By Gary Symons The National Retail Federation is warning anti-inflationary moves by the Federal Reserve could plunge the US into a recession. NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said it's too soon to say whether the Fed’s efforts to reduce inflation will lead to a recession, but continuing interest rate hikes increase the chances. “This year starts with the possibility of … [Read more...] about Economy: NRF Issues Warning of Potential Recession
Retail Trends
What Consumers Will be Looking for in a Post-COVID World
By Alicia Rosa Brand Central Insights Consumers are starting to see the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel. This new vaccinated world will be a testing ground to see if the pandemic-driven trends and habits will stay. At Brand Central Insights we’ve been able to look at the trends from the last year at a bird’s-eye view to see what’s going to stick around for the long … [Read more...] about What Consumers Will be Looking for in a Post-COVID World
Which Brands Are Best At Engaging Their Customers?
By Glenn S. Demby, Esq. The phrase "consumer engagement," kept coming up in this year's TLL Annual Survey, especially when respondents identified the key trends shaping licensing. "It's all about connecting with consumers and forging an emotional and day-to-day relationship so that your brand becomes part of their lives," according to one respondent. So, who does the best job … [Read more...] about Which Brands Are Best At Engaging Their Customers?
Lady Gaga and Elton John Become the Latest to Launch a Macy’s Exclusive
By Glenn S. Demby, Esq. Limited-edition celebrity lines are an old hat for Macy's. But the upcoming Love Bravery line set to debut at 150 stores next week is a bit different. The exclusive apparel and accessories collection comes from not one, but two, slightly offbeat celebs who don't normally do many of these deals—Lady Gaga and Sir Elton John. Love Bravery is also a … [Read more...] about Lady Gaga and Elton John Become the Latest to Launch a Macy’s Exclusive