Learn more about the current state of retail and the role it plays in supporting the U.S. economy, including retail sales, monthly economic reports and more data from the National Retail Federation.
Global Port Tracker
Global Port Tracker, produced jointly with Hackett Associates, evaluates and monitors key port data including container import volume, vessel services, congestion, gate operations and new transportation-related projects.
This report is available to all NRF retail members.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor
powered by Affinity Solutions
The CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, is a new monthly measure of retail sales created in collaboration with CNBC and the National Retail Federation, and powered by Affinity Solutions. Visit NRF’s Center for Retail & Consumer Insights to learn more.
More economic resources
Census Retail Sales Data for May Shows a ‘Reasonably Healthy Consumer’
Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows retail sales grew again in May and helped drive a still-expanding economy.
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The real story about retailers and price increases
Retailers price goods in relation to fluctuating expenses and inventory levels.
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CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows Retail Sales Jumped in May After a Slow April
Retail sales jumped significantly in May, showing strong increases both month over month and year over year.
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