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Special Report: Cotton as a Possible Bellwether for Global Economies
The Robin Report
December 30, 2024
Discover why Cotton markets reflect global economic trends and how consumer spending behaviors impact pricing and sourcing in this in-depth report.
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Shein IPO News: Will Trump Let Shein on NASDAQ?
Ross O'Brien
December 4, 2024
Shein IPO faces uncertainty amid U.S.-China tensions and Trump’s trade policies, affecting its NASDAQ listing plans.
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The Future of Fifth Avenue’s Retail Transformation
Brian Delp
November 5, 2024
Fifth Avenue’s Retail Transformation sees luxury giving way to mainstream stores. NYC’s $350M “Future of Fifth” aims to revive its luxury status.
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Field Report on Retail M&A Trends 2024
Brian Delp
October 21, 2024
Retail M&A trends 2024 highlight consolidation, with brands focusing on digital growth, sustainability, and optimizing portfolios in the fashion industry.
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Shoppers Spooked About Halloween Spending 2024
Pam Danziger
September 30, 2024
Halloween spending 2024 is forecasted at $11.6 billion, down 5% from 2023. Gen Z and millennials lead in trading down, with 86% seeking lower prices.
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Setting the Record Straight on Tariffs and Price Inflation
Mark Cohen
September 26, 2024
Americans pay the cost of tariffs and price inflation, not foreign entities. Tariffs inevitably result in higher retail prices, impacting consumers directly.
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Japan’s Backlash on Luxury Tourism
Ross O'Brien
August 28, 2024
Japan's luxury tourism boom, fueled by a weak yen and high arrivals, faces challenges from rising anti-tourism sentiment and a strengthening yen.
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Retail Prices in the Bullseye for Fall 2024
Phil Lempert
August 27, 2024
Retailers must manage rising costs and labor shortages while adjusting retail prices amid regulatory and economic pressures this fall.
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