Retailers that foster a culture of experimentation and innovation, and harness the power of AI will lead in growth, productivity and market share in the coming years. … READ MORE >
Holiday season business insights: Digital sales shine in early numbers
Initial holiday sales numbers reveal single-digit year-over-year growth driven by robust e-commerce activity. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school recap: Buying trends set tone for retail holiday season
The back-to-school season provided key insights into what to expect for the holiday shopping period. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school outlook: Blurring the lines of digital and physical store sales
In our three-part blog series, RSM’s senior industry analysts explore back-to-school shopping trends and the impact on consumer businesses. … READ MORE >
Strong employment enables consumers to maintain spending
Strong employment has sustained consumer spending levels, Commerce Department data for June released on Tuesday shows. Rdriven by robust employment despite consumers’ depleted savings and high interest rates. As retailers look ahead to the remainder of 2024, they should anticipate steady yet moderated spending. … READ MORE >
Retail demand shows weakness, leading to first inflation dip in 6 months
In a noteworthy turn, core goods prices have experienced a continued decline, contributing to the first dip in inflation in six months, according to April’s consumer price index. … READ MORE >
Maintaining margins amid California’s minimum wage increase: Strategies for fast food operators
Operators in the fast-food sector will need to adapt to tighter operating margins to accommodate new labor cost levels. … READ MORE >
Consumer products holiday season insights: E-commerce helps drive holiday sales growth
As the digital buying experience grows in importance, companies must focus on their technology platforms. … READ MORE >
NetSuite SuiteWorld 2023: Trends and insights from RSM
RSM’s consumer products senior analysts provide insights and key takeaways from SuiteWorld 2023. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school outlook: Consumers will seek value
The back-to-school season is influenced by shifting consumer behavior as families prioritize value-oriented choices. … READ MORE >