Deloitte expects retail sales to grow 3.1% this year: That’s slightly ahead of our 2.9% forecast, but those projections could go askew in several ways.

Airlines expect robust travel demand in 2025: United and Alaska echoed Delta’s bullish forecast following record Q4 performances.

German ecommerce sales rose 1.1% last year: That’s the first growth in several years despite a tough economy and consumers’ overall gloominess.

Infinite Reality’s latest move suggests the metaverse isn’t done just yet: The company is buying virtual shopping platform Obsess in a move aimed at reimagining how brands connect with consumers online.

The UK retail landscape looks increasingly bleak: Sainsbury’s and Primark owner AB Foods add to the chorus of retailers bracing for a slowdown.

Adidas turned its business around in 2024: The sportswear company ended the year on a high as holiday shoppers clamored for its sneakers.

It’s about to get a lot harder to get cheap GLP-1s: Rising costs may force consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, creating headwinds for retailers already fearing tariff-driven cost increases.

Fanatics Collectibles tries to build buzz in London: The retailer wants its new flagship store to become a collectors’ hub with exclusive products, trade nights, and athlete signings.

P&G’s investments in innovation are driving volume growth: The company gained share in Q2 and kept private labels at bay.

India’s weak consumer purchasing power: The country’s slowing economic momentum presents a challenge for retailers and brands relying on the market for growth.

Kohl’s new CEO faces a tough challenge: The department store’s sales have declined for 11 consecutive quarters as it struggled to attract new shoppers without alienating long-standing customers.

Lina Khan’s FTC sued Pepsi in final bid to shape antitrust enforcement: But that Hail Mary pass will likely fall short amid pushback from her successor.

Trump’s first days in office exacerbate uncertainty over tariff plans: While Mexico and Canada are firmly in the administration’s sights, other tariffs are up in the air.

Thailand finds itself in the luxury spotlight as China’s luster fades: The country’s booming luxury travel market and growing number of ultra-wealthy shoppers is heightening the appeal.

Private labels ate into national brands’ share in 2024: That reflects a continued trend as store brand unit sales have risen 2.3% since 2021, while national brands have declined 6.8%.

Sephora’s new Hulu docuseries examines the dynamic interplay between beauty and music: The show is part of a broader strategy to meet consumers wherever they are.

Walmart’s brand refresh reflects its retail evolution: Its visual update accompanies initiatives to enhance ecommerce capabilities and lure more affluent and Gen Z shoppers.

EV sales set a volume record in Q4: While sales jumped 15.2% YoY, momentum may slow this year if Republicans keep their pledge to repeal or scale back incentives.

Best Buy takes another stab at an online marketplace: The consumer electronics giant, which operated a marketplace from 2011 to 2016, aims to align the marketplace’s SKUs with its product mix.

Solid December sales cap a year of healthy retail growth: But 2025 could be a different story, as tariff concerns keep all but the wealthiest consumers from spending freely.