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Retail Group Retracts Startling Claim About ‘Organized’ Shoplifting

The National Retail Federation had said that nearly half of the industry’s $94.5 billion in missing merchandise in 2021 was the result of organized theft. It was likely closer to 5 percent.

By Eduardo Medina

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Is the Holiday Shopping Season Going to Be a Success? The Answer Is Murky.

Black Friday weekend had a decent turnout for retailers, but it’s unclear if the rest of the season will deliver for the industry.

By J. Edward Moreno

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Black Friday Isn’t What It Used to Be

Big discounts, many of them online only, start appearing well before Thanksgiving and will run long after. Some people still go to the mall, though.

By J. Edward Moreno

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Holiday Retail Sales Are Expected to Increase, but at a Slower Pace

Spending in that crucial period is predicted to rise 3 to 4 percent from last year, as the economy cools and demand normalizes.

By Jordyn Holman

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