China Retaliates With Tariffs on US Imports
China announced it was levying tariffs on select imported U.S. goods Tuesday in response to President Donald Trump’s imposed 10 percent tariffs on China, which went into effect Tuesday. The Associated Press reported that China would implement a 15 percent tariff on coal and liquefied …
The Top Retail Trends to Watch in 2025
The retail industry has always been defined by change, but the past year has seen transformations that are reshaping its very foundation. In 2024, we witnessed the rise of new shopping channels, the explosion of marketplaces, and significant advances in delivery logistics. As we move …
Tariffs on Imported Goods From Canada, China Go Into Effect; Mexico Paused
President Trump on Saturday signed an executive order that imposes 25 percent tariffs on imports from Canada, while adding an additional 10 percent levy on goods from China. Canada responded hours later with retaliatory tariffs of its own. China’s commerce secretary said that country would …
Industry Leader Steve Dennis on What Makes Physical Retail Valuable
While at the 2025 National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show in New York City from Jan. 12-14, Total Retail’s Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan had the opportunity to interview Steve Dennis, president and founder of SageBerry Consulting, author and podcast host. In this video interview, Dennis shares …
CVS Testing App Feature for Tech-Savvy, Loyal Customers
Toothpaste, condoms, makeup and deodorants are among dozens of products under lock and key inside clear cabinets at drugstores like CVS in order to deter thieves from shoplifting. It’s become a source of inconvenience — for both customers who have to wait for a salesperson …
Understanding Social Media Buying Trends to Drive 2025 Sales
The evolution of social media from a personal connection platform to a robust marketplace has unlocked new opportunities for retailers to engage with their customers and boost business growth. This past holiday season, social media’s power to influence purchase decisions was on the rise, according …
How IoT Technology Mitigates Retail Inventory Risk Across the Supply Chain
The retail industry faces mounting pressure to maintain precise control over inventory as it moves through increasingly complex supply chains. Today’s retailers need real-time visibility into both location and condition of goods — from distribution centers to store shelves. Traditional approaches to inventory management often …
The Challenges and Opportunities of Retail Media
At a growth rate of 21.8 percent for 2024, retail media is the fastest-growing form of ad spend in the U.S., according to data from eMarketer. As impressive as that growth rate is, retail media faces challenges hampering its growth. Dominance in Retail Media For …
The E-Commerce Outlook for 2025: Key Drivers and the Path Forward
As we begin 2025, e-commerce continues to be a significant cornerstone in retail with trends driven by evolving consumer habits and rapid technological advancements. Customers continue to discover more online, and opportunities to purchase quickly follow. Recent retail reports show continued growth in e-commerce sales. …
The New Consumerism: Lessons From the Election
As retailers approach 2025, the political season has brought into focus significant opportunities to learn from consumers based on their tendencies exhibited throughout the election cycle and its outcomes. The brands that perform best in 2025 and the following years will make powerful use of …