The National Retail Federation stands up for the people, policies and ideas that help retail thrive. NRF offers retail news, insights and industry events.

1 day ago · A behind-the-scenes look at how NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show defines The Next Now and what industry events can deliver

NRF represents the largest private-sector industry in the United States that contains over 3.8 million retail establishments, supporting more than 52 million employees.

From visionary CEOs to tech trailblazers and frontline retail leaders, NRF 2026 brings together the minds shaping what’s next. With hundreds of speakers across dynamic stages, you’ll leave inspired, …

2 days ago · Export cargo volumes at major U.S. ports are lower from a year ago as 2025 comes to an end, and expectations for 2026 are lower, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today …

Dec 3, 2025 · National Retail Federation's survey found 202.9 million consumers shopped from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, up from 197 million shoppers last year.

Dec 2, 2025 · Shoppers said they were motivated by sales and promotions, such as limited-time offers, according to the trade group's annual survey.

Dec 2, 2025 · The five-day shopping period from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday saw nearly 203 million shoppers, which set a record and exceeded expectations, the NRF said.

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The National Retail Federation (NRF) is the world's largest retail trade association, with members including department store, specialty, discount, catalogue, Internet, and independent retailers, chain …