Indie Retailer Support Shown Through Local Shopping

There are a number of ways to break the chain store habit and support independent retailers, such as shopping local.

Independent Retailers Beware Organized Shoplifting

Retailers and consumers, in the Seattle, WA area, know much too well that organized crime lives beyond the days of Al Capone and Jimmy Hoffa.

Updating Your Business Model: Remember Green Work Takes Teamwork

Independent retailers partake in the green movement to better position themselves in a competitive market.

Independent Retailers Realize Digital Signage Benefits

Digital signage proves effective for independent retailers, especially when implemented at the point of sale (POS).

Retail Shoppers’ Spending Rose in March, Despite Predictions

Higher gas prices and cooler temperatures failed to dissuade shoppers from hitting the stores last month, much to retailers’ delight.

Report Says Discount Stores Will Get Business Boost as Consumers Stay Thrifty

As prices rise, savvy shoppers are taking the lessons they learned from tough times.

As Household Budgets Tighten, Gas Prices Steering Shoppers To Dollar Stores

Wary of going back into debt, shoppers are seeking out small, independent retailers where they perceive they’ll get more for their money.

Dollar General Leads the Way as Dollar Stores Thrive in Current Economy

Report says consumers have been watching their money closely, and small retailers and dollar stores have benefited from their caution.

Retailers Wary as Clothing Prices Set To Rise 10 Percent Starting This Spring

As the costs of both raw goods and labor begin to edge up, retailers are keeping a closer eye on the bottom line as price hikes loom as well.

Update: Consumers Shopping Again, But Maintaining Responsible Approaches to Spending

Research shows that while consumers are willing to buy, they’re being more thoughtful about what’s important.

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