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NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show – Shaping the future of retail

Looking to transform your retail strategy? NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show is the event to attend! From January 12-14 in New York […]

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Claire’s targets Gen Zalpha with new fragrance line

Claire’s, once known primarily for ear piercings, is shifting its focus to meet the growing demand for fragrance among Gen Zalpha consumers. […]

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Longtime downtown Seattle retailer to close Pacific Place store

Published in the Puget Sound Business Journal By Joey Thompson – Reporter  Nov 18, 2024  A home decor store that’s called downtown Seattle […]

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Mayor Harrell announces creation of Downtown Activation Team

On November 15, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced that he has signed an Executive Order establishing a Downtown Activation Team (“DAT”). The DAT […]

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Holiday shopping to hit $125 billion in 2024

The ICSC’s 2024 Thanksgiving Weekend Intentions survey projects consumer spending to reach $125 billion during the five-day shopping period from Thanksgiving to […]

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Maximizing your savings: A guide to Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2024

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the most significant shopping events of the year, known for massive discounts and high shopper engagement. […]

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Record number of shoppers expected over Thanksgiving weekend

A record-breaking 183.4 million people plan to shop in-store and online this Thanksgiving weekend, according to a National Retail Federation (NRF) and […]

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WR sets 2025 legislative priorities

As the 2025 session approaches, WR’s Government Affairs Team has identified and set key legislative priorities that are most impactful to the […]

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Inflation increases in October, raising concerns for consumers and the Fed 

Inflation in the U.S. rose modestly in October, marking the first increase in seven months, driven by higher rents, used car prices, […]

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JLARC reviews Paid Family and Medical Leave Program 

The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee (JLARC) recently reviewed the state’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program, administered by the […]

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King County Executive Dow Constantine announces he will not seek reelection in 2025

King County Executive Dow Constantine, who has served since 2009, announced Tuesday evening that he will not seek reelection to a fifth […]

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Retail sales rebound in October, setting the stage for a strong holiday season

Retail sales surged in October, recovering from a slower September, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Driven by strong job gains and […]

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