WR endorses three for U.S. Congress
The WR Retail Action Council Political Action Committee has unanimously endorsed three candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives. District 4, Central […]
Fed cuts interest rates for first time in four years
The Federal Reserve has reduced its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point, marking the first rate cut in over four […]
Early Halloween shopping is on the rise
The National Retail Federation (NRF) reports that early Halloween shopping is on the rise, with 47% of consumers planning to start purchasing […]
Opinion: Regional collaboration is key to our economic future
Published in the Puget Sound Business Journal, Opinion By Jared Nieuwenhuis – Bellevue city councilmember Sep 10, 2024 For decades, the Puget Sound region […]
Seattle City Council votes to put competing housing proposals on February 11th special election ballot
In February, Seattle voters will have a chance to vote on two very different proposals to create additional affordable housing in the […]
Washington voters to decide on key initiatives in November
Washington voters will soon have the opportunity to weigh in on four significant initiatives during the November 5 general election. Each measure […]
Nordstrom family proposes $3.8 billion bid to go private
Erik and Pete Nordstrom, in collaboration with Mexican retail giant El Puerto de Liverpool, have submitted a $3.8 billion buyout proposal to […]
Seattle Council’s Public Safety Committee approves bills to disrupt drug and prostitution trade
The Seattle City Council’s Public Safety Committee approved two bills aimed at disrupting drug and prostitution activity in the city. Despite over […]
Kroger and Albertsons CEOs say merger will lead to lower grocery prices
During a federal court hearing in Oregon, the CEOs of Kroger and Albertsons emphasized the benefits their proposed $24.6 billion merger would […]
Swipe fees hit $224 billion in 2023, highlighting urgent need for reform
New data from payments consulting firm CMSPI reveals that credit and debit card swipe fees charged by big banks and card networks […]
Holiday shopping trends: Debt, discounts, and digital dominance
This holiday season presents a unique set of challenges for retailers as shoppers face financial strain and shifting priorities. Consumers are increasingly […]
WR supports Rep. April Berg’s (D-44) campaign
Crystal Leatherman, Manager of Local and State Government Affairs recently attended a campaign event for WR-endorsed candidate Representative April Berg (D-44) and […]