Tag Archives: trends

2016 Forecasts from Bloomberg

Posted on November 11, 2015 by bermanevansretail

About this time each year, a number of well-known, reliable sources produce their forecasts for the  following year. Bloomberg (via its Bloomberg Businessweek) has just published its “The Year Ahead 2016” issue. Here is a video overview of the year … Continue reading →

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What Do Shoplifters Lift Most?

Posted on November 10, 2015 by bermanevansretail

Shoplifting in retail stores accounts for billions and billions of dollars around the globe. In the United States alone, annual shoplifting losses amount to $13+ billion. Take a look at this NEW  YouTube video from the Wall Street Journal to … Continue reading →

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How Consumers Shop in Different Parts of the Country

Posted on November 4, 2015 by bermanevansretail

With the holiday shopping season getting underway, it is imperative that retailers — both chains and independents — know how shopping behavior differs throughout the United States. Here are some conclusions from Nielsen based on its research of “gift splurgers … Continue reading →

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