Back-to-school report
In the money: Back-to-school sums don’t add up
Kids aren’t the only ones dreading going back-to-school; this year retailers too are fearful that the second busiest shopping season…
INSIGHT: July retail sales a mixed bag
There was little sign of any uptick in retail spending in July, as retailers released yet another disappointing month of…
US: Walmart launches $9 back-to-school tops and shoes
Discount giant Walmart is putting pressure on its back-to-school competitors with a range of products including socks and underwear and…
US: Parents set to put brakes on back-to-school spending
Yet another survey has forecast a dismal outlook for back to school spending, suggesting that parents will spend 8.5% to…
US: Back-to-school spending set to tumble
Fears of a downturn in back-to-school spending seem to be supported by a survey released today (14 July) showing the…