Retail sales are expected to grow 7.5% from mid-July through Labor Day, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse. Sales are anticipated to increase 18.3% compared to pre-pandemic
2019. “Department stores are expected to be a noteworthy back-to-school winner as the sector continues its recent rebound with 15 consecutive months of sustained growth,” per Chain …
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