Believe it or not, back to school shopping is underway.  Yes, it is true that many colleges and school districts are now out for summer.  But some pa

Generation Z kids are growing up to be tough cookies.  It’s not surprising given the unique time period that is shaping them.  Born approximately b

The fate of Black Friday is in serious jeopardy.  Historically known as the biggest shopping day of the year, Black Friday was traditionally a day of w

Physical, brick-and-mortar stores are in a bad way right now.  Although retail shopping is down in general, we have been seeing larger than expected growth i