Regional Economics & Community Analysis Program

2009 Holiday Retail Forecast

Description:

Despite pronouncements that the recession ended in the third quarter of 2009, the prospects for the holiday retail season remain bleak. This report describes the factors that will continue to suppress retail sales for the holiday season and beyond and forecasts how different retail categories will fare this holiday season.

Author:

Meghan O'Brien

Link to Report:

Retail Forecast:  Holiday 2009

Posted: 02 Nov 2009 2:55 PM