Retail Fast Five

How 2.7% Inflation Could Ruin Holiday Retail (And What to Do About It) | Fast Five Shorts


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This week on the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, we examine how tariff-driven inflation threatens the upcoming holiday season.

Inflation rose to 2.7% in June, its highest level since February, as President Trump's sweeping tariffs push up costs across furniture, clothing, and large appliances. Core inflation climbed to 2.9% annually, creating massive uncertainty for retailers planning holiday inventory and pricing strategies. With nobody knowing what tariffs will be in place during peak season, retailers face unprecedented challenges.


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⏩ Topics Covered:

πŸ“Œ 00:00 – Headline Introduction

πŸ“Œ 01:45 – Breaking Down the 2.7% Inflation Numbers

πŸ“Œ 04:30 – David Brown: Playing Chicken with the World

πŸ“Œ 07:15 – Holiday Season Impact Predictions

πŸ“Œ 10:20 – Chad Lusk on Cost Reduction Strategies

πŸ“Œ 13:35 – Pricing Precision vs Blanket Moves

πŸ“Œ 16:50 – Inventory Planning Under Uncertainty

πŸ“Œ 19:25 – Small Business vs Mass Retailer Challenges


For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/sgweq_AtMms


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