Retail Merchant’s Association

Richmonders loosen the purse strings

For the most part, Richmond shoppers aren’t pinching pennies as tightly as they used to. And they’re spending more on new clothing and eating out.

Retail marketing expo August 4

Next Tuesday more than a thousand retailers are expected to descend on the Greater Richmond Convention Center, said Jenny Price of the Retail Merchants Association.

Monday Q&A: What’s in store for retail?

Retailers battled through last year’s tough shopping season. Now it’s all about survival. The pullback in consumer spending has made the past six months difficult for retailers across the county, and Richmond is no exception. Negative sales. Decreased foot traffic. Slimmer margins. What can a retailer do? Some have turned to the Retail Merchants Association… Read more »