News & Resources
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Retail Council Weighs in on Outdoor Sports Chains Moving to Capital Region
Town officials expect the planning board to vote next month on a proposal to open a large Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s.
Retail Council Joins 130 Organizations Urging Use of Digital Labels
On July 11, 2023, the Retail Council of New York State joined 130 organizations…
New York Lawmakers Want Task Force to Address ‘National Problem’ of Organized Retail Theft
New York lawmakers want to tackle what retailers have called a $100 billion problem that is national in scope.
Retail Council Quoted in Women’s Wear Daily Regarding Organized Retail Crime
Organized retail crime continues to be a major focus for the Retail Council.
Retail Council Expands Insurance Program
The Retail Council of New York State announces a new partnership with Albany, New York–based Mohawk Insurance.
Consumer Sentiment in New York Outpacing Nation, But Far Lower than Pre-pandemic Levels
The Siena College Research Institute is out with its quarterly Index of Consumer Sentiment for New York State.
Retail Council Joins Mayor Adams, Attorney General and NYPD for Retail Theft Summit
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today hosted a summit to create a citywide strategic prevention plan to combat retail theft.
Retail Council Joins 400 Organizations Urging Congress to Intervene in Potential Railroad Strike
The Retail Council joined more than 400 organizations in a letter urging Congress to intervene in a potential railroad strike.
Retail Council President & CEO Melissa O’Connor Named to ‘Power 100’ List
City & State has included Retail Council President & CEO Melissa O’Connor in its 2022 Economic Development Power 100 list.
Holiday Shopping Forecast: Retail Sales on the Rise Despite Inflation, Retail Council Says
Despite concerns about mounting inflation, consumers are expected to fill their shopping carts.