What to Expect From 2016 Holiday Retail Sales

The video discusses the financial outlook for retailers, highlighting the National Retail Federation's growth estimates and the challenges faced by brick-and-mortar stores due to Amazon's market presence. It explores how economic factors like wages, consumer confidence, and political events impact retail sales, noting a disconnect between positive economic indicators and actual sales growth.

What is the main concern about the National Retail Federation's growth estimates?

• They may not lead to actual earnings growth.

• They focus only on online sales.

• They are based on outdated data.

• They are too conservative.

What is one reason for Amazon's growing influence in the retail market?

• It only sells clothing and electronics.

• It has the largest share of all retail sales in the US.

• It offers the lowest prices on all products.

• It captures sales at the margin from traditional retailers.

What unusual factor have retailers recently blamed for poor sales performance?

• Increased competition from local stores

• The presidential election

• Lack of new product launches

• Rising production costs

Despite positive economic indicators, why might consumers not be spending more?

• They are facing higher taxes.

• They are investing in stocks.

• They are saving more money.

• They are moving to rural areas.

What is the average annual income mentioned for Americans not working for the government?

• $40,000

• $50,000

• $42,000

• $45,000