The National Retail Federation today increased its retail sales forecast for 2018, saying sales are expected to grow more than previously predicted thanks to tax reform and other positive economic inputs but warning that tariffs threaten to dampen consumer confidence. NRF now expects 2018 retail sales to increase at a minimum of 4.5 percent over 2017 rather than the 3.8 … [Read more...] about National Retail Federation Upgrades 2018 Economic Forecast But Says Tariffs Remain a Threat