From tinsel to tariffs: How to cover the biggest issues facing the retail industry

This holiday season may feel a bit busier on the retail beat. With holiday promotions shifting earlier on the calendar, it already looks like the competition for consumer dollars is fierce. Meanwhile, preparations are already underway to brace for potential policy changes ahead. What will the Trump administration’s proposed tariffs mean for retailers in 2025? Our moderator and panelists will discuss where to find retail data and what topics you should be watching for the rest of the holiday season and into next year.

Moderator
Jordyn Holman, business reporter, The New York Times

Panelists
Emily Cohn, team leader, Bloomberg
Gabrielle Fonrouge, retail reporter, CNBC
Ana Swanson, domestic correspondent, The New York Times