Retail industry employment in June increased by 50,200 jobs unadjusted over the same time last year.

The National Retail Federation and more than 100 other associations submitted comments to U.S. Trade Representative outlining how the administration’s proposed tariffs would harm the U.S. economy.

Retail industry employment fell by 6,400 jobs seasonally adjusted in March but showed an increase of 30,800 unadjusted year-over-year.

Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports are expected to grow a healthy 5.8% year-over-year this month.

February retail sales increased 0.3% seasonally adjusted over January and 4.4% year-over-year as the economy continued to grow.

The National Retail Federation released its 2018 economic forecast, projecting that retail industry sales will grow between 3.8-4.4% over last year.

The most recent retail sales figures released by the Census Bureau were up a robust 4.2% year-on-year in July. Every month this year has seen a steady increase in sales over the same period last year.

The NRF Foundation announced the 25 individuals named to “The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future.”

NRF called on Congress to quickly pass legislation allowing states to require online sellers to collect sales tax.

August is expected to be the busiest month on record for imports at the nation’s major retail container ports.