Local Shops Outpacing Online Retail | Toronto News

Independent retailers are outpacing online-only shops—despite economic headwinds—and thriving in smaller towns, spotting trends before they go mainstream. With over half of U.S. retail locations and a major share in the UK, these local stores defy the odds by balancing inventory costs with unique product curation. Growth is especially strong in Sun Belt regions, fueled by Gen Z’s love for in-person shopping and historic destinations. Similar regional surges are seen across Canada, Australia, and Europe. Tariffs have reshaped buying, boosting domestic purchases and certain imports like Italian leather and Irish chocolates, while U.S. brands rebound in Canada after a dip. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2df7c5193bbbc75b