Program aims to educate young consumers about mined stones’ positive qualities.
Inflation and tough labor market resulted in 1% decline in March, according to US Census Bureau.
Revenue down 0.4% in February, according to US Census Bureau data.
Revenue rose 5% year on year, below National Retail Federation’s forecast.
Unfavorable comparison with October’s early holiday shopping also dented November figure.
Promotions enticed shoppers in October, says NRF.
Figure flat month on month compared to 0.4% increase in August.
Figure up 0.3% from July, and 9% year on year, according to US Census Bureau.
US retail revenues for July remained stronger than a year ago as consumers continued to shop despite soaring inflation.