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Now private, rue21 finally gets into online sales
The move may be just what it needs—or too little too late.
By Brian Warmoth • Nov. 8, 2013 -
Wal-Mart testing new convenience-store approach
Wal-Mart has purchased a tiny site near its headquarters to test a different convenience-store model.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 8, 2013 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of PayPal Inc.TrendlineThe state of retail returns
Retailers of all sizes are streamlining operations so customers can have a smooth return experience.
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Blockbuster will shut down the last of its U.S. stores
Some franchised locations may survive, but the video rental chain intends to focus on streaming media going forward.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 7, 2013 -
Allen Edmonds agrees to private buyout by Brentwood Associates
The popular American shoemaker will remain an independent, private company.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 6, 2013 -
Sobeys’s finalizes its $5.8 billion acquisition of Safeway Canada
The buyout will allow Safeway to pay down billions in debt and buy back stock shares.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 6, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Calculating risk? Stormpulse's CEO recommends pointers for retailers
With the launch of Riskpulse, CEO Matt Wensing tells us what he has learned about evaluating risk for supply chains and other operations.
By Brian Warmoth • Nov. 5, 2013 -
Hudson’s Bay completes $2.4 billion buyout of Saks
The iconic Manhattan flagship location gets set to receive $200 million for renovation efforts.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 5, 2013 -
Ahold announces new president of Giant-Landover
Gordon Reid will take over following the departure of former president Anthony Hucker.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 4, 2013 -
Merger between Office Depot and Office Max gets FTC approval
The deal between the two office supply giants could be finalized this week.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 4, 2013 -
Speedway's boss signals interest in buying Hess properties
An executive signals that Speedway is interested in buying the assets of rival convenience-store chain Hess.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 1, 2013 -
Sears Appliance and Hardware debuts new-format locations
The redesigned model will be the new company standard moving forward.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 1, 2013 -
J. Jill reveals four new-concept store locations
The women's specialty retailer is continuing an aggressive brick-and-mortar expansion initiative.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 1, 2013 -
OfficeMax joins 2013's open-on-Thanksgiving club
The retailer announced that most of its locations will open at 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving night.
By Philip Nations • Nov. 1, 2013 -
Lululemon names Kmart executive as new chief product officer
Will the new hire help stabilize the Lululemon executive team following an earlier PR debacle?
By Philip Nations • Oct. 31, 2013 -
Barneys CEO denies wrongoing, meets with Sharpton
With an investigation underway, Barneys faces tough accusations that it racially profiled and improperly detained customers.
By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 30, 2013 -
Will Sears successfully spin off the Lands’ End brand?
The company is looking to explore its options, including a potential sale.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 30, 2013 -
American Girl plans first expansion outside the U.S.
The brand announced it will launch two experimental new boutiques in Canada.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 30, 2013 -
Macy's, Barneys face NY investigation over racial profiling
The allegations are all too familiar, and both companies will be under pressure to respond.
By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 29, 2013 -
Hudson’s Bay strengthens executive team with new hires
The department store chain has named two new executives to top roles.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 29, 2013 -
Google reportedly building Glass store in the SF Bay
Is this Google's attempt to one-up Apple on store designs?
By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 28, 2013 -
Von Maur goes national with new Rochester store
The company is currently expanding its brick-and-mortar footprint across the U.S.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 28, 2013 -
Brookshire appoints new executive as merchandising VP
In addition, the company has named three executives to new roles with the company.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 28, 2013 -
Kohl’s in the midst of a top-down makeover
Will the effort help boost the store's value for shoppers and stockholders alike?
By Philip Nations • Oct. 28, 2013 -
Retrieved from Walmart on April 18, 2012
Top Walmart executive resigns to join Crossmark
Mike Graen will help Crossmark lead their new Center for Collaboration initiative.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 28, 2013 -
Is women’s fashion retailer Charlotte Russe planning to go public?
After going private in 2009, the company could soon change its course.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 28, 2013