Walmart to develop 'next-gen network' of stores and fulfillment centers

The world's largest retailer will invest in its global e-commerce platform, as well as measures to cut costs and increase efficiency.

By Roger Riddell • March 19, 2013

Interbrand releases 2013 'Best Retail Brands' study

The study also reveals which brands are on the decline.

By Roger Riddell • March 19, 2013

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The state of retail returns

Retailers of all sizes are streamlining operations so customers can have a smooth return experience. 

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Report: Costco considering an HQ expansion

According to regional news reports, the resulting headquarters could take up as much as 1.5 million feet.

By Roger Riddell • March 18, 2013

J.C. Penney's failure to leverage Liz Claiborne is a lost opportunity

The company is favoring a lesser-known brand over the well-known and once-iconic Claiborne.

By Roger Riddell • March 18, 2013

Raley's partners with BzzAgent to enhance loyalty program

The partnership will result in an online platform that doubles as a social marketing tool.

By Roger Riddell • March 18, 2013

Safeway promotes Kelly Griffith to EVP of retail operations

Griffith brings over three decades of experience to the role.

By Roger Riddell • March 15, 2013

Major UK retailers sending only 10% of waste to landfill

The group of 25 retailers committed to reducing waste sent to landfill below 15%.

By Roger Riddell • March 15, 2013

Japan's DoCoMo expands e-commerce business with $22M Magaseek purchase

The online fashion retail startup will become a DoCoMo subsidiary.

By Roger Riddell • March 15, 2013

Target acquires Chefs Catalog and Cooking.com

Target will combine the two kitchen tool and recipe companies into a new subsidiary.

By Roger Riddell • March 14, 2013

Neiman Marcus announces eBay 'fashion outlet' exit

The upscale retailer was among the first to launch an eBay "Fashion Outlet" in 2011.

By Roger Riddell • March 14, 2013

Is Walmart turning a socially-conscious corner with 'empowering women' program?

Wal-Mart's Women's Economic Empowerment Initiative may signal a tipping point in the drive for a more socially-conscious brand of capitalism.

By Roger Riddell • March 14, 2013

Kirkland's CEO Alderson announces retirement

Alderson has been with the company for 27 years.

By Roger Riddell • March 14, 2013

Michaels increases profit ahead of IPO

The IPO was on hold prior to the hiring of new CEO Carl Rubin.

By Roger Riddell • March 13, 2013

Target to abandon 'Shops at Target' concept

The retailer says it is done experimenting with the sales plan.

By Christopher Sacco • March 12, 2013

40,000 Stop & Shop workers will not strike after all

The national chain and the union came to an agreement just in time to end talks of striking.

By Jeremy Peterseil • March 11, 2013

Walmart EVP of corporate affairs to step down in June

Leslie Dach led efforts to improve the retail giant's image with various socially conscious initiatives.

By Roger Riddell • March 11, 2013

Alibaba names Lu CEO ahead of possible IPO

Jonathan Lu will replace Jack Ma as the CEO of China's largest e-commerce company.

By Christopher Sacco • March 11, 2013

LightSpeed to open its U.S. headquarters in Manhattan

The Canadian company provides inventory management and sales solutions.

By Christopher Sacco • March 11, 2013

Ex-Gamestop communications VP sentenced to prison

The former corporate spokesman pleaded guilty to defrauding the company out of almost $2 million.

By Roger Riddell • March 8, 2013

JC Penney quietly lays off more than 2,000 employees

The move was made to contain costs as its sales continue to decline.

By Christopher Sacco • March 8, 2013

Walgreens wants first net zero energy store in the U.S.

The store will be located in Evanston, Ill., where a current Walgreens is being demolished.

By Christopher Sacco • March 8, 2013

Etsy crafting partnerships with Nordstrom and others

The online marketplace for independent designers is testing a new wholesale platform.

By Roger Riddell • March 7, 2013

Sears Holdings Corp. CEO Lampert invests heavily in company

Premarket trading was up on news of the Lampert's Monday stock purchase.

By Roger Riddell • March 5, 2013

Hess to exit convenience store, gas station business

The company currently operates 1,350 gas stations on the east coast.

By Christopher Sacco • March 5, 2013

Penney's Johnson was aware Martha Stewart deal stepped on Macy's toes

During testimony, the J.C. Penney CEO denied meaning to break Macy's pre-existing contract with the homemaking maven.

By Roger Riddell • March 4, 2013