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Nike having words with NFL over domestic violence
The retailer can’t afford to offend women, who have become significant buyers of fitness gear.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 28, 2014 -
Deliv expands to more cities
The Silicon Valley-based delivery startup will begin operating in four more cities.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 28, 2014 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of DHL
TrendlineInside retail supply chains
Companies looking to trim expenses and streamline operations during a crutial year for supply chain management.
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Global music release day sows discord with American retailers
Music retailers in the U.S. say that Friday is a terrible day to release music, and that they weren’t consulted.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 28, 2014 -
69% of consumers expect consistent pricing from brands
SDL found that a large majority of shoppers want the same discounts, promotions, or sales regardless of whether they’re in store or online.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 28, 2014 -
Deep Dive
4 reasons Halloween will be a BOOn for retailers this year
This year, Halloween could be a retail dream of a nightmare.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 27, 2014 -
Beyoncé inks Topshop activewear partnership
The U.K. retailer, which has seen success with its move into the U.S., will launch a dance-oriented activewear collection with the superstar.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 27, 2014 -
Retail inventories may be hit by Los Angeles port negotiations
While labor talks continue to be described as congenial, they are likely to bring shipping delays.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 27, 2014 -
Sam's Club partnering with Aetna for health insurance exchange
The move is part of a wider effort by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to provide services not readily available to some businesses and individuals.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2014 -
Overstock sees jump in demand for 'emergency preparedness' gear
The spike in orders, which Overstock's CEO says is due to recent Ebola scares, led the online retailer to offer deals on supplies.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2014 -
Etsy offering sellers credit card readers
The move could go far in helping its sellers expand their offline wholesale and retail efforts.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2014 -
Amazon misses estimates, stock falls 10%
The e-retail giant also said it expects a tough holiday season this year.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2014 -
VF exec to be new Aldo CEO
Patrik Frisk is credited for bringing back the outdoor-apparel retailer after its acquisition by VF Corp.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2014 -
Report: Sears to close over 100 stores
The company will also lay off at least 5,457 employees as it struggles to stay afloat.
By Kelsey Lindsey • Oct. 23, 2014 -
FedEx predicts record number of holiday deliveries
The company’s holiday volume has almost doubled since 2007, thanks to the rise of e-commerce.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 23, 2014 -
Target launches free shipping through holidays
It’s an early and assertive maneuver to boost the retailer’s e-commerce during retail's busiest time of the year.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 23, 2014 -
Justice, Brothers CEO to step down in January
Michael Rayden is a longtime retail veteran who revived Limited Too when he re-focused it as a brand for tween girls.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 23, 2014 -
Creative director returns to American Apparel
Some see the re-hiring of Iris Alonzo as a sign that ousted CEO and founder Dov Charney could also return.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 23, 2014 -
Jumio debuts new mobile checkout
The credit card and driver’s license scanning technology works with both iOS and Android.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 22, 2014 -
Yahoo to go shopping with Alibaba IPO cash
Observers have been expecting a turnaround from the tech company. Buying a startup or two with its newfound cash could help it achieve one.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 22, 2014 -
J. Crew CEO: Activewear not right for company
The clothing retailer won’t be joining the activewear craze, despite some recent challenges to its bottom line.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 22, 2014 -
CVS drug plan forces the tobacco issue
The drugstore retailer is offering a prescription drug plan that has higher co-pays when scrips are filled where tobacco is sold.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 22, 2014 -
Deep Dive
How much of a deal are outlet stores — for retailers?
Many consumers feel cheated when they discover that their "factory store" merchandise never hung on "regular" racks at retail prices. And that could be bad for the brand.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 21, 2014 -
Andreessen leaves eBay board
The tech entrepreneur had a few choice words for activist investor Carl Icahn before he left.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 21, 2014 -
Report: Few raises for hourly or professional workers
Raises were less common in Q3 compared to the beginning of the year, according to a report by the National Association for Business Economics.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 21, 2014 -
Sears leasing several locations to Primark
Sears is making cash by sharing space with Irish retailer Primark, which is planning its entry into the U.S.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 21, 2014
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