Consumer Trends: Page 175
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HSN's web sales up 14% in 2012
The company is approaching a day when its e-commerce sales will account for half its revenue.
By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 26, 2013 -
Who can beat Walmart at retail?
Bobby Raines at Market Intelligence has six candidates.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 22, 2013 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Shang-Jie Hsu via Getty ImagesTrendlineThe state of small business
Disruptions from tariffs, e-commerce and broader economic trends continue to challenge small business operations.
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H&M headed to India
Government policies and market opportunities have made the country more appealing of late to global brands.
By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 20, 2013 -
Safeway pilots 'card-less' debit card to kill swipe fees
Safeway is implementing their new Fast Forward debit card in order to eliminate swipe fees.
By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 20, 2013 -
Wal-Mart emails reveal tax worries for retailers
After payroll-tax breaks expired at the end of 2012, Wal-Mart is having the worst start to monthly sales in seven years.
By Davide Savenije • Feb. 19, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Retail News of the Week: AmEx, Target and Finish Line
Need a refresher on the week's most popular retail news stories? We've got you covered.
By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 15, 2013 -
Harris Teeter confirms possible sale
Industry analysts speculate whether a competitor or private equity firm will buy the chain.
By Davide Savenije • Feb. 15, 2013 -
Bed Bath & Beyond expands offerings to jewelry
With its new line of bridal jewelry, Bed Bath & Beyond has moved into a previously unfamiliar market.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 13, 2013 -
ForeSee: In-store, mobile integration equals success
ForeSee's latest Mobile Satisfaction Index revealed the need for retailers to integrate their in-store experience with their e-commerce platform.
By Davide Savenije • Feb. 13, 2013 -
Toys 'R' Us to launch Octonauts line
Toys 'R' Us will offer a line of toys inspired by the popular Octonauts series.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 12, 2013 -
NY & Co., Eva Mendes team up for clothing line
NY & Co. has penned a multi-year deal with Eva Mendes to create a new line of work-and-play clothing to be released in the fall.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 12, 2013 -
Michaels hypes 'Random Acts of Kindness'
Michaels plans to hand out over $100,000 in gifts cards to customers to celebrate the holiday.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 12, 2013 -
American Express, Twitter unveil tweet-to-purchase plan
American Express and Twitter plan to create a shopping experience unlike any other.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 11, 2013 -
Fisher-Price to launch product line based on TV show
Fisher Price will hold the license for a new line of products based on the Julius Jr. animated series airing on Nick Jr.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 11, 2013 -
Target, Timberlake team up for album release
Justin Timberlake and Target have joined forces to release an exclusive edition of the pop star's third studio album.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 11, 2013 -
JCPenney still on death watch, continues attempted resurrection
After last year's attempt to resurrect itself made things worse, JCPenney is moving forward.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 11, 2013 -
NRF, retailers hit out at card fee 'propaganda'
After a historic settlement on credit surcharges, retailers are unhappy with the barrage of negative press.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 11, 2013 -
Target hopes to score big with Prabal Gurung
Gurung joins the list of designers to make jaw-dropping debuts for Target.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 11, 2013 -
Retailers to get Valentine's Day boost
Leading retailers are hoping for a big surge in sales this week.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 8, 2013 -
Big sales from flu shots for Walgreens, CVS
Walgreens and CVS have shown a big boost in sales after a 2009 policy change allowing pharmacists to administer flu shots.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 8, 2013 -
RadioShack hopes new CEO can spark turnaround
RadioShack has hired Joe Magnacca, former president of daily living products and solutions for Walgreens, to be their new CEO.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 8, 2013 -
American Greetings unveils Taylor Swift mobile app
Capitalizing on its Taylor Swift line, American Greetings is launching mobile app which features the star's fourth album.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 7, 2013 -
Is Barnes & Noble facing extinction in the near future?
With declining Nook sales and worsening forecasts, Barnes & Noble must address its failure to adapt to the 21st century.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 6, 2013 -
Study: 12% use social media to shop
Despite social media use being at an all time high, less than 20% of online sales are driven by it.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 6, 2013 -
Denim: The hot new fashion trend?
With New York's Fashion week ready to kick off, major companies are looking to an age-old classic, denim jeans, to bring excitement to spring lines.
By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 6, 2013