Consumer Trends: Page 175


  • 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
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    The state of small business

    Disruptions from tariffs, e-commerce and broader economic trends continue to challenge small business operations. 

    By Retail Dive staff
  • H&M headed to India

    Government policies and market opportunities have made the country more appealing of late to global brands.

    By 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 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 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