Financial News: Page 159


  • A'gaci shutters e-commerce operations

    The move comes amid social media buzz about landlords locking doors in response to the retailer's failure to pay rent.

    By Aug. 6, 2019
  • Barneys New York expands financing to $218M

    A New York bankruptcy court also approved $75 million of that, which the retailer said would help it pay vendors and employees as it works to sell itself.

    By Updated Aug. 7, 2019
  • Francesca's adopts 'poison pill' after firm grabs nearly 22% stake

    Cross River Capital and its entities say they have been in touch with the board and may go directly to shareholders to spur operational changes.

    By Aug. 6, 2019
  • Apparel retailer Avenue quietly closes some store locations

    There have been multiple reports of the plus-size retailer scaling back its brick-and-mortar footprint. 

    By Aug. 6, 2019
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    Walmart may tap unbanked market with cryptocurrency plan

    The retailer filed a patent Thursday to develop a cryptocurrency as an end-run around credit card transaction fees.

    By Dan Ennis • Aug. 6, 2019
  • CVS expands paid membership program nationwide

    The retailer's CarePass pilot is being rolled out to all of its markets after finding it resonates with consumers of all ages.

    By Aug. 5, 2019
  • Victoria's Secret cancels its runway show

    The brand is under fire in the #MeToo era as smaller rivals take share, especially among younger shoppers.

    By Aug. 5, 2019
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    Tariff whiplash is already taking a toll on retail

    Retailers and brands have been scrambling to source elsewhere besides China, but it's not easy, quick or even possible for everyone.

    By Aug. 5, 2019
  • Ascena tries to avoid delisting with reverse stock split

    The retail group, which owns brands including Ann Taylor and Loft, has until Jan. 27 to regain compliance.

    By , Updated Dec. 19, 2019
  • GameStop to lay off 50 staffers

    In an internal email leaked on Twitter, the retailer said that it's reducing leadership positions as it seeks cost cuts.

    By Aug. 2, 2019
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    Moody's: Despite Amazon's online dominance, retail as competitive as ever

    Analysts pointed to digital investments as a sign that consumers benefit from retailers' competition with Amazon, but critics see deeper problems. 

    By Aug. 2, 2019
  • Etsy boosts guidance as Q2 profits soar

    Shares tumbled late Thursday, though, as the marketplace's sales missed expectations. But executives say they're confident in the future.

    By Aug. 2, 2019
  • Zulily to lay off undisclosed number of employees amid sales slump

    The flash sales site aims to return to growth through marketing improvements and a global expansion, executives said in May.

    By Aug. 2, 2019
  • Lowe's slashes store-level jobs

    The home improvement retailer announced layoffs among its maintenance and product-assembly staff as it looks to outsource the positions.

    By Aug. 2, 2019
  • Wayfair posts $182M loss

    Net loss continues to widen for the online furniture retailer, raising concerns from analysts about the "long-term viability of the business."

    By Aug. 1, 2019
  • Lingerie startup Lively snapped up by Wacoal for $85M

    The 70-year-old company gains digital chops, while the upstart gets new manufacturing and distribution resources and the chance to go global.

    By Aug. 1, 2019
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    Target launches 'archives' collection highlighting design partnerships

    The mass merchant is celebrating 20 years of working with famed designers to deliver its signature cheap chic offering to customers.

    By Aug. 1, 2019
  • A.C. Moore names its next CEO

    Anthony Piperno will take over the chief executive role from his father after taking on the title of president last year. 

    By Aug. 1, 2019
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    WSJ: Nordstrom family working to boost stake

    The department store's stock price has plummeted to below last year's cash offer from the group, which was rejected by its board as inadequate.

    By Aug. 1, 2019
  • The Container Store opens new retail concept in LA

    The location is dedicated solely to its Custom Closets business, indicating the company is placing greater emphasis on offering solutions over products.

    By July 31, 2019
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    J.C. Penney replaces head of stores

    Michael Robbins, chief of stores and supply chain, is on his way out, with Shopko vet Jim DePaul set to take over store operations. 

    By July 31, 2019
  • Gucci hires diversity chief

    The luxury Italian label hopes to change its internal culture and global brand strategy following controversial missteps earlier this year.

    By July 31, 2019
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    Amazon adds styling service to Prime Wardrobe

    The $5-a-month personalized shopping platform uses humans to help generate apparel recommendations, driving Wardrobe deeper into Stitch Fix's territory. 

    By July 30, 2019
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    Under Armour execs 'bullish' on North America

    Despite missed expectations and a revenue decline in the region, executives are confident in a five-year turnaround now in its second quarter.

    By July 30, 2019
  • Ralph Lauren still sluggish at home

    The brand is gaining fans at home among younger consumers, but its clearest momentum is found in China.

    By July 30, 2019