The Container Store readies IPO, NYSE debut imminent

The retail chain is hoping to acquire up to $225 million to pay down debt and continue its digital expansion.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 31, 2013

Target steers away from luxury for the holidays

The retail chain is hoping that discount pricing will pay off when Black Friday arrives.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 29, 2013

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How artificial intelligence is shaping retail

More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.

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Michael Kors flies high since entering the NYSE

The upscale brand will officially enter the S&P 500 on Nov. 1.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 29, 2013

Consumers on smartphones: 10 behaviors retailers need to know

If you sell to smartphone users, here are a few facts you absolutely must be aware of ahead of the holiday season.

By Lyndsey Gilpin • Oct. 25, 2013

Men’s Wearhouse could be eyeing a potential takeover of luxury footwear line

The formalwear retailer could be looking to expand its line of exclusive brands.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 24, 2013

Amazon raises minimum order price to receive free shipping

Is the move designed to nudge shoppers into joining Amazon Prime?

By Philip Nations • Oct. 23, 2013

Kohl’s makes its Thanksgiving Day call—stores will be open

J.C. Penney and Macy's are also hoping to grab more sales by offering Black Friday deals earlier than we've seen previously.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 22, 2013

RadioShack debuts new concept location in Cambridge

The company continues to expand its U.S. rollout for the open-format design.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 21, 2013

J.C. Penney follows Macy’s lead to open stores on Thanksgiving

Will other major retailers go along or decide to buck the potential new trend?

By Philip Nations • Oct. 21, 2013

Survey: Merchants are prepping early for the upcoming holiday season

Many retailers are betting mobile website optimization is the key to boosting sales.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 18, 2013

Jos. A. Bank could consider hostile takeover of Men’s Wearhouse

Men’s Wearhouse rejected an earlier buyout bid worth $2.3 billion.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 18, 2013

Paypal adds business loans to its list of merchant services

The new Working Capital program is currently being offered to businesses located inside the U.S. 

By Philip Nations • Oct. 18, 2013

Neiman Marcus collaborates with Popsugar to create luxury gift box

The limited-edition item will be available through Popsugar’s monthly subscription service.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 17, 2013

Perry Ellis teams with Callaway Golf for new e-commerce initiative

The state-of-the-art website will showcase media content in addition to branded apparel.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 17, 2013

Older working adults might not be ready to retire from the workforce

Health permitting, many individuals are pushing back retirement to accommodate a variety of factors.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 16, 2013

Macy's bets on social media, mobile tech to drive Black Friday shoppers

Customers will be able to preview in-store sale items beginning Nov. 21. Guess which social network Macy's is using.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 16, 2013

Macy’s to open Thanksgiving Thursday, make it the new Black Friday

2013 will mark the first time the department store chain has made the move, looking to attract eager seasonal shoppers.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 15, 2013

Coldwater Creek ponders a potential sale

The struggling retailer has publicly announced it will explore its buyout options.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 15, 2013

Grocery delivery's future: 10 services battling for customers right now

These startups, industry giants and niche players each want a say in which trucks are hauling the nation's food bags from stores to homes.

By Linda Cui • Oct. 14, 2013

Family Dollar extends contract for SMS Assist

The retail chain hopes the new contract will help refine operations and efficiency.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 14, 2013

Sears to give Canadian Black Friday sales a try

The department store chain says a significant majority of its surveyed shoppers want Black Friday discounts for Canadian Thanksgiving.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 14, 2013

Neiman Marcus will invest $100 million to refine omnichannel

The upscale brand is hoping to implement the changes beginning in 2014.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 11, 2013

Staples hopes price matching will help compete with Amazon

The company says the new price-match policy will remain in-place into 2014.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 11, 2013

Convenience store salaries surge; CEO pay hits record

Salaries rose across every job category at U.S. convenience stores, and chief executives hit record pay levels.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 10, 2013

J.C. Penney names Saks executive to its board of directors

Stephen Sandove will begin his tenure upon the completion of the Hudson’s Bay buyout.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 10, 2013