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

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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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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

Microsoft plans five more store openings

Microsoft unveiled plans to open five more stores in 2013 in addition to the six announced last month.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 6, 2013

Retailers target home goods sales amid housing rebound

During an anticipated rebound in the housing market, big retailers are banking on consumers snatching up sofas, toasters and home decor.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 5, 2013

Banana Republic, Match.com partner up on 'Love' campaign

Banana Republic kicks off its 2013 "Love" campaign with Match.com and an ad spread built around Joy Cho.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 5, 2013

Target launches Nickelodeon-inspired line

Target is set to release a line of clothing, toys and goods from the Dora Rocks! series on Nickelodeon.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 5, 2013

Study: Consumers don't know mobile wallets

A new study from comScore shows that most mobile users are still uneducated about their mobile wallet options.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 5, 2013

Amazon's third-party sales are hidden money maker

While Amazon boasted $51 billion in sales last year, income from third-party sales may actually account for more.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 5, 2013

BeBe laces up with Aldo

Aldo has agreed to a licensing agreement to design, manufacture and distribute clothing retailer BeBe's footwear.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 5, 2013

After FTC investigation, Vitamin Shoppe will acquire Super Supplements

After an investigation by the Federal Trade Commission, Vitamin Shoppe has been given the go-ahead to complete its purchase.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 4, 2013

Rite Aid appoints new VP of federal affairs and public policy

Yong Choe has been appointed Rite Aid's new VP of federal affairs and public policy to assist in an ever-changing health care environment.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 4, 2013

OfficeMax to offer private label one-stop shopping

OfficeMax is forging new relationships with private labels to sell their products within its stores.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 4, 2013

New CEO at Cole Haan after Nike sells brand

Nike is selling Cole Haan to Apex Partners, paving the way for seasoned shoe exec, Jack Boys, to become CEO of the newly acquired brand.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 4, 2013

Walgreens promotes SVP to EVP

Walgreens' new EVP, Joseph Magnacca, will retain his role as president of daily living products and solutions.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 1, 2013

New Facebook gift cards valid at Target, Sephora

The new Facebook feature enables users to buy gift cards that can be used at exclusive retailers.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 1, 2013

In-store smartphone use: Plan for it

A new survey released this week proves that shoppers are relying more on and more on their mobile devices to get the best deals on the best products.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 1, 2013

Best Buy and Future Shop set to close 15 stores in Canada

Under a long-term restructuring plan, Best Buy and Future Shop will close 15 big box stores but plan to open a number of small-concept web stores and mobile kiosks.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 1, 2013

Retailers learning to embrace social media

Sessions at the NRF BIG show aimed to educate retailers on the possibilities and pitfalls of social media marketing.

By Joan Brodecki • Feb. 1, 2013

Barneys to launch online discount store

Barneys New York will look to attract shoppers with bargain prices when www.barneyswarehouse.com launches on Monday.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 31, 2013

Spectrum Brands hires Dell exec for e-commerce push

Hoping to break into e-commerce, Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc. hired former Dell executive Robb Miller as its new VP of global e-commerce.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 31, 2013