Retail group supports repeal of employer healthcare mandate

The group argues that the repeal will help the retail community since it is dependent on labor.

By Christopher Sacco • March 7, 2013

Retailers join suits over 'pay for delay' pharmaceutical deals

Retailers say they sustained losses as a result of alleged antitrust law violations by pharmaceutical companies.

By Roger Riddell • March 6, 2013

Martha Stewart takes stand, denies wrongdoing in J.C. Penney deal

Stewart went on to say that Macy's hasn't upheld its end of an agreement to maximize the potential of her company's business.

By Christopher Sacco • March 6, 2013

Sears Holdings Corp. CEO Lampert invests heavily in company

Premarket trading was up on news of the Lampert's Monday stock purchase.

By Roger Riddell • March 5, 2013

Obama officially nominates Walmart exec for budget chief

Burwell previously served in several other government positions.

By Roger Riddell • March 4, 2013

Amazon leads in customer satisfaction, Netflix continues to struggle

Netflix is still repairing its reputation with customers after missteps in 2011.

By Roger Riddell • March 3, 2013

Target's entrance into Canada expected to create 'all-out retail war'

Target is launching in Canada at an inconvenient time for the country's retailers.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 27, 2013

Canadian costs impact Target earnings

 Sales were also reportedly held back by continuing shopper uncertainty in the current economy.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 27, 2013

Macy's CEO takes stand in Martha Stewart case

The trial is over the exclusivity of Martha Stewart's branded products.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 26, 2013

Lowe's quarterly results up on makeover, Sandy sales

The company forecasts a sales increase for the current fiscal year.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 25, 2013

Tax on online, out-of-state retailers under consideration in Missouri

Stores making deliveries to Missouri residents from neighboring states are a primary target of the legislation.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 25, 2013

Macy's, J.C. Penney go to court over Martha Stewart products

Macy's alleges Martha Stewart Living breached its contract by signing a contract with J.C. Penney, which is taking advantage of a store-within-a-store loophole.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 21, 2013

Wal-Mart sex discrimination claim dismissed in Tennessee

The dismissal denies suits in five southern states.

By Christopher Sacco • Feb. 21, 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

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

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

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

Chinese e-retail staff cuts ensue ahead of new year

Sales surged in 2012, but forecasts have companies looking ahead conservatively.

By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 30, 2013

Walmart, Target stores leaving new credit card surcharges alone

Retailers are now free to surcharge away, but big chains are opting to pass.

By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 29, 2013

Macy’s makes major management changes for new year

Macy's has announced five major management changes, some of which are effective immediately.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 28, 2013

179M viewers to spend $12B on Super Bowl

According to research, the average viewer will spend nearly $69 on retail products in preparation for Super Bowl Sunday.

By Davide Savenije • Jan. 28, 2013

Abercrombie & Fitch outperforms expectations

Abercrombie & Fitch now ranks #1 on the Zacks Consensus Estimate after strong sales performance over the last year.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Walmart has a 10-year plan to boost U.S.-sourced products

Walmart and Sam's Club stores across the U.S. could see $50 billion in more U.S.-sourced products over the next  decade.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013

Harry Winston sells off watch and jewelry business to focus on diamond mining

Harry Winston has reportedly reached a deal with Swatch to sell off its watch and jewelry retail business, filling in a gap in the Swatch portfolio.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013

Tiffany & Co. remains a valuable investment despite a decade low earnings stretch

Tiffany & Co. reports low earnings for the last four quarters, however the allure of the product has investors talking take-over citing it as a "trophy property." 

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013