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Amazon snags comics platform ComiXology
Questions remain about the future of the cloud-based digital comics platform.
By Daphne Howland • April 11, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Brand ambassadors, the amazing messengers
Consumers remain heavily influenced by word of mouth, and brand ambassadors go far in spreading the word.
By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2014 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of DHL
TrendlineInside retail supply chains
Companies looking to trim expenses and streamline operations during a crutial year for supply chain management.
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American Apparel gets last-minute reprieve
Swiss firm FiveT Capital is giving the debt-strapped retailer cash to avoid default.
By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2014 -
Abercrombie & Fitch taps Kohl's exec as CFO
The move comes amid continued heavy pressure for the struggling retailer to shake up its leadership.
By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2014 -
J&R Music and Computer World shutters doors after 43 years
The iconic Manhattan store is a victim of the touch electronics retail environment where some independents still have a small edge.
By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2014 -
Family Dollar to cut jobs, close stores
The discount chain will also lower prices on several basic items in an effort to improve performance.
By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2014 -
Retail snowed by weather, late Easter
A study shows that retail sales have suffered under bad weather and a late Easter, but that early tax refunds are helping mitigate the damage.
By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2014 -
Wet Seal shakes things up
The teen apparel retailer is shrinking its board and reducing board compensation in an effort to become more nimble.
By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2014 -
Coldwater Creek without a paddle, liquidation said to be likely
The women’s apparel retailer, which hasn’t seen profits since 2007, will reportedly liquidate after bankruptcy.
By Daphne Howland • April 8, 2014 -
Design Within Reach taking full advantage of visual media
The company is taking the visual panache of its catalog to social media.
By Daphne Howland • April 8, 2014 -
Shoppers remain highly price conscious: study
Some 80% of consumers are looking for deals, both in store and online.
By Daphne Howland • April 8, 2014 -
Study finds many 'worst CEOs' in retail
The study finds that employee respect for their CEO may affect company performance.
By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014 -
Fotolia
Mobile wallets stuffed with promise for retailers
Tailored mobile payment systems could save on credit card fees and yield data to boost customer loyalty.
By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014 -
Fotolia
Calif. bill would shift data liability to retailers
Protecting customer data is not fading from the radar screens of politicians.
By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014 -
J.C. Penney revamps lingerie with supermodel help
The retailer is proceeding apace with its turnaround, bringing back previously discontinued lingerie lines and tapping Elle Macpherson to help out.
By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014 -
Deep Dive
You read it here: Custom publishing in the world of omni-channel retail
Custom publishing is nothing new, but omni-channel expectations are leading companies to think about content in a whole new way.
By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014 -
Brookstone's bankruptcy and sale will change nothing
Spencer Spirit Holdings, which will buy the specialty retailer, says it will keep all mall and airport stores open.
By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014 -
FTC firms up retailer contest rules
If shoppers must share something on social media in order to enter a contest, that must be disclosed, the Federal Trade Commission has decided.
By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014 -
Saks working to regain old magic
Under new parent Hudson’s Bay Company and a new president, the department store is planning edgier, more expensive offerings.
By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014 -
Sam's Club taps Gallup for microbusiness surveys
The wholesale club said small businesses are an important consumer group with unique needs that it aims to learn more about.
By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014 -
Deep Dive
When brands have brands of their own
Branding is both a challenge and an opportunity for specialty retailers, and when brands launch brands of their own, things can get complicated.
By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014 -
Now what for Men's Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank?
The merged menswear retailers are very different, but together form a formidable team.
By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014 -
EPA scrutinizes retail waste management
The agency has issued a “Notice of Data Availability” that released findings and seeks input from retailers.
By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014 -
Outlet centers are getting crowded
Competition and rent are both going up as more retailers enter the off-price outlet game.
By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014 -
Macy's taps merchandising chief as new president
CEO Terry J. Lundgren relinquishes the title to Jeffrey Gennette, who has been at the retailer since 1983.
By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2014
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