Forecasts and Analysis
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Fornarina Forms Tie With Lohan
With the controversial Lindsay Lohan as its new face, Italian lifestyle brand Fornarina is planning a global push into the world's fashion capitals in a...
— May 14, 2008
TJX Profits Rise 19.6%
TJX Cos. Inc. said Tuesday that first-quarter income increased almost 20 percent as shoppers squeezed by rising gas and food costs and tight credit hunted...
— May 14, 2008
Valentino Goes Voom: Brand to Double Sales, Open 35 Stores by 2013
There may be a global economic slowdown, but Valentino is stepping up the pace of its expansion.
— May 12, 2008
Few Spring Blossoms: Stores Face Tough Times With Designer Business
These are tough times to be in designer retailing.
— Apr 29, 2008
The Economic Squeeze: Bloomingdale's, Union In Talks Over Contract
The pressure on retailers just keeps building.
— Apr 28, 2008
Sourcing Peril Looms From Strife Over Food, Energy Prices
Labor unrest over soaring food and energy prices could soon trigger a spike in global apparel sourcing costs, forcing companies to raise wages to stave off...
— Apr 21, 2008
Tax Rebate Priorities: Practical Matters
Consumers may not be in a hurry to spend their tax rebate checks at the mall.
— Apr 21, 2008
