Financial
H&M Profit Climbs 6 Percent
Hennes & Mauritz on Wednesday said improved weather conditions in May helped lift second-quarter profits after cold climatic conditions in Europe hurt sales.
— Jun 19, 2008
Retail Takes a Hit on Wall Street
Wall Street tumbled on Wednesday amid more fears about the financial sector and rising oil prices, and retail stocks bore a major share of the damage.
— Jun 19, 2008
Big Push for Penney's: Retailer Aims to Rule Juniors with New Lines
In a push to become hipper and shore up some merchandise holes, J. C. Penney will roll out four youth-oriented brands.
— Jun 19, 2008
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The Bliss of Newlyweds: Same-Sex Marriages Boost California Stores
It's gay times for California retailers — in both the old and new sense of the word.
— Jun 18, 2008
Midwest Flooding Big Trouble for Retail
Record flooding, particularly in Iowa cities such as Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, is battering industry retailers.
— Jun 17, 2008
Coming Under Pressure: Activist Shareholders Target Retailers Again
Target Corp., Dillard's Inc., Chico's FAS Inc., Charming Shoppes Inc., Syms Corp. and Haggar Corp. have faced activist shareholder campaigns.
— Jun 16, 2008
Inventory a Primary Focus in Difficult Climate
Stringent inventory control may be the mantra for most apparel retailers, but there is still plenty of fat to trim.
— Jun 16, 2008
