Trends and Analysis
Execs at World Retail Congress Foresee Long Recovery
At the World Retail Congress, Marvin Traub called for high-end retailers and luxury brands to work together to evaluate pricing strategies.
— May 19, 2009
Report: Weak U.S. Demand Puts European Stores at Risk
HSBC says European stores could be hurt by Asian price opportunities.
— May 18, 2009
Retail Stocks Drop for 5th Straight Day
Macy's down Tuesday in advance of first-quarter earnings report.
— May 13, 2009
Wal-Mart Defection Drains Heft From Comps
Mass retailer Wal-Mart will now only give quarterly comp updates and forecasts.
— May 12, 2009
Optimism Grows but Deflation Fears Stay
Low demand confronts stores with downward price pressure.
— May 11, 2009
