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Walgreens, the nation's largest pharmacy chain unveiled a new flagship store in Chicago that re-imagines the drugstore experience. Among the "unexpected" new offerings: fresh sushi, salon services, more than 700 fine wines and a juice bar. But will we really buy wine with our aspirin?
How Sears Can Save Itself: Buy (and Sell) American
7:30AM 12/30/2011
By Rich Smith, The Motley Fool
Investing, JC Penney, Sears Holdings, Wal-Mart Stores, Target Corp, Costco, Retail
On Tuesday, Sears Holdings announced it would close as many as 120 Sears and Kmart stores after a holiday sales season in which it fell flat on its face. What Sears really needs is a new image -- an idea that will lure shoppers back. Could "Made in the USA" be it?
Walmart's Holiday Price-Match Offer Is Just a Gimmick
7:30AM 10/29/2011
By Rich Smith, The Motley Fool
Company News, Sears Holdings, Wal-Mart Stores, Costco, Amazon.com, Retail, Best Buy, Saving Money
From Nov. 1 until Christmas, Walmart says it will match prices with its rivals retroactively. Buy now, and if anyone advertises an identical product for a better price, go back to Walmart and claim a refund for the difference. But of course there's a catch -- more than one, in fact.
Walmart's New Promise: Always Low Benefits ... Always
11:33AM 10/25/2011
On Friday, Walmart announced it was rolling back is health benefits for part-time workers -- benefits that the nation's largest employer expanded just a few years ago in response to criticism of its labor practices. And even the lucky few employees who get to keep their coverage aren't going to like the new plan much.
Savings Experiment: Trim Your Shampoo and Conditioner Budget
10:00AM 9/13/2011
Consumers shelled out an estimated $2.32 billion on shampoo last year, and $1.71 billion on conditioner. But caring for your crowning glory shouldn't cost you a king's ransom. Here are four easy ways to save on this frequent purchase.
Winning isn't just about outscoring your opponent or exceeding the next quarter's goals; it's about doing what's in the long-term best interests of all your fellow stakeholders. With some notable exceptions, business leaders are focused only on short-term gains. We need to demand better.
CEO Shuffle: Three Major Corporate Chiefs Are Stepping Down
12:15PM 9/01/2011
Company News, Bank of America, Costco, Bank of New York Mellon, Stocks in the News
Announcements made late Wednesday and early Thursday revealed that three large companies -- Wendy's, Costco, and Bank of New York Mellon -- are losing their CEOs. And while the first two cases sound like they'll result in smooth transitions, the third comes as something of a shock.
What Do Keith Richards and Costco's CEO Have In Common?
10:00AM 8/23/2011
Reading Keith Richard's much-praised autobiography "Life," and at the same time thinking about corporate leadership, the author came to a startling conclusion. Richards the retirement-shunning rocker and Costco CEO and founder Jim Singeal have an essential trait in common. Authenticity: the drive that can't be faked.
July Retail Sales Hint at Solid Back-to-School Season
3:00PM 8/04/2011
July retail sales were solid, with Costco, Macy's, JC Penney, Nordstron and Saks Fifth Avenue all beating expectations. Craig Johnson, president of Customer Growth Partners, the retail consultancy, says we could be having the best back-to-school selling season since 2006.
Why You Should Shop Carefully for Retail Stocks
4:30PM 7/08/2011
By Alyce Lomax, The Motley Fool
Company News, Economy, Investing, Macy's, Wal-Mart Stores, Retail, Stocks in the News
Retail stocks surged Thursday, as June same-store sales sparked investor euphoria. The jump probably stood out even more sharply against a still-tough economy for many U.S. consumers. However, if this sudden elation has you thinking about snapping up retail shares yourself, make sure you shop with more than a little caution.
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