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Retailers Report Solid Finale to Holidays
11:30AM 1/05/2012
JC Penney, Macy's, Nordstrom, Wal-Mart Stores, Target Corp, Costco, Saks, Retail
Many retailers are reporting solid sales gains for December, capping a decent holiday season, but shoppers bent on discounts exacted a high price.
Online Shopping Emergency? Please Hold for a Human
6:00AM 12/03/2011
By Selena Maranjian, The Motley Fool
Technology, Hewlett-Packard, Dell, JC Penney, Macy's, Nordstrom, Sears Holdings, Sony, Apple, Target Corp, Amazon.com, Retail, Best Buy, Consumer Ally
Millions of holiday shoppers aiming to avoid the crowds are headed online. But not all retailers do e-commerce with ease -- especially if you have questions and need help from a customer service representative. Which chains respond fast -- and which don't? We have the answers.
Black Friday Battle Shapes Up as Nordstrom vs. Walmart
3:40PM 11/10/2011
With Walmart's announcement that it will open at 10 p.m. on Thanksgiving, the holiday has morphed into Black Friday Eve. But for the anti-consumerism camp, Nordstrom is king: For the sixth year year in a row, it won't even decorate for Christmas, let alone do any holiday marketing, until Thanksgiving is officially over.
Free Necklaces and Shipping for Holiday Shoppers?
9:15AM 10/19/2011
Retailers are so desperate this holiday season that they're willing to lose money to get you to spend yours. Not every retailer will go as far as giving away merchandise during the holidays -- although some are doing just that -- but many will offer profit-busting incentives.
Nordstrom.com Now Offers Unconditional Free Shipping and Returns
12:15PM 8/31/2011
While Nordstrom has yet to find a suitable location in New York City, online shoppers can now get any item delivered for free. On Monday, Nordstrom announced it will offer free shipping and returns for all U.S. orders -- making it the first department store chain to do so.
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.
7 Free Shipping Options That Are Good For Customers and Investors
12:30PM 7/26/2011
By Selena Maranjian, The Motley Fool
Macy's, Nordstrom, Apple, Wal-Mart Stores, Target Corp, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Best Buy
Online retailing is big business, and growing. As virtual storefronts become major revenue generators, many retailers are realizing the value of free shipping, which has the potential to greatly increase sales. Consider these seven promotional strategies, good for consumers and investors.
Retail Watchers Predict a Better Back-to-School Sales Season
8:01AM 7/08/2011
Economy, Macy's, Nordstrom, Apple, Wal-Mart Stores, Costco, Saks, Retail, American Eagle Outfitters
Firecracker remnants may still dot the nation's sidewalks, but retail forecasters are already talking about back-to-school shopping season -- and they're happy to do so. The improved economic environment is setting the stage for sales gains in everything from tablet computers to bold-colored jeans.
A Valentine's Day Surprise for February Retail Sales
12:20PM 3/03/2011
Company News, Economy, Investing, JC Penney, Macy's, Nordstrom, Target Corp, Saks, Retail, Stocks in the News
Retailers got some unexpected love from shoppers in the form of strong February sales. But whether consumers repeat the feat in spring could depend on gasoline prices and how they feel about their finances. So, March could be tough.
Spring Is in the Air for Retail M&A
9:00AM 3/01/2011
Company News, Economy, Nordstrom, Blockbuster, J Crew, Retail, Barnes & Noble
Retailers are getting back to business after the recession and showing stronger earnings, making them attractive targets for private equity investors -- and each other.
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