Chain Retailers Report Solid Sales Gains in April
Americans spent more during the early spring months in the latest sign that they're encouraged by the economic recovery.
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Bangladesh Factory Fire Kills 8 as Collapse Toll Tops 900
Eight people were killed when a fire swept through a clothing factory in Bangladesh, as the death toll from the collapse of another factory two weeks ago climbed above 900.
Collapsed Building Owner's Property to be Seized
A top court in Bangladesh asked the government Tuesday to "immediately" confiscate the property of the owner of a building that collapsed last week.
Retailers Find Bangladesh Factories Still Make Sense
Despite a series of accidents that have killed hundreds of people in recent months, dozens of major retailers and apparel makers continue to operate in Bangladesh.
Women Are Fleeing Coupon-Free J.C. Penney, New Poll Reveals
J.C. Penney lost more than 1.3 million of its loyal female fans in the last year, a new survey reveals, and the experts say its "fair and square" pricing strategy is probably to blame.
Wall Street Watch Friday: Zumiez Wipes Out
Skateboarding is all about keeping your balance and avoiding the always-embarrassing face-plant. But that's exactly what edgy teen apparel retailer Zumiez failed to do with Thursday afternoon's earnings report.
Piers Morgan Chats With Penney CEO, But No Word on Floundering Makeover
The CNN host Piers Morgan heralded Ron Johnson, CEO of J.C. Penney, as the genius behind Apple stores who's now working his magic on J.C. Penney, ignoring the big, fat elephant in the room: Johnson's February makeover of the chain has so far flopped, sinking revenues and alienating shoppers.
Cool Savings on Summer Swimsuits -- Savings Experiment
Experts show you how to take care of and shop for a budget-friendly swimsuit.
Walmart Gets Laser-Focused on Lowest Prices Again
Over the past few years, Walmart lost its rep for being the place to go for the lowest prices. Now, the nation's biggest retailer is making a serious push to earn that bargain cred back.
Why J.C. Penney Will Never Be Great Again
J.C. Penney's new CEO plans to remake the tired old department store chain a la the Apple Store and Target, and his fresh ideas are earning him applause. But as investors and industry watchers cheer Ron Johnson's turnaround concepts, they're ignoring some big potholes on the road ahead.
Holiday Shopping Alert: The Best Deals Are Ahead
Attention holiday shoppers: Don't feel blue if you missed Black Friday or Cyber Monday. Retail analysts say the best deals are yet to come, with discounts growing deeper as Christmas draws nearer.
Black Friday Shopping Tip: Do It In Your Pajamas
Here's some Black Friday shopping advice: Stay home. Ditch the stores, crowds and lines, and shop online, where the deals often eclipse what you'll find in stores, says Brad Wilson, CEO of Bradsdeals.com. So where are the big bargains on shoes, electronics, jewelry, apparel and home goods? Read on ...
Walmart's Latest Fashion Fail: It's No Target
For years, Walmart has been out to prove it could provide some substance for stylish wardrobes, but shoppers didn't buy the idea of fashion from the retail giant. No shock, its high hopes to emulate Target's "cheap chic" reputation have failed: Walmart's shutting down its Manhattan apparel office.
Can Uniqlo's Clever Clothes Refashion the Retail Market?
Uniqlo has a simple plan: To revolutionize how people wear clothes. As its next step, the Japanese retailer of utilitarian but sexy fashions with cutting-edge features is making a massive push into the U.S. And if you haven't heard the buzz Uniqlo's generating, you will soon.
7 Shopping Dos and Don'ts for September
If August is all about scoring deals on backpacks and other back-to-school items, then what should you buy in September? The editors at DealNews took a look at historical data and came up with the best and worst things to buy this month.