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Catherine Salfino

The Latest Contenders in Global Retail’s Race

When U.S. businesses consider expanding into new markets, China is always leading the list. However, Latin…

Tech Companies in a Race to Develop Best Mobile Payment App

During the Great Recession, consumers pulled back on frivolous spending and focused primarily on needs and…

No Matter How Cool the Start-Up Story, It’s All About Execution

One historical advantage entrenched companies have had over start-ups is brand marketing -- the ability to…

Shopping Centers Using Tech to Counter E-commerce

Technology can be great. After all, it gave consumers the ability to stay at home and shop in their pajamas…

Along with Price, Retailers Compete with Convenience & Technology

These days, when the kids head back to school, they require so much that parents feel it's a struggle to get…

Live Streaming, Buying Off the Runway Brings High Fashion to the Masses

Every year, New York’s Fashion Week seems to become more democratic in its effort to bring high fashion to…

Intimately Speaking, Consumers Prefer Quality, Durability and Cotton

The intimates and underwear market has been boosting its fashion quotient in a move to drive up sales…

Retailers and Brands Must “Think Locally” to Expand Globally

If a company is successful here in the great big USA, it follows that it could be just as prosperous…

Early BTS Returns Bode Well For Holiday ’14

Based on early back-to-school (BTS) traffic, consumer spending is expected to enjoy a healthy increase this…

For Retailers, Being Social is Harder Than It Looks

Retailers are constantly being urged to up their social media presence. But that doesn’t mean they should…

The Science Behind Consumer Preference for Cotton Bedding

It seems the hoteliers of the world have long known what science is now proving: when it comes to bedding…

Rewarding Loyalty Remains a Benefit for Retail

In the competitive world of retail, the grand prize is a loyal customer. But with today’s expansive apparel…

Summer’s Increased Spending Hints at a Rosier Future

Unemployment numbers are down and summer retail sales are up in the U.S. A good portion of the purchasing…

Data-Driven Diffusion Lines Leave Less to Chance

More than 30 years ago, Halston and J.C. Penney made history with the first high/low, designer/retailer…

On the Hunt for Activewear that Doesn’t Stink

The average person has 2-to-4 million sweat glands. Experts say one hour of exercising can result in…