Moody’s
Troubles and Challenges Land J.Jill on Bankruptcy Watch
Already struggling prior to the coronavirus crisis, J.Jill could be the next fashion retailer to file for…
January Retail Sales Rise, But Department and Clothing Stores Falter
"The strength of consumer spending continues to be the anchor of the current economic expansion," NRF chief…
Moody’s 2020 Vision: 3.5 Percent U.S. Sales Growth
E-commerce players, discounters, groceries and mass merchandisers are pacing the retail industry.
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Department Stores Must Solve ‘Chronic’ Inventory Problem This Year, Moody’s Warns
Inventory control is a key focus for department stores to show that their models are viable in a landscape…
Gap-Old Navy Split Could Create Pressure for Suppliers
The fallout for suppliers from the separation of Old Navy and Gap Inc. will likely depend on which side of…
Credit Card Income Has Growing Role on Department Store Balance Sheets
A report from Moody's Investors Service explains how growth will be difficult for the department store group…
Moody’s Raises Apparel Outlook to Positive
International sales and direct-to-consumer operations are driving growth.
Retailers Set for Happy Holidays Amid Improved Sector Environment
The stock market might be on a roller-coaster ride and U.S. economic indicators somewhat uneven, but the…
Traditional Retailers Leveraging Store Base to Compete With Amazon
As traditional retailers battle Amazon for e-commerce market share, they're leveraging their store base as a…
Next Tariff Threat Would Hit US Apparel and Footwear Firms Hard, Moody’s Warns
Most companies will look to pass along at least some of the cost of the US-China trade war to consumers…
Investments in Speed to Market May Not Pay Off as Planned, Moody’s Says
While merchant investments in speedy delivery are escalating, the payoff may prove elusive, according to a…
Department Stores’ Inventory Performance Tied to Sales Lift, Moody’s Says
Department stores are improving inventory management to the benefit of their customers and their own sales…
Walmart is Betting Big on Global, Online Growth, Moody’s Report Says
Walmart is focused on global and online growth for its future, and a new Moody's report outlines the…
Moody’s Warns of Default Spike, Mounting Maturities for Retail and Apparel
While apparel retail executives are pinning their hopes on the strong economy, the benefits related to tax…
Moody’s 2018 Outlook for Retail and Apparel
The credit ratings agency as "stable" outlook for both sectors.