Retail Markets
Burlington Coat Sees Sales Rise in 3rd Quarter
Off-pricer, owned by Bain, sees same-store sales decline.
Coldwater Creek Loss Edges Up
Big drops in direct, same-store sales in fourth quarter.
Charlotte Russe Opposes KarpReilly Slate
Teen retailer Charlotte Russe Holding Corp. has recommended its shareholders reject KarpReilly’s slate of…
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McTeigue & McClelland Opens New York Salon
Jewelers Walter McTeigue and Tim McClelland have opened their first Manhattan salon, available by appointment.
Hartmarx Could Close N.Y. Hickey Freeman Flagship
Amid bankruptcy woes, Hartmarx Corp., Hickey Freeman’s parent, appears ready to shutter the Hickey Freeman…
Dillard’s Net Falls on Soft Sales, Charges
Dillard’s reports nearly $150 million loss in the fourth quarter.
Buckle Goes East as Results Go North
High performing specialty store Buckle chain sets sights on New York and New Jersey.
Milly Opens First Store in Tokyo Today
Contemporary brand Milly open its first store in Tokyo today, and puts a Manhattan unit on hold.
Milan Buyers Upbeat, But Thrifty
Retailer buyers appreciated the sexy and strong silhouettes on the Milan runways.
Fighting Back: Istithmar Says Barneys Not for Sale
Barneys New York will not be sold and a new ceo will arrive, according to Istithmar.
Finlay to Exit Department Stores
Finlay Enterprises Inc. exiting leased department store business to focus on jewelry stores.
Kohl’s 4th-Qtr. Net Falls 18.4%
While fourth-quarter profits declined, exclusive and private brands provided a bright spot for Kohl's.
Judge Approves Fortunoff Sale
Going-out-of-business sales will begin today at Fortunoff Holdings LLC’s 20 retail locations.
H&M Plans to Open First Store in South Korea
Seoul store will open in 2010.
Fortunoff Liquidation Deal Near
Seven companies await final court approval for GOB sales liquidating Fortunoff's stores and inventory.