Retail Markets
Specialty Spin-offs Face Uphill Climb
Many secondary nameplates have yet to hold their own in tough retail climate.
Bally to Launch E-Commerce
Bally plans to launch its first online store this month.
Diesel Opens Latest Miami Unit
The newest Diesel store in Miami opened in a 2,800-square-foot space on Lincoln Road, previously home to a…
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Hudson’s Bay to Cut Jobs
The Toronto-based Hudson’s Bay Trading Co. is eliminating 1,000 positions, or 5 percent of its…
Retail Stocks Up 3.3%
Recent job cuts bolster store shares.
Thomas Lynch Named CEO of Frederick’s
Thomas Lynch has been named chief executive officer of Frederick’s of Hollywood Group Inc., the company said…
Slim Again Boosts Saks Stake
Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim Helu has again increased his holdings in Saks Inc.
Moscow Retailers Feel the Crunch
The news from Russia hasn't gotten any better.
Filene’s Basement to Shut 11 Stores
Burlington, Mass.-based retail chain plans to close locations, cites economic downturn.
Target Latest Retailer to Trim Jobs
600 jobs will be eliminated at its headquarters, and distribution center to close later this year.
Fortnum & Mason Plans Layoffs
London retailer to cut jobs.
Risky Moves in Paris Men’s Shows
Buyers weigh in on French men’s wear designers and their daring moves.
Eton of Sweden Opens at Plaza
Luxury shirtmaker Eton of Sweden has opened its first U.S. store at the Plaza Hotel in New York.
Burberry Aims to Grow in Japan
Burberry recently tapped Masaki Iwase as president of Burberry Japan, a newly created role, and plans to open…
Kate Spade Looks to Recapture Its Old Glory
At the helm of the new Kate Spade team are co-presidents Deborah Lloyd and Craig Leavitt, whose plans include…