Retail Markets
M&S Chief Upbeat Despite Layoffs, Poor Sales
Britain's largest clothing retailer tightens its operations.
Against All Odds Files Ch. 11
Hip-hop retailer Against All Odds joins parade of troubled stores.
Scherrer Store Closes in Paris
Jean-Louis Scherrer’s Avenue Montaigne flagship has closed.
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Richemont Fuses Fashion and Art in Shanghai
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Hermès Launches First San Diego Store
The luxury brand Hermès sees San Diego area as fertile territory.
Saks Grows Men’s Accessories
Saks Fifth Avenue adds accessories shops in three units.
Tommy Hilfiger Embraces Miami
Tommy Hilfiger USA Inc. is opening a freestanding store in South Beach today.
Macy’s Tweaks Credit Arrangements
Renegotiated facility eliminates capitalization from covenant calculation.
New York State Proposes Luxury Tax
Plan aims to reduce deficit.
Seeking Bright Spots: Men’s, Outlets Do OK During Dismal Holiday
Men’s wear is a surprising holiday performer — relatively speaking, at least.
Year in Fashion: Safe Haven Online
So far, e-commerce is providing a shelter from the storm of the rest of a the retail world.
Wal-Mart CEO Talks Economy on ‘Meet the Press’
On Sunday's "Meet the Press," Scott said consumers have noticeably changed their shopping behavior at…
Jeweler Vartanian Opens on Madison Avenue
Jack Vartanian is bringing the colors of Brazil to Manhattan.
Kohl’s, Forever 21 in $6.25M Deal for 46 Mervyns Leases
Kohl’s will get 31 locations, and Forever 21 Inc. will take 15, pending bankruptcy court approval.