Retail Markets
Japan Department Store Sales
Sales at department stores in Japan dropped 7.6 percent to 588 billion yen, or $5.54 billion, in June, the…
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Europe’s Luxury Sector In Unfamiliar Territory As Investors Cool Off
PARIS - Europe's high-flying luxury sector is losing altitude as pessimism rises among investors.
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Mango’s Risky Business: Spanish Chain Sees Iraq As Fertile Retail Ground
Mango plans to bridge a cultural and psychological divide and open a store in Abril, a city of one million…
Theodore on the Move in Beverly Hills
Almost four decades after opening on Rodeo Drive, Theodore has moved to a new flagship location in Beverly…
Ford Expanding Fragrance, Retail
Tom Ford doesn't believe in wasting time, and right now the focus is on his new women's fragrance White…
Chaz Dean Adds Some Body to Lineup
Chaz Dean is applying the no-suds philosophy behind his WEN hair care line to body care.
Saks Fifth Avenue Shifts Top Executives
Saks Fifth Avenue on Thursday unveiled a string of senior-level management changes, triggered by the…
May Retail Sales Better Than Expected
The government's tax rebate checks are giving some much-needed relief to retailers.
Wal-Mart Reiterates Its Price Message
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. executives stayed on message to the point of redundancy during presentations at the…
Benetton Eyes Emerging Markets’ Potential
Benetton Group SpA has big plans for emerging markets.
‘Sex and the City’ Lingerie Parties Rev Up
Retailers will be chilling cosmopolitans, walking the aisles in stilettos and displaying risqu? undies and…
New Shops Set for Ciate
Ciate is polishing its plans for national and international expansion.
Lundgren Maps Out Macy’s New Route
There's no doubt Macy's is disappointed with its performance this year and still takes some heat from…