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Debra Borchardt

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Fashion Nerds Shine at Techweek New York

New York City's homegrown tech companies shined at Techweek with presentations by GlamSquad, ShopKeep and…

U.S. Stocks Quiet as European Luxury Brands Struggle

Stocks are off to a quiet start as European luxury brands continue to struggle with weakened Chinese shoppers.

U.S. Stocks Rise on Lower Consumer Prices, Jobless Claims

Consumer prices and jobless claims both dropped, pushing stock prices higher.

Square’s IPO Says It’s Losing Money and Starbucks

Mobile payment processor Square filed to become a public company, but confessed it was losing its prize…

Nike’s $11 Billion Goal for Women

Nike focused much of its investor day presentation on goals for building its women's business.

O’Riordan Named New CEO for Socks and Accessory Brands Global

Sock and Accessory Brands Global named Tom O'Riordan as its new chairman and chief executive officer.

Outlet Centers Hungry for More Locations

Outlet malls hungry for more locations are moving closer to full price shopping centers and even other…

Stocks Mixed as Market Digests Prices and Sales Reports

Stocks are mixed as September prices drop and retail sales for clothing increases slightly.

Boutique Fitness Trend Gains Muscle

Big-box gyms are falling out of favor while smaller venues — with personalized services and apparel — are…

Nordstrom to Hire 11,800 for the Holidays

Nordstrom said it would hire 11,800 seasonal workers, with 1,600 devoted to fulfilling online orders.

China’s Trade Slump Causes Stocks to Sell

China's exports plunged 20 percent in September causing stocks to fall in Europe and the U.S.

The Cost of Free Shipping Is Growing Returns

More retailers are offering free shipping, but the cost has been higher returns.

Markets Quiet on Columbus Day

The stock market is quiet with many government offices and services closed for Columbus Day.

Stocks Gain as Earnings Season Begins

Stocks are gaining even though some disappointing earnings have hit the market.

Duluth Trading Files for IPO

Duluth Trading Company has filed to go public with plans to raise $115 million.