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Wal-Mart, Target Hope to Avoid Holiday Bumps

The Wal-Mart greeter wore a Christmas jingle-bell trimmed hat and stood in front of a sign that read, "Smile…

Wal-Mart Deal Looks to India

After years of trying, Wal-Mart is getting a foothold in India, one of the world's fastest-growing economies.

Natick Mall Charts $500M Expansion

A $500 million expansion of the Natick Mall is intended to redefine it as the premier shopping destination in…

Price vs. Style: Wal-Mart, Target Face Off for Holiday

Holiday is shaping up as a classic Wal-Mart vs. Target duel, with the world's largest retailer declaring war…

Fashion Returns to Boston’s MFA

The Museum of Fine Arts Boston opens "Fashion Show: Paris Collections 2006."

Let Them Wear Cake

On Friday, Oct. 13, T-shirt designer Johnny Earle arrived at his Johnny Cupcakes store at dusk.

Dept. Stores’ October Comps Strong, Wal-Mart Forecast Weak

October comps blew hot and cold as department stores sizzled and some specialty retailers fizzled because of…

Wal-Mart Launches Revamped Web Site

Walmart.com has relaunched after a 13-month overhaul that emphasizes large lifestyle images, reduced clutter…

Slowing Expansion Plan: Wal-Mart Cuts Openings, Tweaks Fashion Formula

Wal-Mart announced plans Monday to adjust its growth model, scoring a hit with Wall Street.

Wal-Mart to Slow U.S. Expansion

Wal-Mart said Monday that growth is becoming more expensive and the retailer will scale back expansion plans.

Analysts See Upside in Wal-Mart China Bid

After folding its hand in Ger­many and South Korea, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. appears to be ready to raise the…

Juicy and Loro Piana to Open Boston Units

Newbury Street's evolving retail mix will get two players with very different sensibilities this fall and…

Former Filene’s Site to Get Renovation

Developers intend to preserve the historic downtown building here that housed the Filene's flagship and build…

Puma Sets Accessories Line

Puma will launch an eight-piece accessories collection for spring created by Dutch industrial designer Marcel…

Preserving Boston’s Filene Flagship

Developers intend to preserve the historic downtown building that housed the Filene's flagship.