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The retailer also lifted its full-year earnings targets.
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Company sales rise 0.4 percent.
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The company kept its full-year earnings forecast but trimmed its sales target.
Uniqlo Nov. Comps Slide 14.5%
Retailer claims sales were in line with expectations.
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Bunka and local government offer cheap office/event space to emerging talents.
Japanese Fairs: Back to Basics
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Isetan Mitsukoshi 1H Net Plunges 90%
The company blames a strong yen and sluggish macroeconomic conditions.