Online Low-Price Leader? Amazon
The primary reason U.S. consumers shop online at Amazon is to take advantage of low prices. A recent study confirms that Amazon's pricing is the lowest, but Walmart is not far behind.
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Newest first · Page 103Retail Industry Won’t Be Saved by Last Minute Shoppers
As Christmas Day approaches, struggling retailers hold out hope that people who have not done holiday shopping earlier in the season will stream through their doors to improve their fortunes at the last moment.
Why Does Sears Bother to Stay Open?
In a retail market in which Sears and its direct competition are virtually being driven out of business, it is a puzzle why its stores stay open.
Kohl’s Black Friday Ad Leaked
Kohl's 64-page Black Friday advertising supplement has been leaked. The company is offering a variety of doorbuster items for early shoppers along with an coupon deal that returns $15 for every $50 spent.
Americans Ready To Increase Spending As They Shop For Holidays
ThinkstockIt will be a good holiday for many retailers. The “mood” of American shoppers is excellent as the holiday season approaches, according to data from Gallup. The report does not point out how uneven…
JC Penney Slashes Q3 Outlook
J.C. Penney announced Friday morning that it is cutting its full-year by 88% to 95% as it clears its apparel inventory, primarily in women's clothes.
Holiday Shopping Online to Top In-Store: Deloitte
For the first time ever, holiday shoppers are expected to spend more online than in brick-and-mortar stores. The 2017 holiday season is shaping up as a win for retailers who can tap the online…
JC Penney and Macy’s Short Interest Surge Ahead of Holidays
Short sellers have bet that J.C. Penney and Macy's will have unusually harsh holidays. Both stocks have a very good chance they will continue to sell off.
What’s Up With Sears, Whirlpool Split?
Sears will discontinue sales of Maytag, KitchenAid, and Jenn-Air branded appliances made by Whirlpool as soon as existing inventory is sold. A dispute over pricing ended a 100-year-old partnership.
Amazon Reaps 238 Offers From 54 Localities for New HQ2
Amazon closed the bidding last Thursday for proposals to become the company's second headquarters city. All but seven states were represented among the 238 bids that also included proposals from Canada and Mexico.
What Target Has In Store for This Holiday Season
The holiday season is still a little ways away, but some are jumping the gun. Target made its intentions for the holiday season known when it announced that it would be offering more sales…
Target’s Serial Failures a Sign of Things to Come?
Target's CEO for some reason believes that because his company has opened a new store in New York's Herald Square, the fortunes of the public corporation might be rescued. Herald Square is a place…
Target Expands Store Remodelling Plan
Target said Thursday that it plans to expand its store renovation plans and open more smaller format stores as the company commits to improving its stores and expanding its digital presence.
A Tale of 2 Watch Sellers: Tourneau and JC Penney
Luxury watch retailer Tourneau has been seeking a buyer since the beginning of the year with no success yet. And J.C. Penney thinks now is the time to expand into fine jewelry, although at…
Retailers Completing Hiring for the Holidays
There is a chill in the air, and even though Halloween is several weeks away, Americans are starting to think about holiday shopping, as retailers complete their hiring plans.