Why Short Interest in JC Penney Jumped
The investor bets that J.C. Penney shares will drop got a boost. On the surface, the gamble makes a great deal of sense.
Retail
All Retail Articles
Newest first · Page 89
Who Stands to Benefit the Most From the Toys ‘R’ Us Shutdown
Toys “R” Us generated over $7 billion in sales in the United States in the year ended January 2017, which means that all this cash is up for grabs among major retailers.
Are Finish Line Shareholders Getting Enough in the Buyout?
The Finish Line, Inc. (NASDAQ: FINL) shares made a solid gain early on Monday after the firm announced that it would be acquired by JD Sports Fashion. Overall, this transaction offers a great opportunity…
Lowe’s Plans Ahead for CEO Departure
Lowe’s Companies shares made a handy gain early on Monday after the firm announced that it would soon be implementing its succession plan.
NRA Advertising Surges Ahead Of Its Annual Meeting
Web ad measurement firm Pathmatics posted research which shows the National Rifle Association recently upped its advertising substantially. It released the new research after several media reported on its earlier results on the same subject.…
Amazon’s Shares Surge as Walmart’s Falter
Walmart shares rallied when it appeared its challenge to Amazon.com's e-commerce business showed some improvement. The excitement has dimmed.
Does a Target, Kroger Merger Make Sense?
A report that Target and Kroger were discussing a possible merger was followed quickly by another denying that such discussions were taking place. But would such a link-up ultimately make sense?
Rating Agency Says Sears Is in Default on Some Debt
Standard & Poor's believes Sears is in default on some of its debt. How long before the retailer files for Chapter 11?
Why Guess Is Thursday’s Biggest Winner
After Guess released its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings report late on Wednesday, shares were up sharply on Thursday.
Michaels Guidance Weighs on Q4 Results
Michaels Companies released its fiscal fourth-quarter financial results before the markets opened on Thursday.
Walmart’s Next Move to Fight Against Amazon
FedEx and Walmart are bringing the fight to Amazon.com with a newly expanded deal. FedEx is now planning to put 500 FedEx Office locations in select Walmart store over the next two years.
Claire’s Stores Declares Bankruptcy
Claire's Stores has become the latest retailer to go under as ever fewer people go to brick-and-mortar locations and more people shop online.
The Toys ‘R’ Us Collapse Is Nearly Complete
The ongoing Toys “R” Us saga appears to be coming to a close. It is incredibly likely that the company will be closing the doors for all of its stores and selling off the…
Is This the Turnaround Sears Has Been Waiting For?
Sears reported its fourth-quarter financial results after the markets closed on Wednesday, and shares traded higher early Thursday.
Why Dollar General Is Dominating Thursday
Dollar General released its fiscal fourth-quarter financial results and guidance before the markets opened on Thursday.