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- 1/31/2024
U.S. confidence climbs to two-year high in January
American consumers are feeling more confident than they have in years amid slowing inflation and a strong labor market. - 1/31/2024
Ross Stores names chief merchandising officer of DD’s Discounts
Ross Stores has promoted a company veteran to its C-suite. - 1/30/2024
Starbucks posts record revenue but lowers outlook on heels of bumpy quarter
Starbucks Corp. reported record revenue but missed Street estimates amid a rocky quarter that included boycotts, work stoppages and a more cautious consumer in one of its key markets. - 1/30/2024
Walmart to add more than 150 larger-format stores during next five years
Walmart is moving back into brick-and-mortar expansion. - 1/30/2024
CEO of H&M steps down in surprise move; successor named
The chief executive of Hennes & Mauritz has departed the retailer as it struggles to lift sales amid increased competition. - 1/29/2024
Nordstrom Rack expands 2024-2025 store openings; here are the locations
Nordstrom continues to grow the footprint of its Rack outlet division, announcing two upcoming North Carolina locations. - 1/29/2024
SPECS 2024 program includes 30 educational sessions
Excitement is building for Chain Store Age’s annual SPECS Show, March 10-12, at the Gaylord Texan, Grapevine, Tex. - 1/29/2024
WHSmith to open 50-plus stores in airports across North America
WHSmith is betting big on North America. - 1/29/2024
Growth streak continues for U.S. beauty industry
The beauty industry is going strong — at both ends of the spectrum. - 1/29/2024
Michelle Gass takes reins at Levi’s; expanding leadership team
It’s the start of a new era for Levi Strauss & Co. - 1/28/2024
CEO of Office Depot parent company to return after medical leave
The ODP Corporation has provided a leadership update. - 1/25/2024
Kirkland’s secures additional debt financing
Kirkland’s has secured additional debt financing to support its strategic repositioning efforts.