Consumer Affairs & Relations

Target Corp. is taking extra precautions to keep its stores clean in the wake of the coronavirus — including increasing its payroll. 

A rideshare service with a strong omnichannel commerce presence is testing self-driving cars in several major markets.

Dick’s Sporting Goods reported a strong fourth quarter and said it plans to eliminate gun sales in more stores.

Gap Inc. has selected the head of its fastest-growing brand as chief executive.

Costco Wholesale Corp. reported stronger earnings and sales than analysts had expected as shoppers stock up on goods in light of the coronavirus outbreak.

Kroger Co. beat fourth-quarter earnings and sales estimates amid rising demand for its growing assortment of private-label items. 

Poor product quality is not the only factor that erodes consumer trust in a brand.

A common hacking technique has exposed personal information of some J. Crew customers.

The parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue is getting a new chief executive — but it didn’t have to look very far.

Kohl’s Corp. beat the Street for the fourth quarter as it closed the book on a disappointing year that did not meet its expectations.