Kroger Q4 delivers on strong private-label growth; CEO comments on COVID-19Kroger Co. beat fourth-quarter earnings and sales estimates amid rising demand for its growing assortment of private-label items. Grocery franchisee gets real return on virtualized networkJerry’s Foods is minimizing the costs and downtime associated with its IT infrastructure. Chipotle increases paid leave; testing unlimited paid time off Chipotle Mexican Grill is enhancing some employee benefits as it and other retail and restaurant chains struggle to retain talent. Done Deal: Tailored Brands sells Joseph Abboud brand The parent company of Men's Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank and other menswear banners has sold its designer label. Burlington Stores to shut down e-commerce site, focus solely on physical stores Burlington Stores is getting out of the e-commerce business. American Eagle Outfitters to accelerate Aerie growth American Eagle Outfitters’ fourth-quarter sales and earnings beat analysts’ estimates fueled by strong demand for its Aerie intimates brand. Urban Outfitters has disappointing Q4 with earnings, sales misses Urban Outfitters set a record with Q4 sales, but still fell short of Wall Street expectations. Troubled specialty apparel retailer J. Jill shifts to loss in Q4 Despite improved inventory levels, J. Jill still had a difficult Q4 2019. Ross Stores sales, earnings beat Street; to continue aggressive expansion Ross Stores reported a strong fourth quarter with earnings well above analysts’ estimates. Dollar Tree Q4 earnings beat Street; to renovate 1,250 stores Dollar Tree reported fourth-quarter earnings that topped expectations as the discounter continues to upgrade its Family Dollar portfolio and launches a new initiative. Analysis: A&F remains on the right trajectory amid brand reinvention Unlike many apparel retailers, Abercrombie & Fitch bucked the negative trends in its final quarter and produced a solid set of results. IHL looks at coronavirus impact on retailers’ IT spending While coronavirus-related declines in consumer traffic will impact retailers’ IT spending, IHL Group also sees some positive trends. First Previous 399 400 401 402 403 Next Last
