Amazon reportedly plans major change to China businessAmazon will reportedly scale back its retail presence in China this summer. Westfield exec joins RCS as managing directorEd Coury, who amassed decades of experience on both the landlord and tenant side of lease negotiations, has been named managing director of RCS Real Estate Advisors. Fred’s to close 159 stores; hires advisory firm Fred’s Inc. is shuttering nearly 30% of its store fleet as part of its plan to turn around its ailing business. Food Lion in $40 million remodel program Food Lion is updating its stores in the Charlottesville/Harrisonburg, Virginia area. Specialty retailer looks to cut costs via lease restructuring Christoper & Banks is taking a deep dive into its store portfolio. Expert Opinion: Two new strategies to deal with supply chain volatility The trade war is the most significant issue facing global supply chains. Mattress Firm CEO steps down The nation’s largest mattress retailer has lost its veteran leader less than five months after the chain emerged from bankruptcy. Study reveals how consumers plan to use — or not use — their tax refunds Consumers don’t plan to do much shopping with their 2018 tax refunds. REI touts record year; expanding rentals, pre-used gear sales REI is doubling down on rentals as it builds upon its longstanding commitment to making the outdoors more accessible and sustainable. It also is opening more stores. Pinterest sets IPO price range Investors now have a good idea of Pinterest’s opening stock price. Activist investor drops Dollar Tree challenge A planned proxy fight at Dollar Tree has been called off. Expert: Heavy debt drives retail failures Excessive debt continues to be an underappreciated factor in the demise of many retail chains. First Previous 484 485 486 487 488 Next Last
