Retailers rushing to beat tariffsImports at the nation’s major retail container ports have set a new record, reaching 2 million containers in a single month for the first time as retailers rush to bring merchandise into the country ahead of a now-postponed increase in tariffs on goods from China. Big Lots swings to loss amid higher expense; expects ‘challenging’ holiday resultsBig Lots reported a wider-than-expected third quarter loss and lowered its earnings guidance for the holiday period and full year. Ulta Beauty Q3 sales, earnings up; to ‘moderate’ store growth Ulta Beauty’s winning streak continued in the third quarter as it continues to open stores at a rapid clip. At Home store expansion on track amid 19th straight quarter of comp growth At Home reiterated its commitment to building out its store portfolio amid strong sales growth in its third quarter. Retail jobs accounted for 12% of November’s overall job growth Retail companies — led by the general merchandise segment — gave a big boost to job market in November. Sears chairman Eddie Lampert submits bid to buy bankrupt chain The drawn-out saga of embattled Sears Holdings Corp. may have entered its final chapter. Kroger—and entire U.S. grocery sector—hurtling towards a ‘day of reckoning’ We have mixed views about Kroger and this latest set of numbers does very little to change our position. Neiman Marcus racks up fifth straight quarter of same-store sales gains Neiman Marcus Group LTD reported a wider third quarter loss as its debt continues to take a toll on the company’s earnings. Measure to ban cashless stores advances in New Jersey Some lawmakers in New Jersey want to ban stores that refuse to accept cash. Kroger Q3 profit falls The Kroger Co.’s income fell in the third quarter as it continues to invest in online and offline initiatives to shore up — and transform — its business. First Previous 616 617 618 619 620 Next Last
