Retail jobs up by 11,000 in JanuaryApparel and accessories stores led the industry in hiring in January. Christopher & Banks taps veteran Target exec as CEOChristopher & Banks Corp. has ended its year-long search for a CEO, appointing a retail veteran to the position. Bon-Ton reportedly set to file for bankruptcy The Bon-Ton Stores has inched closer to filing for bankruptcy protection. Cracker Barrel expands into new territory Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is opening its first California location. Sears gets more financing from Eddie Lampert ESL Investments, the fund of Sears Holding Corp. chairman and CEO Eddie Lampert has come to the retailer’s aid again. Amazon’s new patents could improve warehouse accuracy Amazon’s newest patents bank on the power of touch to drive more efficiency in warehouse operations. BDO: Retail execs bullish on tax reform; expect ‘moderate’ sales increase in 2018 Retailers’ expectations for the year ahead are moderate, with c-suite executives forecasting a 3.2% increase in total sales for 2018. Report: Job cuts at Sears Sears Holdings has trimmed its corporate workforce. Bon-Ton details store closing locations The Bon-Ton Stores is moving ahead with its plans to reduce its store footprint. Bon-Ton details turnaround plan The Bon-Ton Stores is hoping to improve its flagging business with a two-year, four-part turnaround plan. CSA opens nominations for ‘10 under 40’ retail real estate stars Chain Store Age has launched its annual search for 10 future leaders in real estate whom we dub “retail stars.” Amazon is creating a health care company—with two big-name partners Amazon is teaming up with two influential companies to try to improve a system that others have tried and failed to change over the years. First Previous 299 300 301 302 303 Next Last
