May retail sales jumpConsumers were in a spending mood in May as sales rose more than expected amid a robust labor market. Chico’s FAS exec takes top role at Rue21Changes are afoot at teen apparel retailer Rue 21, which has appointed a new CEO, along with a new chief marketing office and CFO. Kroger to exit one of its markets Kroger Co. is saying farewell to Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. New tenant construction chief joins NRDC The man who directed construction for the first retail tenants at Westfield’s World Trade Center mall has joined National Realty & Development Corp. in a similar role. Whole Foods Market CEO: ‘I’m not afraid to get fired’ The CEO of Whole Foods Market isn’t afraid to challenge the grocer’s powerful parent company. Co-founder of Guess resigns amid $500,000 sexual harassment settlements The #MeToo movement and allegations of misbehavior has cost a legendary figure in fashion retailing his job. Gap names former Billabong, Eddie Bauer chief to head up namesake brand A three-time retail executive has joined the senior ranks at Gap Inc. Tesla pulls plug on Home Depot solar plan Tesla will reduce its workforce by 9% while selling renewable energy products through its own stores. Rent-A-Center gets increased acquisition offer An interested party has upped the ante for Rent-A-Center. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Insider’s review of retail-related legislative developments - June 11 A weekly recap of state and federal retail activity. First Previous 333 334 335 336 337 Next Last
