Bed Bath & Beyond to refresh 160 stores in time for holiday; to announce new CEO soonBed Bath & Beyond detailed several short- and long-term initiatives as part of ongoing efforts to transform its namesake brand. First Look: Nordstrom’s store strategy goes ‘local’ in New YorkNordstrom’s inventory-free, service-driven and small-sized retail format has made its Big Apple debut. More layoffs, store closings reportedly coming at Sears The revival of Sears and Kmart is not looking all that promising. The Future of Retail Metrics: Traditional benchmarks no longer give full picture The retail industry at times seems to revolve entirely around the release of annual and quarterly reports. Lululemon Athletica’s beats Street; same-store sales up 15% Lululemon Athletica Inc. turned in a strong second-quarter performance, with revenue and earnings above expectations. CEO of Coach parent Tapestry out; temporary replacement named There’s been an abrupt changing of the guard at Tapestry Inc. Analysis: American Eagle Outfitters navigates challenges well At headline level, American Eagle Outfitters’ net revenue continues to grow at pace. American Eagle Outfitters’ Q2 beats Street amid strong Aerie sales American Eagle Outfitters Inc. topped analysts’ estimates as its intimates brand Aerie marked its 19th consecutive quarter of double-digit growth. AmazonFresh expands to the heartland A major Midwestern city is the latest new market for Amazon’s ultrafast delivery of fresh product. Michaels crafts a winning quarter as sales, earnings top expectations The Michaels Cos. topped Wall Street estimates for its second quarter and offered positive guidance. Amazon reportedly testing new biometric payment method Amazon is reportedly testing recognition of a body part other than the face for payment verification. Neiman Marcus taps Ralph Lauren exec as chief merchant A veteran fashion executive is filling a gap in Neiman Marcus Group’s leadership team. First Previous 714 715 716 717 718 Next Last