Amazon pilots label to promote apparel/footwear best-sellersAmazon is reportedly facing criticism for its test of a “top brand” designation for certain products on its site. Dillard’s Q2 loss widens; to close three storesDepartment stores woes continued as Dillard’s posted a much wider second-quarter loss than expected. Online retailer Boxed expands offerings in partnership with off-price retailer Boxed is venturing into designer territory. Tech Viewpoint: Technology conference promotions–good, bad and entertaining More than two decades of attending technology conferences has resulted in a lot of memorable promotional performances and interactions. Study: Over 75% of apparel, footwear will still be hit with tariffs Sept. 1 An industry group wants to set the record straight about the tariff delay supposed to protect American consumers during the holiday shopping season. Particl bases online retail marketplace on cryptocurrency The new e-tail platform does not require personal user information. Consumers grow wary as sentiment falls amid trade concerns Consumer sentiment declined in early August to its lowest level since the start of the year. Banana Republic hops on board the latest retail trend Banana Republic has joined the growing ranks of retail companies that are letting consumers rent apparel. Starbucks ups local renewable energy commitment Starbucks Corp. is sourcing more of its green energy locally. Analysis: Walmart remains a retail winner with good news on top and bottom line This time last year, amid a mini-consumer boom, Walmart posted comparable sales growth of 4.5% in the U.S. Walmart beats Street, ups outlook amid higher U.S. sales, online grocery growth Walmart posted its 20th consecutive quarter of U.S. sales gains in its second quarter, along with a top and bottom line that topped analysts’ expectations. J.C. Penney narrows loss but sales fall; opening in-store resale shops J.C. Penney on Thursday reported mixed results for its second quarter, cutting its loss by more than half even as its sales continued to erode. First Previous 724 725 726 727 728 Next Last