Strategy

Dick’s Sporting Goods’ decision to pull back on gun sales has turned into a boon for Sportsman’s Warehouse.

REI Co-op is going big on experiences and rentals.

Goat is providing a realistic mobile try-on experience with augmented reality.

Mobile-only stores aren’t right for every retailer, but a good format for Starbucks.

Costco Wholesale Corp. reported sales that missed the Street amid fierce competition to attract shoppers in the grocery space, but its earnings topped expectations. 

Macy’s holiday hiring is on pace with last year, but it’s increasing seasonal positions in a fast-growing area of its business.

New York-based Time Equities, Inc. has acquired Orchards Market Center in Vancouver, Wash., its seventh property in the region.  

Walmart will launch health-care pilots designed to provide easier and better care for its employees while also reducing its own costs.