Corporate Governance

J.C. Penney still on hunt for CFO; names Walmart vet as temporary replacement
J.C. Penney Company has named its second interim chief financial officer in a month.
Here’s how NYC’s Hudson Yards plans to spur shopper spending
As Manhattan’s newest mega-neighborhood inches closer to its promised grand opening, the destination has made a new move to attract visitors.

Benefits more important than ever to retail job seekers

A new report sheds light on how retailers can fill open positions in today’s tight labor market.
Walmart ground lease sells for $37.5 million

Good retail space still commands a premium price, especially if that space holds a tenant named Walmart and is eight miles from Manhattan.
Video game retailer tunes in ‘GameStop TV’

GameStop is giving its customers a new reason to stop by and hang out.
Barnes & Noble reveals details on why it fired CEO

Barnes & Noble has taken the gloves off on its battle with former chief executive Demos Parneros.
Destination Maternity reducing headcount as part of restructuring

Destination Maternity Corp. is streamlining its product and sourcing teams as it strives to become a “leaner and more nimble” organization.
Amazon’s newest partner is a money-movement specialist

Amazon is giving shoppers in foreign countries who buy goods on its platform a new way to pay for the goods.
The trade war isn't putting a damper on Tapestry’s holiday season

The parent company of brands including Coach and Kate Spade New York isn't worried about being slapped too hard with tariffs during the holidays.
Drug store giant tests Prime-like membership program

CVS Pharmacy wants to give its loyalty members free delivery and discounts on private label merchandise, among other benefits — but not for free.
Panera’s investment in digital ordering is paying off in a big way

Panera is on its way to more than doubling last year’s digital sales — and hitting a new milestone.
The Container Store’s swings to profit in Q2, but earnings miss Street

Despite launching a merchandising campaign that missed the mark among customers, The Container Store still increased revenues and sales during the second quarter.