Toy sales up—and the industry has Toys ‘R’ Us to thankThe toy industry is having a comeback, boosted by the liquidation of the Toys “R” Us retail empire. Sears gives big boost to digital offeringsSears Holdings Corp. is adding an array of name brands and other products sold by third-party sellers to its website. Retail jobs up in July The latest jobs report underscores the tight job market within the retail industry. Starbucks jumps on cryptocurrency bandwagon A coffee giant’s new platform could help Bitcoin break through as a mainstream currency. Amazon reports a loss for its first month Down Under Despite visits from curious shoppers, Amazon’s Australian first month in business got off to a slow start. High-end brand puts innovative spin on appliance shopping at new flagship Miele, a premier appliance brand from Germany, has gone experiential with its first-ever “premium” mall location. GNC rewards CEO with new title Ken Martindale has been busy since he left the helm of Rite Aid to become CEO of GNC last September — and he just got an additional job at the specialty health-and-wellness retailer. New presidents named for Loft, Ann Taylor Ascena Retail Group has promoted insiders to presidents of the brands in its premium fashion segments. Kroger moves into Florida with shopping center purchase Kroger is getting in on the action in the Sunshine State, where competitor Publix Super Markets reigns supreme. Online home furnishings and decor brand to open store Yet another e-tailer has decided to try out the physical space. Hudson’s Bay Co. to open new pop-ups—with emphasis on local talent A department store giant is using pop-up stores to showcase a sampling of Canada’s budding fashion companies. Online no-brand retail upstart secures new funding to fuel growth An online retailer that sells no-name home staples — mostly at $3 a pop — is resonating with consumers and investors. First Previous 1130 1131 1132 1133 1134 Next Last
