Corporate Governance

Korn Ferry survey: Retail CEOs worried about upcoming pay disclosure ruling
The upcoming implementation of a new ruling by the Securities and Exchange Commission is causing concern among retail chief executives.
Murfreesboro power center changes hands
DLC has sold the Town Centre in Murfreesboro, Tenn. to St. Louis-based Integris Ventures, according to JLL, which brokered the deal on behalf of the seller.

Accenture: Retailers need to move away from cost sourcing obsession

As sourcing costs rise, fast-fashion retailers are struggling to stay competitive. But many are taking the wrong approach.
Walmart to pilot long-awaited truck from Tesla

The nation's largest retailer is set to be among the first companies to test Tesla's electric tractor trailer, the Tesla Semi.
Survey finds no let up in one of retailers' biggest threats

Nearly all retailers fell victim to organized retail crime during the past year. And the losses are mounting.
Analysis: Abercrombie still in transition, but starting to show signs of life
Hollister powers Abercrombie to better-than-expected Q3

Abercrombie & Fitch reported Q3 sales and earnings that beat Wall Street estimates amid signs that its turnaround is gaining traction.
Foot Locker makes strides as Q3 tops estimates

Foot Locker's quest to regain momentum got a boost in the third quarter as the chain reported better than expected revenue and earnings.
Five New Customer Experiences

Savvy retailers and restaurateurs aren’t standing by while digital players, delivery services, and marketplaces try to steal their market share.
Gap posts fourth straight quarter of comp-sales growth

Gap Inc. topped analysts’ estimates in the third quarter as its turnaround efforts appear to be paying off.
Ross Stores beats earnings, sales estimates in strong quarter; lifts outlook

Not even hurricanes could keep fast-growing Ross Stores down in the third quarter.
Home furnishings giant to buy 3-D imaging and augmented reality startup

Williams-Sonoma is buying a San Jose-based startup that specializes in replicating physical home furnishings and decor products in high-quality 3-D imagery that can be used on retail websites and apps.