Report: Key indicators point to positive holiday season for retailersA combination of factors are expected to boost U.S. holiday sales this year. Technology leaders tops most valuable U.S. brands studyFive technology companies took the top five spots in a new ranking of the most valuable brands. A surging Home Depot Q3 beats Street; raises full-year outlook Repairs resulting from hurricanes and other natural disasters helped Home Depot beat estimates in its third quarter, and also caused the retailer to raise its outlook for the year. Blockbuster mall deal: General Growth Properties receives $14.8 billion bid Brookfield Property Partners has bid $14.8 billion bid to acquire all the remaining shares in General Growth Properties that it currently doesn't own. Party City's Q3 hit with hurricanes and Web performance issues Party City reported third quarter profit in line with expectations even as its sales fell short due to Web problems and the impact of hurricanes. Study: BOPIS usage tops holiday shopping lists this year If retailers want to maximize in-store foot traffic this holiday season, they must focus on buy online pickup in-store (BOPIS) services. Most Americans plan to shop on Black Friday Black Friday hasn't lost its clout. Drexler: Walmart should have bought J.Crew Retail veteran Mickey Drexler, the former CEO and current chairman of J.Crew Group, has never been afraid to speak his mind. Report: Gift cards have big upside for retailers Retailers stand to benefit from gift card sales beyond the initial purchase. Target closing 12 underperforming stores Even as it continues to expand, Target Corp. keeps its eye on stores that aren't living up to its expectations. First Previous 316 317 318 319 320 Next Last
