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Ulta Beauty Q3 earnings, sales top Street; raises full-year outlook

Ulta Beauty reported better-than-expected earnings and sales for its third quarter but warned of a still-challenging environment.
Lululemon reports solid Q3 fueled by strong international growth

Lululemon Athletica Inc. reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and revenue and raised its guidance as surging sales overseas made up for weaker results at home, where comp sales fell 2%.
EXCLUSIVE: Amazon drives successful Black Friday week for retail

A strategic promotional move by Amazon helped produce significant overall growth during the Black Friday – Cyber Monday period.
Five Below taps Forever 21 leader as CEO; Q3 sales rise 14.7%, income drops

Five Below has ended its search for a chief executive.
Walmart introduces discount holiday meal for under $5 a person

Walmart Inc. is giving ham lovers a budget option for holiday entertaining.
Abercrombie inks franchise deal to enter India with stores, e-commerce sites

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is entering one of fastest growing markets in the world.
Foot Locker swings to Q3 loss; slashes guidance

Foot Locker reported disappointing third-quarter results for its top and bottom lines amid softening consumer trends and an “elevated” promotional environment.
Salesforce: Cyber Week digital sales reach $76 billion in U.S.

Cyber Week (the five days between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday) proved to be an e-commerce bonanza.

Taylor Swift generates $7 billion in retail impact during 'Eras' tour