FINANCE

Gap, Inc. maintained momentum during during its second quarter with better-than-expected earnings and revenue, led by another strong performance at Old Navy.

American Eagle Outfitters reported a mixed quarter with profit that topped Street estimates but sales that came up short.

A shorter season, Chinese shopping apps and a value-seeking shopper will make for softer growth this holiday season.

Dollar General reported disappointing second-quarter earnings, revenue and same-store sales and slashed its full-year outlook as its core customers continue to cut back discretionary spending.

Nordstrom posted better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and rising sales but issued cautious guidance going forward.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. delivered another strong quarter with broad-based growth across its brands, regions and channels.

More changes are afoot at Foot Locker, from moving its headquarters to shuttering stores and streamlining operations in some international markets.

Kohl’s Corp.’s turnaround strategy is still a work in progress.