FINANCE

The parent company of Journeys, Johnston & Murphy and Schuh ended its fiscal year on an upbeat note, notching its sixth consecutive quarter of positive comparable sales growth.

Gap Inc. reported fourth-quarter sales gains across its three biggest brands — led by its revitalized namesake banner — and its eighth consecutive quarter of same-store sales growth.

Victoria’s Secret & Co. showed growing momentum in its fourth quarter with better-than-expected earnings and sales.

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. reported a strong fourth quarter driven by skyrocketing same-store sales at its Aerie division.

Bath & Body Works reported fourth-quarter results as it works to transform itself from a specialty retailer to a “premier global brand.”

Abercrombie & Fitch maintained its momentum in the fourth quarter fueled by another strong performance from Hollister, and marked its 13th consecutive quarter of growth.

Dockers is under new ownership.

Automation is quickly growing in retail, hospitality and healthcare – except perhaps in one aspect.