FINANCE

Retail sales grew for the sixth month in a row in October, but the pace of growth slowed ahead of the presidential election, rising COVID-19 cases and the lack of a second stimulus.

Walmart Inc. reported another strong quarter as its e-commerce sales continued to soar amid the pandemic. 

Kohl’s Corp. swung to a loss in its third quarter as the pandemic continues to impact sales but the retailer still managed to top its own expectations amid online growth.

The Home Depot reported a strong quarter as it continues to benefit from consumers’ increased spending on home improvement projects amid the pandemic.

Online retailer Herbstrong is leveraging technology, strategy and common sense to navigate the unique complexities of the CBD product market.

Walmart is strategically reducing its stake in Seiyu while pledging to support the Japanese grocer’s omnichannel transformation.

Guitar Center plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection by the end of the year.

The Home Depot will acquire HD Supply Holdings, a national distributor of maintenance, repair and operations products in the multifamily and hospitality end markets.