FINANCE

Ascena Retail Group’s profit rose in its first quarter as the retailer said it is encouraged by “winds” in the business.

The U.S. tariffs imposed on China have already cost the average American household $600 per year.

GameStop Corp. got no relief in its third quarter with sales and earnings that fell well short of analysts’ expectations. Same-store sales plunged 23.2%.

Designer Brands Inc. the owner of DSW and other footwear banners, reported third-quarter profit that missed expectations and cut its guidance. 

Ulta Beauty reported better-than-expected earnings for its third quarter even as its sales fell short of estimates amid ongoing weakness in a core category.

Big Lots beat analysts’ expectations in its third-quarter and sounded an optimistic note about the coming year.

RTW Retailwinds is closing some stores as it continues to “actively evaluate” its store portfolio.

Express managed to beat Street estimates for its top and bottom line as the company continues its turnaround efforts.