Report: Walmart creates integrated supply chain executive teamWalmart is reportedly creating a more omnichannel-friendly leadership structure. Etsy acquires online music gear marketplaceEtsy is creating a presence for itself in a new vertical. Customer Growth Partners: Back-to-school poised for best growth since 2011 American consumers are ramping up their spending, just in time for the critical back-to-school season. Reuters: Penny hires advisors to explore debt restructuring options J.C. Penney is looking for help before its debt, which totals about $4 billion, comes due in the next few years, reported Reuters. All Dressbarn stores will go dark by yearend Dressbarn is gradually exiting from the U.S. retail marketplace. Retail sales rise in June, beating expectations Consumer spending accelerated in June as retail sales rose in nearly all sectors. Barneys reportedly exploring bankruptcy filing High rent may be taking a toll on Barneys New York. Back-to-school spending to fall from last year Back-to-school spending is set to rise per household but fall overall as the number of students in school and college declines. Rent-A-Center buys online competitor Rent-A-Center has made a move to increase its share of the $20 billion-plus virtual rent-to-own market. Fred’s closing more stores Fred’s Inc.’s store footprint keeps shrinking. First Previous 408 409 410 411 412 Next Last
