Sears reportedly on brink of filing for bankruptcy as debt payment loomsSears Holdings Corp. is inching closer to filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. CVS gets preliminary OK from DOJ for acquisition of Aetna—with some conditionsA blockbuster deal that has the potential to transform the nation’s health care industry has been given the green light by the U.S. Department of Justice. DSW and Authentic Brands Group to acquire Camuto Group Footwear retailer DSW is expanding its portfolio. Costco Q4 profit surges; reports flaw in financial controls Costco Wholesale Corp.’s profit rose 13.5% in the fourth quarter, even as its online growth lost some steam. Mattress Firm files for Chapter 11, closing up to 700 stores Declining sales, over-expansion and competition from online disruptors have finally caught up with Mattress Firm. Pier I loss widens in Q2 A struggling Pier 1 Imports Inc. reported disappointing second quarter results amid a sharp decline in same-store sales. Walgreens takes minority stake in online beauty retailer Walgreens Boots Alliance is looking to give its beauty department a high-end, experiential makeover by partnering with an innovative makeup upstart. Consumer holiday spending to climb 4.5%; promotions will be key A new holiday forecast offers more good news for retailers. Interbrand: The most valuable global brand is… Five U.S. companies took the top spots in a ranking of the world’s top 100 brands based on their value. AlixPartners: More shoppers to seek out brick-and-mortar stores this holiday season Retailers should expect holiday shoppers to integrate their online and in-store activities more than ever this upcoming season. First Previous 469 470 471 472 473 Next Last