Mother’s Day spending to soar with highest per person spend on recordIn good news for retailers, consumers are expected to go all out for Mother’s Day this year. Consumer confidence falls to nine-month low amid job, recession concernsConsumer confidence declined in April as consumers grew more pessimistic regarding the outlook for jobs and the economy even as they grew more confident about current conditions. Bed Bath & Beyond files Chapter 11 with plans to liquidate unless ... Bed Bath & Beyond has run out of time. Subway maintains sales, store growth momentum; to remodel 3,600 sites Subway reported its ninth consecutive quarter of positive sales as its turnaround continues to take hold. Authentic Brands Group in deal with fashion retailer Vince Authentic Brands Group continues to dive deeper into fashion. How concerned are shoppers about inflation? A new survey may provide some good news for retailers regarding consumer attitudes toward inflation. C-store chain Kum & Go acquired by Maverik A family-owned convenience store chain that was founded 63 years ago is being acquired. Walmart sells plus-size Eloquii as it continues to shed DTC brands Walmart’s selling spree continues. Rite Aid posts bigger-than-expected Q4 loss; still looking for CEO Rite Aid narrowed its loss in the fourth quarter as its sales rose, helped by a rise in front-end sales. Study: Consumer optimism, spending, travel plans up despite recession concerns Consumers are feeling more optimistic these days and it’s reflected in their spending and vacation plans. First Previous 85 86 87 88 89 Next Last