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Finish Line swings to profit ahead of merger but key sales metric falls

The Finish Line returned to profitability in its fourth quarter amid inventory and expense management, but same-store sales at its freestanding locations took a beating.
Report: Target, Big Lots and Aldi are just a few companies eyeing Toys ‘R’ Us properties

A handful of Toys “R” Us stores will go on the block this week — and they are generating attention among retailers and real estate firms, alike.
J.Crew to grow Madewell brand

J.Crew Group is looking to its Madewell division to make up for continuing slumping sales as its namesake division.
Lingerie e-tailer to open hundreds of stores

Adore Me is about to give Victoria’s Secret a run for its money.
Former VF Corp. exec returns to head up strategic projects

VF Corp. has a new leader in charge of accelerating brand growth across the company.
Report: H&M is feeling the fallout from an accumulation of unsold merchandise

Amid declining profits, H&M does have a surplus in one area — inventory.
Hudson’s Bay Co. swings to profit in Q4, but ‘not pleased’ with performance

Despite capitalizing on the value of its real estate portfolio and hitting its first profit in eight quarters, Hudson’s Bay Co. missed expectations for the fourth quarter.
Lululemon’s revenue climbs in Q4, beats analyst estimates

Strong sales online and internationally contributed to a strong fourth quarter for Lululemon.

Indochino is ready to play ball—in the Big Apple