Retail sales rebound in OctoberA strong labor market that is boosting consumer spending helped retail sales make a comeback in October, sending a positive note to retailers as they head into the holiday shopping season. Sears gets a little more timeIt’s not over yet for Sears Holdings Corp. Analysis: Walmart on fire online; store refurbishments paying off This was the quarter in which Walmart started to lap tougher prior year comparatives. Macy’s Q3 earnings beat Street; raises forecast A resurgent Macy’s has high hopes for the fourth quarter. This is why online customers abandon their shopping carts Consumers are more apt not to go through with an e-commerce purchase if the retailer fails to provide experiences and services. Fraud attempts expected to rise this holiday season Consumers and merchants aren’t the only ones preparing for the busiest shopping season of the year. Apple is the most valuable U.S. brand Technology giants took the top spots in an annual ranking of the 100 most valuable brands in the United States. Amazon HQ boosts Kimco project in Arlington The old saying goes that real estate is all about location, but luck can be a big help, too. Discount stores big with teen holiday shoppers Teens may be digitally savvy, but when it comes to shopping they tend to favor traditional venues. Fraud heads list of retailers’ top payment-related challenges Retailers have gotten little in the way of relief since the switch three years ago to new chip-based credit and debit cards. First Previous 1072 1073 1074 1075 1076 Next Last