Predictions, Observations for 2018Expect returns from holiday 2017 to be a big challenge. Land’s End to unveil new store concept; launch brick-and-mortar expansionSpecialty apparel retailer Land’s End is doubling down on physical retail. Home furnishings giant to offer its first branded credit card Ikea Group will launch a co-branded rewards credit card, and also a private-label card that will provide financing options for major home projects. Hudson’s Bay looks to energize Gilt, Off 5th with new leader Hudson’s Bay Co. has broadened the role of one of its key executives. ICSC: Holiday recap The average spend on gifts and other holiday-related items was $841.50 this season, compared to $711 last year. Circuit City plots retail comeback—online and brick-and-mortar Circuit City has revealed its relaunch plans. Target joins the party with strong holiday gains; raises full-year forecast Target Corp. has joined the ranks of Macy’s, J.C. Penney, Kohl’s and other retailers in reporting robust holiday sales. Kohl’s lifts outlook on strong holiday performance Kohl’s Corp. has joined rivals Macy’s and J.C. Penney in reporting surprisingly robust holiday sales. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Health care, swipe fees and scheduling in the spotlight Trade issues to move to the forefront in 2018, according to a weekly review of retail-related developments in Washington. Changing of the guard at Nordstrom Rack It’s a homecoming of sorts for the new president of Nordstrom Rack. First Previous 1242 1243 1244 1245 1246 Next Last
