Fitz Frames brings kids’ glasses fitting to the phoneA customized eyewear app is applying augmented reality (AR) to the process of selecting frames for kids. Urban Outfitters in mixed Q2; Free People continues to shineUrban Outfitters’ second-quarter earnings topped analysts’ estimates but its revenue fell short amid comp declines at its namesake and Anthropologie divisions. Traffic at Lowe’s and Home Depot rose more than 35% in Q2 If heavy shopping at D-I-Y stores is still an indicator of a strong economy, prognosticators of a downturn may want to re-adjust their predictions. Analysis: TJX needs to work harder to fend off rivals and inspire consumers TJX has produced a good set of second-quarter numbers with solid growth across most divisions. Walmart chief marketer to leave; former Target exec to fill in on interim basis Walmart U.S. is on the hunt for a new chief marketing officer. TJX Cos. Q2 sales disappoint TJX Cos. reported total revenue and comp sales that missed analysts estimates amid increased competition in the off-price sector. Blue Nile names CEO Blue Nile has replaced its interim chief executive with a permanent one. Barnes & Noble tops list of 10 most reputable U.S. retailers The nation’s largest bookseller may be struggling financially, but it’s tops when it comes to making an emotional connection with consumers. Analysis: Kohl’s going through ‘soft’ periods, but still has a lot going for it Given that this is now the third consecutive quarter in which revenues have fallen and the second in which comparable sales have dipped, there can be no doubt that Kohl’s has been blown off course. Brooks Running Co. speeds up online delivery Brooks Running Co. is entering the same-day delivery race. First Previous 932 933 934 935 936 Next Last
