Mass Merchant

It’s no secret that a successful retail center of any kind in 2019 — be it an outdoor center or an enclosed mall — must re-jigger its mix to include a wide variety of food, beverage, and entertainment-based tenants.

Sometimes perception gets in the way of reality. Such is the case, I think, with the death of physical retail.

John Furner is taking the reins as president and CEO of Walmart U.S. effective Nov. 1.

Bed Bath & Beyond has ended its search for a new chief executive officer, appointing a 30-year, well-respected retail veteran to the position.

Target Corp. is losing the executive who overhauled its private-label business.

Hudson Group will take over all Brookstone brand operations in U.S. airports.

Dollar Tree Inc. intends to fill a lot of positions at its upcoming Nationwide Hiring Event.

Fast-fashion retailer Rue21 is taking an intelligent approach to managing its leasing obligations.