Data & Analytics

J.C. Penney on Thursday withdrew its annual earning forecast on the heels of a weak third quarter that saw sales tumble 5.8%, missing analysts’ estimates.

This was the quarter in which Walmart started to lap tougher prior year comparatives.

A strong economy and surging online sales combined to help Walmart top analysts’ earnings and raise its guidance for the full year as it enters its most crucial selling season.

Technology giants took the top spots in an annual ranking of the 100 most valuable brands in the United States.

Retailers have gotten little in the way of relief since the switch three years ago to new chip-based credit and debit cards.

Lamps Plus is jumping into same-day deliveries.

Consumers and merchants aren’t the only ones preparing for the busiest shopping season of the year.

Ikea’s commitment to sustainability will be reflected in its new San Antonio-area store.

Over half of shoppers will utilize physical retailers for the majority of their holiday shopping this year.

Consumers are more apt not to go through with an e-commerce purchase if the retailer fails to provide experiences and services.