Ralph Lauren Corp.'s effort to streamline and restructure its business, which includes cutting back its exposure in department stores and reducing shipments to off-price channels, is beginning to pay off.
Major corporate brands continue to announce new and more robust paid leave policies, according to weekly recap of retail-related legislative developments.
Off-price chains, which lure customers away from department stores with prices up to 70% lower than traditional retail, are one of a few bright spots in a seemingly bleak retail environment.
