Kroger’s Q2 earnings beat Street; digital sales surgeKroger Co. reported second-quarter earnings that beat expectations amid surging digital sales as its grocery delivery service continues to gain momentum. Tru Kids taps toy industry vet to head joint venture to open Toys ‘R’ Us storesPlans to revive the Toys “R” Us banner in the U.S. are gaining momentum with the appointment of a veteran from the bankrupt chain to lead the new initiative. Gap Inc. to grow Athleta, Janie & Jack globally via franchising Gap Inc. is expanding its already robust franchise business with the addition of two brands. RH tops Q2 estimates; to accelerate expansion The retailer formerly known as Restoration Hardware beat expectations for its second quarter as its expressed confidence in a strategy that is focused largely on experiential brick-and-mortar. Sembler Company names new CEO The Sembler Company has announced that the son of founder Mel Sembler will take the company helm beginning the first of next year. Fred’s liquidation moves forward Fred’s has been given the approval for an asset disposition specialist to advise on store closing sales at its remaining locations. Report: Tariffs taking toll on U.S. businesses, consumers — and labor market Tariffs cost American business and consumers $6.8 billion in July, the highest monthly total in U.S. history. Neighborhood Goods expanding; raises $11 million in funding Neighborhood Goods is expanding its department store of the future concept. Walmart taps former Amazon exec for new digital role Walmart has appointed an Amazon veteran to a newly-created position supervising its use of data and technology. Exec promises ‘evolution’ for Victoria’s Secret Changes are afoot at Victoria’s Secret. Founder — and China’s wealthiest man — steps down from his online empire Jack Ma has left Alibaba some 20 years after he founded the company, which ranks as the world’s largest e-commerce group. Fred’s to liquidate; closing all stores in 60 days Fred’s efforts to restructure and turnaround its business have failed. First Previous 1947 1948 1949 1950 1951 Next Last
