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GameStop exec joins hardware retailer
Ace Hardware Corp. has a new head of retail ops.
Target unveils three new brands aimed at up-and-coming generation
Target Corp. has Gen Z — expected to become the largest consumer segment during the next few years — in its sights.

Williams-Sonoma surges, led by online and West Elm

Williams-Sonoma easily beat Street estimates in its first quarter amid a healthy increase in e-commerce sales and another strong performance by its West Elm brand.
Analysis: Best Buy in strong competitive position

Today's robust results from Best Buy serve as a reminder that with focus and effort it is possible for any retailer to succeed against Amazon and other online players.
Best Buy shines as Q1 sales jump

Best Buy ran strong out of the gate in its first quarter, particularly in its brick-and-mortar channel, as the company’s turnaround continues to impress.
Study: ‘Seamless shopping’ is still a pipe dream

Retailers know it is critical for shopping experiences to be seamless and frictionless, yet these experiences are still few and far between.
Kroger’s newest acquisition is a fast-growing meal kit company

Meal kits are heating up the grocery wars, both in store and online.
Activist upset at Destination Maternity—new board to be dominated by women

Destination Maternity has a new board—and a new interim CEO.
Ralph Lauren sales, profit beat expectations as turnaround gains ground

Ralph Lauren reported better-than-expected results for its fourth quarter amid the company’s ongoing shift to reduce its department store distribution and sell more products at full-price.
Walmart nears an important hiring goal

Walmart has nearly reached its goal of hiring 250,000 veterans by 2020.
Urban Outfitters lets customers ‘buy-now, pay-later’

Urban Outfitters is giving its customers a new way to pay for their online orders.
Sephora to offer in-store makeup classes for transgender community

Sephora announced a new initiative targeted to transgender customers.