Dillard’s picks up steam in Q1Another department store retailer has reported a positive first quarter. Penney’s Q1 sales disappoint; cuts profit outlookJ.C. Penney reported sales that missed analysts’ forecasts, blaming cooler than normal temperatures that took a bite out of demand for spring clothing. Walmart Q1 earnings, revenue beat Street; online sales surge 33% Walmart turned in a strong performance in its first quarter amid a rebound from disappointing online sales in its last quarter. Nordstrom Q1 profit beats analysts Nordstrom reported a 31% gain in first quarter net profit that topped Street expectations but its same-store sales disappointed. Insights: Kroger’s new partnership allows it to ‘leapfrog’ Walmart and Amazon The recently announced partnership with Kroger Co. and British online grocer Ocado illustrates a shift in online grocery retailing for both players. Analysis: Walmart not afraid to make ‘bold moves’ needed to maintain relevance Today's results are proof not only that Walmart is making gains in its day-to-day business, but that it is now a company firmly in the midst of a dramatic transition. Analysis: Biggest problems for J.C. Penney are relevance and profile There is no getting around the fact that today's results from JCP are inauspicious. Shakeup at Lidl U.S. A new person is poised to take charge of German discount grocer Lidl’s U.S. operations. Mattress Firm taps retail vet to head up merchandising The nation's largest specialty mattress retailer has tapped a retailer experienced in the business of sleep as chief merchandising officer. Macy’s blows past Q1 estimates, raises full-year outlook Coming out of a strong holiday season, Macy’s reported a stellar performance for its first quarter that easily topped Street estimates. First Previous 2421 2422 2423 2424 2425 Next Last
