Dollar General Q4 earnings, sales rise; to open 1,050 storesDollar General Corp. reported a “modest decrease” in customer traffic as customers reigned in discretionary spending. Construction materials prices up 0.4% in FebruaryWhile natural gas prices were down significantly in February, the prices of most other construction-related commodities increased. Simon closes on a new $5 billion credit facility The nation’s largest owner-operator of malls has extended its financial flexibility with new financing. Zara to open more U.S. stores on heels of record year Inditex, parent company of Zara, reported a record year as shoppers returned in full force to its stores. NewMark Merrill names VP of people operations Lisa Polis takes over staffing and team development at one of California’s largest operators of open-air centers. Nordstrom Rack to open two new stores Nordstrom is expanding its off-price store concept in two states. The return of the downtown office worker? Urban retail districts saw a sharp rise in daytime traffic in February, says a new report. H-E-B, Scheels among eight regional powerhouses dominating their markets A new study highlights eight retail and restaurant regional powerhouses that are making a mark on their region. REI to expand in Florida REI Co-op is expanding its footprint in the Sunshine State. Walmart to invest $1.5 billion in Mexico, Central American operations Walmex, Walmart Inc.’s Mexico and Central America business unit, is investing to upgrade its stores, supply chain and technology. First Previous 270 271 272 273 274 Next Last