Blockbuster quarter prompts Alibaba to boost annual outlookAlibaba's strong financial performance showed no signs of slowing down in its second quarter as the Chinese Internet giant topped analyst estimates and raised its revenue outlook for the year. Holiday Forecast: Off-mall stores will see biggest growth in four yearsDefying stubborn department store and mall traffic weakness — and after an abysmal start to the retail year — consumers are loosening their purse strings, just in time for the critical holiday season. Home furnishings giant launches in-store pickup Williams Sonoma is stepping up its online delivery options. Adobe: Cyber Monday will be biggest online shopping day ever Online sales are expected to go through the roof on Cyber Monday, growing 16.5% over last year. Nation's largest mall to close on Thanksgiving, pay OT on Black Friday For the second year in a row, Mall of America is giving its employees off on Thanksgiving Day. It's also adding something new. Ann Taylor tries it hand at clothing rentals Ann Taylor is testing a new way to get more of its merchandise into its shoppers’ hands. Starbucks' holiday cups have a different spin this year In a sure sign that the holiday season is upon us, Starbucks Corp.'s seasonal cups have arrived in stores. eBay kicks off holidays with early deals eBay is putting a new twist on the notion of "last minute" shopping. Sears in promotional frenzy as holidays approach Sears is offering customers deep discounts as the holiday selling season starts to kick in. Study: Retailers investing in technology that shoppers not ready to embrace Retailers are increasing their technology budgets, but they may be investing in enhancements that shoppers don't want. At least not yet. First Previous 959 960 961 962 963 Next Last
