Asos Names Law Roach ‘Stylist in Residence’
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
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News & Analysis
The Incredible Shrinking Sears
"How a financial wizard took over a giant of American retailing, and presided over its epic decline."
The Incredible Shrinking Sears
"How a financial wizard took over a giant of American retailing, and presided over its epic decline."
Retail
4 Things American Department Stores Must Do to Survive
Drastic action must now be taken if US department stores are to avoid perishing at the hands of shifting consumer culture.
4 Things American Department Stores Must Do to Survive
Drastic action must now be taken if US department stores are to avoid perishing at the hands of shifting consumer culture.
Retail
J.C. Penney Stocks Plummet in Latest Blow to Department Store Sector
The retailer plans to shutter 140 underperforming stores, as shares drop 17 percent following second quarter results.
J.C. Penney Stocks Plummet in Latest Blow to Department Store Sector
The retailer plans to shutter 140 underperforming stores, as shares drop 17 percent following second quarter results.
Retail
Nordstrom Gains After Surprise Sales Growth Reassures Investors
The retailer's 1.7 percent sales growth, exceeding the 0.5 percent predicted by Wall Street, has renewed hope in the department-store model.
Nordstrom Gains After Surprise Sales Growth Reassures Investors
The retailer's 1.7 percent sales growth, exceeding the 0.5 percent predicted by Wall Street, has renewed hope in the department-store model.
Retail
Macy's, Kohl's Renew Fears of Department Store Slump
Shares of both retailers declined on Thursday after the quarterly results failed to assure investors that a comeback was taking hold.
Macy's, Kohl's Renew Fears of Department Store Slump
Shares of both retailers declined on Thursday after the quarterly results failed to assure investors that a comeback was taking hold.
Retail
Op-Ed | Ralph Lauren's Department Store Dilemma
Even as Ralph Lauren wants to send less merchandise to department stores, it still needs them to be healthy businesses.
Op-Ed | Ralph Lauren's Department Store Dilemma
Even as Ralph Lauren wants to send less merchandise to department stores, it still needs them to be healthy businesses.
Retail
Activist Investor Calls for Hudson's Bay to Sell Saks, Go Private
Land & Buildings Investment Management said it may call for new directors at Hudson’s Bay Co. if the company ignores its suggestions for unlocking value.
Activist Investor Calls for Hudson's Bay to Sell Saks, Go Private
Land & Buildings Investment Management said it may call for new directors at Hudson’s Bay Co. if the company ignores its suggestions for unlocking value.
Retail
Report: Nordstrom Family Offers Preferential Terms to Clinch Buyout Partner
The family's decision to offer concessions underscores the apprehension of investors over leveraged buyouts of department store chains like peer Neiman Marcus Group.
Report: Nordstrom Family Offers Preferential Terms to Clinch Buyout Partner
The family's decision to offer concessions underscores the apprehension of investors over leveraged buyouts of department store chains like peer Neiman Marcus Group.
Retail
Sears Jumps After Deal to Sell Appliances on Amazon
In addition to offering Kenmore products on Amazon, Sears will integrate its smart appliances with Alexa, so air conditioners and other devices will respond to voice commands.
Sears Jumps After Deal to Sell Appliances on Amazon
In addition to offering Kenmore products on Amazon, Sears will integrate its smart appliances with Alexa, so air conditioners and other devices will respond to voice commands.
Retail
US Retail Mall Vacancies Edge Up in Second Quarter
The national retail vacancy rate rose to 10 percent in the second quarter from 9.9 percent in the first quarter, according to a report by real estate research firm Reis Inc.
US Retail Mall Vacancies Edge Up in Second Quarter
The national retail vacancy rate rose to 10 percent in the second quarter from 9.9 percent in the first quarter, according to a report by real estate research firm Reis Inc.
Retail
Why America's Retailers Are Tapping Into Wellness For Growth
As retailers struggle to draw in shoppers who have migrated online, stores are seizing on one of the few bright spots in the industry — fitness and wellness — in hopes of engaging consumers.
Why America's Retailers Are Tapping Into Wellness For Growth
As retailers struggle to draw in shoppers who have migrated online, stores are seizing on one of the few bright spots in the industry — fitness and wellness — in hopes of engaging consumers.
Retail
Sears' Canadian Arm Heads to Court to Execute Restructuring
Sears Canada, the struggling offshoot of Sears Holdings, said it was seeking court protection from creditors in Ontario to carry out a restructuring plan.
Sears' Canadian Arm Heads to Court to Execute Restructuring
Sears Canada, the struggling offshoot of Sears Holdings, said it was seeking court protection from creditors in Ontario to carry out a restructuring plan.
The News in Brief
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’
Luxury Perfume Line Roja London Acquired by Extravaganza Beauty
Master perfumer and founder Roja Dove will remain with the brand in a new consultancy role.
UK Retail Sales Bounce Back With 0.5% Gain in August
Warm weather and a brighter national mood helped lift spending on clothing and household goods despite rising energy bills.
EssilorLuxottica Gets Rare Sell Call Amid Stock Slump, AI Glasses Concerns
Shares in the eyewear giant, one of Europe's best-rated blue chips, have dropped 55 percent since November, while concerns are mounting over slowing growth and privacy issues for its AI glasses with Meta.
Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.