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Japan Recruits Fashion Maven to Tell Women About National Debt

Hiromi Sogo has spent three decades telling Japanese women what to wear as the editor of a string of successful fashion titles. Her new task is to try to interest them in a drier topic: fiscal policy.

Japan Recruits Fashion Maven to Tell Women About National Debt

Hiromi Sogo has spent three decades telling Japanese women what to wear as the editor of a string of successful fashion titles. Her new task is to try to interest them in a drier topic: fiscal policy.


Alibaba in Talks with Several Banks for up to $4 Billion Loan

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd is in talks with several banks to borrow up to $4 billion to fund expansion plans, including acquisitions, according to people familiar with the matter.

Alibaba in Talks with Several Banks for up to $4 Billion Loan

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd is in talks with several banks to borrow up to $4 billion to fund expansion plans, including acquisitions, according to people familiar with the matter.


J.C. Penney's Quarterly Sales Rise Due to Higher Home, Sephora Sales

J.C. Penney Co Inc reported a better-than-expected quarterly revenue, helped by strong sales at it its Home, Sephora, Footwear and Handbags divisions.

J.C. Penney's Quarterly Sales Rise Due to Higher Home, Sephora Sales

J.C. Penney Co Inc reported a better-than-expected quarterly revenue, helped by strong sales at it its Home, Sephora, Footwear and Handbags divisions.


Gap Profit Forecast Trails Some Estimates Amid Turnaround Effort

Gap Inc. forecast profit this year that trailed some analysts’ estimates as the company tries to revive sales.

Gap Profit Forecast Trails Some Estimates Amid Turnaround Effort

Gap Inc. forecast profit this year that trailed some analysts’ estimates as the company tries to revive sales.


L Brands Beats Street 4Q Forecasts

L Brands Inc. on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter net income of $636 million. The results surpassed Wall Street expectations.

L Brands Beats Street 4Q Forecasts

L Brands Inc. on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter net income of $636 million. The results surpassed Wall Street expectations.


Target Trades Profit for Sales Growth in Holiday-Season Gambit

Target Corp. posted holiday sales growth that topped analysts’ estimates, boosted by a surge in online orders, though the retailer’s heavy reliance on discounts took a toll on profit during the season.

Target Trades Profit for Sales Growth in Holiday-Season Gambit

Target Corp. posted holiday sales growth that topped analysts’ estimates, boosted by a surge in online orders, though the retailer’s heavy reliance on discounts took a toll on profit during the season.


Hugo Boss Plunges as Retailer Cuts Profit Outlook on US, China

Hugo Boss AG’s shares plunged after saying its profit will decline by at least 10 percent this year due to weaker-than-expected sales in the US and China.

Hugo Boss Plunges as Retailer Cuts Profit Outlook on US, China

Hugo Boss AG’s shares plunged after saying its profit will decline by at least 10 percent this year due to weaker-than-expected sales in the US and China.


Macy's in Talks for Real Estate Deals, Sales Fall Less than Feared

Macy's Inc said quarterly sales at stores open at least a year fell less than it had expected and that it has started contacting potentially interested parties for partnerships or joint ventures for its flagship and mall-based properties.

Macy's in Talks for Real Estate Deals, Sales Fall Less than Feared

Macy's Inc said quarterly sales at stores open at least a year fell less than it had expected and that it has started contacting potentially interested parties for partnerships or joint ventures for its flagship and mall-based properties.


Macy’s Tops Estimates as Holiday Sales Fall Less Than Predicted

Macy’s Inc. posted fourth-quarter results that topped analysts’ estimates after sales declined less than projected.

Macy’s Tops Estimates as Holiday Sales Fall Less Than Predicted

Macy’s Inc. posted fourth-quarter results that topped analysts’ estimates after sales declined less than projected.


Fitbit Forecasts Sales Below Estimates on Slow Rollout of Models

Fitbit Inc. forecast revenue in the current quarter that fell short of analysts’ estimates, saying the global introduction of their newest watches may push sales later into the year.

Fitbit Forecasts Sales Below Estimates on Slow Rollout of Models

Fitbit Inc. forecast revenue in the current quarter that fell short of analysts’ estimates, saying the global introduction of their newest watches may push sales later into the year.


VF Corp. Falls After Fourth-Quarter Results Trail Estimates

VF Corp. slid in early trading after fourth-quarter profit and sales trailed analysts’ estimates, hurt by the sluggish consumer demand that’s taken a toll on retailers and apparel companies.

VF Corp. Falls After Fourth-Quarter Results Trail Estimates

VF Corp. slid in early trading after fourth-quarter profit and sales trailed analysts’ estimates, hurt by the sluggish consumer demand that’s taken a toll on retailers and apparel companies.


Wal-Mart Cuts Growth Forecast as Currency Hampers Overseas Sales

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. lowered its annual sales forecast after the strong dollar pulled down the value of overseas revenue.

Wal-Mart Cuts Growth Forecast as Currency Hampers Overseas Sales

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. lowered its annual sales forecast after the strong dollar pulled down the value of overseas revenue.