Financial News: Page 93


  • A bus stop with a bright blue sign that reads "57th Street and Broadway" sits across the street from a Nordstrom store.
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    Nordstrom debuts interactive livestreams

    In the last year, in response to the pandemic, the retailer launched virtual styling services and enabled shoppable social media.

    By March 17, 2021
  • Who's afraid of a $15 minimum wage?

    A recent bid to raise the federal wage floor failed, but the issue likely isn't going away. And some big names have already pushed their wages way past it. 

    By March 17, 2021
  • Tailored Brands' emergency loan gets court sign-off

    A minority group of shareholders scrutinized the terms of $75 million in financing just months after the retailer emerged from bankruptcy. 

    By Updated April 5, 2021
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    Walmart taps Brandon Maxwell to oversee Free Assembly, Scoop

    The retailer named the designer, who has worked with Lady Gaga and Michelle Obama, as creative director for some of its elevated private brands.

    By Maria Monteros • March 16, 2021
  • What would retailers do without the government's pandemic relief?

    The spending decline from January to February, even online, shows that the U.S. consumer is showing up only with financial assistance.

    By March 16, 2021
  • Dick's Sporting Goods launches VRST.
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    Dick's Sporting Goods launches men's apparel brand

    In recent earnings, the retailer pointed to its vertical brands as a large factor in its success as it introduces its VRST athletics line.

    By March 16, 2021
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    Toys R Us parent sells controlling stake to owner of Anne Klein, Joseph Abboud brands

    WHP Global is taking over management of the famous toy retail brand with an eye on global growth, not long after Tru Kids closed its only two U.S. stores.

    By March 15, 2021
  • Target Mondo Llama
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    Target launches first crafting label in a decade

    The retailer introduced Mondo Llama, its latest owned brand that features nearly 400 art supplies.

    By Maria Monteros • March 15, 2021
  • Loft to drop plus sizes

    The brand, now owned by private equity firm Sycamore Partners, faces a backlash on social media after it said it will limit its offer.

    By March 15, 2021
  • A light post sits just below the big red sign on Macy's flagship store.
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    Who's the 'department store' now?

    Big boxes, specialty stores and discounters have stolen share from department stores for years. Now some, most notably Target, are stealing their merchandising playbook too.

    By March 15, 2021
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    Ulta CEO Mary Dillon to step down after 8 years at the helm

    Dillon has overseen impressive growth at the beauty specialist over the years and will pass the role to President Dave Kimbell in June.

    By March 12, 2021
  • David's Bridal partners with Betsey Johnson on a shoe collection.
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    David's Bridal, Betsey Johnson partner on shoe collection

    The collection, which includes pumps as well as platform sneakers, is the latest offering from the retailer as it grows its products and tech experiences. 

    By March 12, 2021
  • Christopher & Banks CEO is out following brand's acquisition in Ch. 11

    Keri Jones resigned as the apparel seller gets a second life as a digital and television brand through a partnership with iMedia Brands. 

    By March 12, 2021
  • Puffy clouds and green trees frame a suburban department store building.
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    Lord & Taylor relaunches, online only

    The Saadia Group bought the 200-year-old department store and its owner, rental site Le Tote, for $12 million at an October bankruptcy auction.

    By Updated April 19, 2021
  • Former Art Van employees win $2M hardship fund from private equity firm

    Workers have been pushing for compensation from the liquidated retailer's former owner.

    By March 11, 2021
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    Activist group scales back Kohl's board slate, won't seek control

    The department store hit back, defending its board, accusing the investors of shortsightedness and painting their nominees as unqualified.

    By Updated March 11, 2021
  • NuOrder raises $45M
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    B2B e-commerce startup NuOrder raises $45M

    The startup intends to leverage the funding to support its growth and expansion within its target markets.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 11, 2021
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    Adidas aims for DTC to be 50% of sales by 2025

    A new four-year strategy is predicated on doubling e-commerce sales, building up an athleisure offering and refocusing on women, among other things.

    By March 11, 2021
  • Stadium Goods launches private label Stadium.
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    Stadium Goods debuts streetwear apparel line

    The retailer's capsule collection, Stadium, is launching as parent company Farfetch is on the rise.  

    By March 11, 2021
  • Express storefront at Easton Town Center in Columbus, Ohio.
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    Express upbeat about 2021 despite Q4 declines

    The retailer is testing smaller "Express Edit" concept stores as it, like its rivals, hopes for pent-up demand for apparel this year.

    By March 10, 2021
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    What is the new retail playbook in a post-pandemic world?

    Omnichannel, personalization, sustainability and other operating "imperatives" are more important than ever, according to a new report from RILA. 

    By March 10, 2021
  • The arms of a person wearing a striped shirt can be seen taking an envelope out of a box filled with clothes.
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    Stitch Fix swings to a loss as inventory piles up

    As the DTC player tweaks its model, it can't escape old-fashioned challenges in apparel and could lose out on pent-up demand as the pandemic wanes.

    By March 9, 2021
  • Nike's Nike by Eugene store concept
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    Nike names new head of North America

    Sarah Mensah will take over the role after Ann Hebert's departure, which followed a Bloomberg report about her son's sneaker business.

    By March 9, 2021
  • Vince names new CEO.
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    Vince names new CEO

    Jack Schwefel, who most recently was the chief executive at Cost Plus, is entering the company at a critical time for luxury apparel. 

    By March 9, 2021
  • Dick's sales spiked 10% last year, but the retailer warns of possible slowdown

    The year ahead could bring a cool-down as gyms reopen and competitors join the game.

    By March 9, 2021