Recent Industry News
May 26th, 2009
Big-box retailers trying on smaller sizes
Despite the recession, some companies are testing novel concepts and scaled-down formats of their stores, figuring they are cheaper and may attract new customers.
May 22nd, 2009
Best Buy Expands Into Outdoor Living With Grills
The top U.S. consumer electronics retailer is selling patio furniture, fire pits, grills and outdoor heaters as it looks for ways to make up for secular sales declines in traditional products such as music CDs and movies.
April 15th, 2009
Warehouse Clubs Woo Small Businesses
Wal-mart-owned Sam's Club, Costco, and BJ's Wholesale Club are aggressively courting small-business owners these days. And it’s no surprise: Small-business growth is seen as inevitable as more laid-off workers start businesses.
March 12th, 2009
Retail Sales Beat Expectations Two Months in a Row, According to NRF
Beating analysts’ expectations for a second straight month, February retail sales showed surprising growth.