By suing the Trump administration for its tariff policies, the Big Boxer has once again taken on a leadership role in the retail business. It’s
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Trees, Trees, Whose Got the Trees?
As reports come in that the Black Friday weekend wasn’t as bad as some (including yours truly) had predicted, now we could have a different
Retailers Coming Down the Home Stretch
The holiday selling season may not be quite the make-or-break period for home furnishings retailers as it is for apparel, beauty and toy sellers but
DIY Doppelgangers Point the Way
Home Depot and Lowe’s just reported their latest quarterly numbers and they continue to show a lackluster marketplace for the home improvement and remodeling sector.
Walmart: New Boss Same as the Old Boss?
The changing of the guard at the world’s largest retailer is pretty clear on what incoming CEO John Furner needs to do. Much less certain
Home for the Holidays? Not So Much
Holiday retail sales are projected to top the $1 trillion level this year, which is a big deal. But less of a big deal is