Consumer Trends: Page 188


  • Tiffany & Co. remains a valuable investment despite a decade low earnings stretch

    Tiffany & Co. reports low earnings for the last four quarters, however the allure of the product has investors talking take-over citing it as a "trophy property." 

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013
  • Target gets fashionable when marketing groceries

    For 2013, Target has begun using posh models in high-fashion settings to promote groceries and everyday items.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013
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    How retailers are thinking about in-store experience

    Complementary shop-in-shops, age-appropriate experiences and integrated technology are just a few ways retailers are reworking stores to suit shoppers.

    By Retail Dive staff
  • 'Grey's Anatomy' star beats out Starbucks-Agrinurture to purchase Tully's Coffee

    Patrick Dempsey, out-muscled efforts by Starbucks and Agrinurture to purchase the chain after a judge said that the auction ruling was fair and without error.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013
  • JC Penney and Sears face uncertainty after a difficult retail season

    Forbes looks at what's at stake for the retail industry's elder brands in 2013.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 11, 2013
  • Best Buy sales stabilize as Schulze hopes for takeover success

    In the meantime, the company is slashing its free cash flow forecast for fiscal 2013.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 11, 2013
  • Investment Group acquires Supervalu stores for $3.3 billion

    Supervalu will keep Save-A-Lot, but its other stores will go to an investor group led by Cerberus Capital Management LP.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 11, 2013
  • Urban Outfitters shines in the last quarter

    Urban Outfitters, which operates Anthropologie, BHLDN, Free People and Terrain has reported a record  increase in sales for their last quarter across all of their brands.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 10, 2013
  • Walmart gets iPhone 5 with no contract and unlimited data this week

    The retail kingpin will bolster its Straight Talk wireless services with iPhone 5's and 4's starting at $45 dollars per month without contracts.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 10, 2013
  • Former Best Buy exec finds a new home with LivingSocial.com

    After leaving Best Buy in May, Barry Judge has signed on as LivingSocial.com's new chief marketing officer.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 10, 2013
  • Kmart hopes big-name celebrities will boost apparel sales

    Maroon 5's Adam Levine and Nicki Minaj are stepping in after Kmart's 3.8% sales decline.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 10, 2013
  • Almost half of smartphone users do mobile shopping research

    With the onslaught of the mobile web with consumers,  45% of consumers are researching products with their smartphones via the mobile web, but only 23% actually make purchases from their devices.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 9, 2013
  • Target vows to match Amazon prices year round

    The company takes aim at Amazon, Walmart, and Toys R Us. But what does the new strategy mean?

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 9, 2013
  • Who will fill Apple's retail void after Ron Johnson's departure?

    Here are a few candidates from major companies such as Burberry and Nike.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 9, 2013
  • Sears CEO to depart next month

    CEO Louis D'Ambrosio will step down in February, citing a family medical issue, and following a 1.8% decline in quarter-to-date sales.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013
  • GameStop aims high with Wii U launch, but falls short with holiday sales

    After touting a successful launch of the Wii U, GameStop is not reporting overall success for the holiday season.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013
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    eBay releases new apps after reorganizing its mobile group

    IPhone and iPad users are seeing numerous updates for eBay's mobile apps, reducing friction for buyers and sellers.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013
  • Sandy bring bankruptcy for retail company Big M

    Annie Sez, Mandee, and Afaze parent company, Big M Inc., has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013
  • Overstock.com begins offering free shipping with a minimum purchase

    Following the trend among other major online retailers, Overstock.com is now offering free shipping on orders of $50.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013
  • Report shows center store still excels in some areas

    Center store beat industry averages, while coffee and energy drinks saw increased sales.

    By Jan. 7, 2013
  • Complaints filed against Walmart by other retailers over price matching

    Best Buy and Toys R Us have filed complaints against Walmart, citing price comparison ads with allegedly inaccurate claims.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013
  • Banana Republic to offer a Hamptons-inspired summer line

    The store will partner with the Milly brand from designer Michelle Smith to go after a mix of sophistication and color.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013
  • Promising cheaper TVs, Chinese manufacturers push into U.S. markets

    Manufacturers such as TCL Corps are capitalizing on U.S. consumers' concerns about looks and features over country of origin.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013
  • 5 reasons clearance sales continue to be popular despite feeling less satisfaction by purchasing

    Consumers are drawn to popular January sales and clearances, but these deals may be costing retailers in the long run with products that aren't satisfying.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013
  • Wonder Bread may be purchased by major Mexican retailer, Grupo Bimbo

    Bankrupted Hostess brand  may be giving its bread  new life with a sale to major Mexican retailer, Grupo Bimpo

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013
  • Gap brand grows as it acquires Intermix

    Gap makes strides toward luxury purchasing the Intermix clothing line, marking its first major acquisition since 2008.

    By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 4, 2013