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And They’re Off: Black Friday Sales Strong
Most retailers are no doubt hoping that Black Friday will be indicative of the holiday shopping season overall. According to research firm ShopperTrak RTC, retail sales this past Friday were up 6%
Guitar Center Buys The Woodwind & the Brasswind
The $365.1 million direct division of Westlake Village, CA-based Guitar Center
Lowe’s Debuts Catalog
Home improvement retailer Lowe’s has mailed its first-ever catalog. The Mooresville, NC-based company is using the book to help introduce its Home Accents line
Financial Reports: Coldwater Creek, J. Crew
Apparel cataloger/retailers Coldwater Creek and J. Crew both had stellar third quarters.
Brookstone Launches Invitation-Only Loyalty Program
Cataloger/retailer Brookstone has launched a cross-channel loyalty program that will be offered to customers by invite only.
Chelsey Moves to Take Firm Command of Hanover Direct
In a move that all but ensures a going-private transaction, the board of directors at $407 million Hanover Direct unanimously approved a cash merger agreement with Chelsey Direct, its largest shareholder.
UPS, FedEx Ready Rate Hikes
‘Tis the season–not only for gift-giving but also for rate-raising by the parcel carriers. On Nov. 17, Atlanta-based United Parcel Service announced that it would hike its ground and air … Continue Reading →
International Spy Museum Gets Small to Stand Tall
The International Spy Museum catalog just got a little bit easier to stealthily slip in your pocket. Measuring a compact 6
Last Call for Pre-Black Friday Predictions
The day after Thanksgiving may not really be the busiest retail day of the holiday season (more on that in a minute), but the Monday and Tuesday before Thanksgiving are undoubtedly the busiest days for press releases regarding retail during the holiday season.