by Mike Duff | Jun 16, 2023 | Retail Articles
The National Retail Federation has stated retail sales rose again in May as consumers continued to spend despite economic challenges. Citing United States Census Bureau research, NRF noted that overall retail sales in May were up 0.3% from April and 1.6% year over...
by Mike Duff | Jun 8, 2023 | Retail Articles
Although it came out ahead of a Wall Street estimate on sales, Kirkland’s net loss grew as comparable sales declined in the first quarter when the company realigned outreach to emphasize its value offering. Net loss in the quarter was $12.1 million, or 95 cents per...
by Mike Duff | Jun 7, 2023 | Retail Articles
Wayfair has announced that Steve Oblak, chief commercial officer, will retire in the first quarter of 2024 after 14 years of leadership. The company also provided a business update. Jon Blotner Jon Blotner will become Wayfair’s new chief commercial officer, the...
by Mike Duff | May 24, 2023 | Featured News, Retail Articles
Kohl’s Corp., in posting a profit that surprised Wall Street, asserted its turnaround gained traction in the first quarter. Plans to sustain momentum include putting more emphasis on core home categories and such less central but related categories as outdoor, pets...
by Mike Duff | May 23, 2023 | Retail Articles
Tough spring weather and weaker lumber prices contributed to a mixed quarter at Lowe’s Cos., yet one in which the company managed to exceed Wall Street expectations. Net earnings were $2.26 billion, or $3.77 per diluted share, versus $2.33 billion, or $3.51 per...
