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Crafts retailer Joann files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as consumers continue to cut back on discretionary spending.
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Babies R Us is coming to about 200 Kohl's stores
Kohl’s said it will add Babies R Us shops to approximately 200 of its stores across the country in the fall.
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Ikea is cutting prices as inflation eases — and more could be on the way
Swedish retail giant IKEA has been cutting prices for some of its items as inflation eases and the cost of raw materials drop globally.
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Online retailer Zulily says it will go into liquidation, surprising customers
The U.S. ecommerce company Zulily says it is closing down, surprising customers, after efforts to salvage the business failed.
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Retailers are improving their delivery speeds, meaning good news for late holiday shoppers
Haven’t ordered any of your holiday gifts yet? Well, you might find solace in discovering some of America’s biggest retailers are working to increase their shipping speeds to please shoppers expecting faster and faster deliveries.
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Previewing GO Campaign's inaugural event on a mission to help vulnerable children around the world
‘Tis the season for giving back, so California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with GO Campaign board member Jonathan Ward about their inaugural ‘Icon of Design’ event taking place on Sunday, November 19th. The event will offer unique art, fashion and other merchandise all for a great cause.
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Popeyes overtakes KFC as No. 2 chicken chain, but Chick-fil-A stays on top
Both Popeyes and KFC have lost market share to Chick-fil-A over the past year, according to Barclays research.
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Toys R Us is planning a brick-and-mortar comeback in the U.S., with up to 24 new flagship stores
Toy retailer Toys R Us plans to open as many as 24 brick-and-mortar flagship stores across the U.S., its parent company WHP Global announced Friday.
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Target to close 9 stores in major US cities, citing rise in retail theft and safety concerns
Target said it faced “fundamental challenges” to operate the stores safely — and the business performance at the locations slated for closure was unsustainable
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Retailers release Christmas merchandise in September
With Christmas decor on store shelves one month before Halloween, shoppers wonder if it’s too early for Christmas. Gordon Tokumatsu reports for the NBC4 News on Sept. 25, 2023.
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Victoria's Secret overhauls its racy fashion catwalk in its latest moves to be more inclusive
Victoria’s Secret has been trying to reverse its image built on a man’s vision of sexiness that eventually backfired.
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No more freebies: Companies crack down on customer perks and rewards
Companies from Dunkin’ to Delta, Netflix to Sephora are pulling back on freebies and perks as they chase higher margins.
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Teachers can now get a Sam's Club membership for just $20. Here's how
Sam’s Club is easing back-to-school shopping for teachers with its new membership deal.
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A list of stores staying open (and closed) on July 4th in 2023
Get your favorite nationwide retailer’s Independence Day hours in one spot.
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The Inform Act Just Took Effect — Here's How It Aims to Target Organized Retail Theft
The Inform Act, a bipartisan bill targeting organized retail theft that takes effect Tuesday, requires online marketplaces to disclose the identity of sellers.
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Gap Will Cut More Than 500 Workers in Latest Layoffs, as Struggling Retailer Tries to Reduce Costs
Gap will lay off more than 500 employees in its latest round of job cuts as the apparel retailer looks to reduce costs and get back to profitability.
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Retailers Try to Curb Theft While Not Angering Shoppers
Across the retail landscape, businesses have been putting items under lock and key as a quick way to stop thieves.
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Bed Bath & Beyond to Close Three More Stores in Los Angeles, Orange Counties
The company is also laying off employees across corporate, supply and retail sectors, the CEO said this week.
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Bed Bath & Beyond Plans to Close 62 More Stores
The retailer will be closing more stores, in addition to the locations it announced it would close last September.
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Bed Bath & Beyond Lays Off More Employees as It Struggles to Survive
Bed Bath & Beyond is cutting jobs and seeking new outside advice as it faces the risk of bankruptcy.