by Mike Duff | Aug 19, 2026 | Retail Articles
The Lowe’s Cos. posted adjusted earnings that beat a Wall Street estimate but came up short on revenues as the company faced continued pressure in its do-it-yourself business from consumers who are spending cautiously on their homes. Net earnings were $2.4 billion, or...
by Mike Duff | Aug 17, 2026 | Retail Articles
JCPenney is looking to create an easier, more rewarding shopping experience by incentivizing customers to exchange unused and unwanted items for something more desirable. From August 28–30, consumers who bring any “retail regret” – an item purchased but not used – to...
by Mike Duff | Aug 14, 2026 | Retail Articles
Retail led gains in the services sector in the July Services Purchasing Managers’ Index from the Institute for Supply Management, as overall economic activity in the sector rose slightly. The Services PMI registered 54.1%, up 0.1 percentage point from June and...
by Mike Duff | Aug 13, 2026 | Retail Articles
Target is making moves in the executive suite and across its merchandising operations as the retailer prepares for the fall and Halloween seasons. In terms of leadership, Target appointed Grant McGee as executive vice president and chief legal and compliance officer....
by Mike Duff | Aug 11, 2026 | Retail Articles
As Ollie’s Bargain Outlet marks National Bargain Hunting Week, a new shopper survey from the off-price retailer indicates that inflation and rising prices remain major concerns for its customers. Ollie’s polled 60,000 of its Ollie’s Army loyalty...
