U.S. consumers spent 5% less on consumer electronics during the last holiday season compared to a year earlier, according to a new report from NPD Group. Even at discounted prices, Americans bought fewer flat-screen televisions…
Starbucks, the world’s largest coffee-shop chain, on Wednesday unveiled a new logo that retains its iconic green mermaid but no longer includes the word “coffee,” reflecting the company’s efforts to expand sales through a broad…
Sears Holdings and Urban Outfitters are apparently both looking to buy J. Crew Group. The two are weighing making rival bids for the clothing retailer. This could create a challenge to TPG Capital and Leonard Green & Partners’ …
Global food prices rose to a record high last month, overtaking even the levels seen during the 2007-2008 food crisis.
The UN Food and Agricultural Organization said its food price index rose to 214.7 points last month, an increase of almost 4.2% fro…
Shoppers didn’t disappoint, buying presents at both low- and high-end prices, from jewelry to shoes. Most analysts predict sales will show year-over-year increases of 3% to 4% on Thursday, when major chains post December figure…