Major automakers are set to release February sales figures on Tuesday, and analysts expect the reports will show sales improved 20% compared to a year ago. Consumers continued to warm to the slowly improving economy — so far, …
As the economy improves, Americans have begun splurging again. But they’re limiting their indulgences to haircuts, casual dining and coffee, while continuing to forego many bigger expenditures, like vacations and dining at expe…
J.C. Penney hasn’t even launched its new logo yet, but the critics aren’t wasting any time in trashing it. Why do companies repackage themselves — and what happens when customers don’t like the new look? Just ask Gap or Tropic…
Retailers forecast that 2011 will be a year spent dealing with inflation, expanding stores and trying to wean shoppers off their markdown habit. Faced with rising costs that are pushing their prices higher, merchants say they …
Retailers are forecasting a strong 2011 as the economy continues to pick up speed. A boost in retail sales is good news, of course. But what, exactly, will it do for your wallet? And how will higher gasoline and clothing prices…