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Clothing Sales Down Nov., but Online Roars Back

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:02:15 GMT

After showing signs of improvement in early fall, sales of clothing and luxury goods weakened a bit the first half of November, compared with a year ago, when stores pulled shoppers in with massive discounts, figures released Tuesday show.

Ebay's strategy brings site down

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

The latest retailing and leisure company news from the Financial Times, with expert industry analysis on FT.com

Shoppers approach holidays with frugality

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Retail sales rose 1 per cent in September, but ‘flashy consumerism is out'

The latest toy craze is a telling economic sign

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:10:00 GMT

In a world full of economic indicators, the best one during the holiday season may prove to be a furry toy hamster. Zhu Zhu Pets are the must-have hit for the holidays.

EPOS Systems Directory: Page 1

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:04:33 GMT

International POS Ltd (IPOS) was founded in 1990 and has gained a reputation for being a reliable company with years of experience, supplying the very best retail and hos…

Heir to Gucci Empire Reveals Plan

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:45:14 GMT

François-Henri Pinault, chief executive of PPR SA, is embarking upon a new plan to sell the company's European retail divisions, including the popular electronics retailer Fnac and the Conforama discount furniture stores.

Deal done to save leisure firm and 4,300 jobs

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Deal done to save leisure firm and 4,300 jobs - THE future of Blacks Leisure and more than 4,000 retail jobs were secured yesterday after landlords gave their "overwhelming" support to a rescue deal.

Report: Consumers not yet prepared to purchase via socnets

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:31:02 GMT

The latest Consumer eTail report from GSI Commerce found that, while British consumers expect to spend more online during the holiday season, very few said they would be likely to purchase via social networks.

Retailers look to stretch out Cyber Monday push

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:00:49 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) -- Retailers are thinking beyond Cyber Monday - a holiday marketing promotion many push for the Monday after Thanksgiving - and trying to spin their discounts into into Cyber Weekends or even Cyber Weeks.

TV retailer QVC joins `Black Friday' frenzy

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:28:10 GMT

Television retailer QVC has made aggressive plans to keep shoppers watching - instead of mall-hopping - on Black Friday, an event it has traditionally ignored. The leading network for TV shoppers promises special deals and a healthy dose of new items for sale starting on Thanksgiving night.

links for 2009-11-23

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:01:28 GMT

Retail Email Guide to Multichannel Engagement: Executive Summary this guide examines the ways that email marketing has been used to support other channels by the top online retailers. It highlights tactics and standout examples of retailers using email to promote social media, mobile, stores,

Debt stress could be the Grinch this Christmas

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:04:48 GMT

A lot more Americans are feeling stressed out by debt this holiday season, raising the glum likelihood they'll behave like Scrooge rather than Santa.

MICROS Systems, Inc. Announces the Retirement of Chief Financial ...

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:12:00 GMT

MICROS Systems, Inc. Announces the Retirement of Chief Financial Officer Gary C. Kaufman Effective March 31, 2010. Cynthia A. Russo to be named as new Chief Financial Officer.

Blacks Leisure landlords vote for rescue plan

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:10:07 GMT

Landlords to Blacks Leisure have voted overwhelmingly in favour of an emergency rescue package for the stricken outdoor retailer.

TV retailer QVC joins `Black Friday' frenzy - The Associated Pres...

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:43:56 GMT

NEW YORK — Television retailer QVC has made aggressive plans to keep shoppers watching — instead of mall-hopping — on Black Friday, an event it has traditionally ignored.

Black Friday expected to be strong, no promises for Christmas - B...

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:34:09 GMT

The retail sector needs it. Last year's holiday season was the worst in decades, thanks to the financial crisis. This year, the survivors will benefit from fewer competitors chasing the same consumer dollars.

UPS announces average rate increases of 4.9% for 2010

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:16:33 GMT

UPS announced November 20 that its 2010 shipping rates will increase by an average of 4.9% for UPS Ground packages, and will see an average net increase of 4.9% for air express and US origin international shipments. The rates will go into effect January 4, 2010.