All Stores Want for Christmas Is the Right Amount of Stuff

Retailers’ holiday inventory planning has been fraught with unpleasant supply-chain surprises for two straight years. This…

Consumers Are Spending Like It’s 2019

Shoppers have shifted their spending habits in a postpandemic world, leaving retailers in the lurch.

‘Greedflation’ is Real—and Probably Good for the Economy

Companies have used inflation as an excuse for generous price hikes, first quarter earnings reports suggest.…

Inflation Showed Signs of Easing in Several Industries in August

U.S. consumer-price inflation showed signs of moderating in August for the second straight month, though the…

Apparel Sellers’ Fashion Emergency Must Be Handled With Care

To sell or not to sell: That is the question inventory-stuffed apparel sellers find themselves asking…

Small-cap stocks are starting their comeback phase

Tupperware, Winnebago and Urban Outfitters are among the stocks that outperformed the S&P 500 in July.

Macy’s, Gap, and Other Clothing Stores Are Stuck with the Wrong Items

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Why Nordstrom Grown Up as Old Navy Sanko

Consumers are finally starting to swap sweatpants and tees for dresses and suits, and tourism could…