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Tavik growth surges in past six months

Tavik growth surges in past six months

When I talked to Bobby Abdel about what's selling at Jack's, he mentioned some newer brands Jack's is carrying, including Tavik. I followed up yesterday with Tavik co-founder Erik Paulsen…

News May 13, 2013
shop-eat-surf-outdoor.com weekend edition

shop-eat-surf-outdoor.com weekend edition

Here are some items that arrived in my inbox I wanted to share. One involves Dave Hollander taking action to reduce noise pollution from sky advertisers. The other involves the…

News May 13, 2013
Nordstrom sales decline in March

Nordstrom sales decline in March

Nordstrom recorded a 9.1 percent drop in same-store sales in March. The company said the early Easter negatively impacted sales. Strongest regions: South, Northwest Strongest categories: Cosmetics, accessories, and women's…

News May 13, 2013
New Op ad campaign for Wal Mart push

New Op ad campaign for Wal Mart push

Iconix Brand Group, the new owners of the Op brand, announced this morning they are launching a new ad campaign to support the brand's spring/summer debut at Wal-Mart, which will…

News May 13, 2013
Nordstrom records tough April and quarter

Nordstrom records tough April and quarter

While many retailers reported positive same-store sales in April, Nordstrom recorded a 3.8 percent same-store sales decline. For the first quarter, same-store sales fell 6.5 percent, below the 3 to…

News May 13, 2013
What is selling at Macys and other info

What is selling at Macys and other info

There was some interesting information in the Macy's first quarter earnings conference call last week. Strong categories: mens furnishings, mens collections, young mens, cosmetics, fashion jewelry, watches, handbags, mattresses, housewares.…

News May 13, 2013
European economy slows, data shows

European economy slows, data shows

As the U.S. economy sputters, Europe has been the bright spot for many companies, including those in the action sports sector. Quiksilver European revenues increased 23 percent to $284.5 million…

News May 13, 2013
Digging deeper into The Buckle part II

Digging deeper into The Buckle part II

I am obsessed with The Buckle. Nearly every other retailer in America is struggling because of the economic slowdown. Somehow, The Buckle continues to not only do well, but to…

News May 13, 2013
Moving sale to May boosts Nordstrom

Moving sale to May boosts Nordstrom

Nordstrom's decision to move its half-year sale for women and kids to May from June drove a big bump in sales. May comp sales increased 10.9 percent. June sales will…

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series