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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
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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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The story behind the Lost ads
I don't usually write about marketing campaigns, but the recent Lost advertisements - especially the one with McCain and Obama in board shorts and black socks - have caught my…
News May 13, 2013
Rip Curl rewards key retailers with H-Bomb wetsuit release
I talked with Rip Curl's Brian Bosson, right, recently about the company's new H-Bomb wetsuit, which arrived in stores last weekend. Brian, vice president of merchandising operations, told me how…
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