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Macy’s reorganizes, thousands of jobs cut

Macy's announced a major reorganization today that will eliminate about 2,550 jobs. The company also announced same-store sales…

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PacSun records strong sales in

PacSun records strong sales in February

The action sports industry's largest customer had a good month despite the difficult economy. CEO Sally Frame Kasaks'…

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Clothing sales weak at Zumiez in March

Zumiez recorded a 3 percent decline in same-store sales in March. Weak categories: men's and juniors clothing. Strong…

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Mitch Kummetz

Hottest brands for spring from Baird report

Stock analyst Mitch Kummetz released his Boardsport Report for the first quarter which shows the spring selling season…

News May 13, 2013
A photo of an Adrenalina store from the companyäó»s website.

An interview with the Adrenalina CEO

I reached Adrenalina CEO Ilia Lekach this morning to talk to him about his bid to acquire Pacific…

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November tough at retail

November tough at retail, though discounts helped

November same-store were pretty grim across the board - except for The Buckle. In addition to the dip…

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Pam Cocores and Casey Lewis of Thalia Street Surf Shop

Thalia Street Surf Shop: In with the new

I stopped by Thalia Street Surf Shop in Laguna Beach the other day to talk to owner Pam…

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WSJ story worth reading about impact of huge discounts at Saks

The Wall Street Journal has a front page story today that examines the ramifications of Saks Fifth Avenue's…

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Foot Locker expanding in skate in 2009

One of Foot Locker's key initiatives in 2009 is to expand its skate shoe business, company executives said…

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