Holiday Shoppers’ Fast Start
Retailers attracted 147 million shoppers over Thanksgiving weekend, up 4.8% from last year, according to the National Retail Federation
The ‘Mother of All Tax Bills’
Democrat Charles Rangel proposes elimination of the alternative minimum tax and an overhaul of corporate taxes, pitting businesses against one another
Wal-Mart: A Snap Inspection
The retailer's customer service scores low on our three-store visit. Says one worker: "If Wal-Mart doesn't care for me, why should I care?"
What? No Espresso Machine?
College gear is getting more complicated, and the back-to-school season appears recession-proof
E-Tailers’ Happy Holidays
Online retailers are cleaning up this season by giving consumers maximum control over their shopping
E-Tailers’ Holiday Edge: Better Service
Online retailers are cleaning up this season by giving consumers maximum control over their shopping
Staples Makes Selling Look Easy
The big, red "easy" button isn't just an ad gimmick. It's a key sales strategy that is reaping rewards for the office-supplies retailer
Federated Gets a Markdown from Citigroup
The firm downgraded the department store chain's stock Dec. 1 following disappointing sales news
Retailers War Over Flat-Panel TVs
Wal-Mart and other retailers are using aggressive pricing and other tactics to lure buyers. S&P says the battle plan won't work for all