Swedish retailer Ikea said worldwide sales rose 3.1% to 27.9 billion euros in the fiscal year ended Aug. 31. The sales figure, which equals about $37.38 billion, includes same-store sales growth of 1.8%. In a press release announcing ...
Tags: Furniture, Furnishing, Ikea
Canadian retailers are stuck between a rock and a government unwilling—so far—to drop a proposed tariff increase on imported bicycles despite a shutdown of all major bicycle manufacturing in Canada.? In a letter sent last week ...
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the WFCA and MDNVAFCA is sponsoring a seminar focusing on enhancing the customer experience to grow your bottom line. Customer experience is the independent retailer's key point of differentiation. It is not just a business strategy, ...
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Sainsbury's, a UK-based retailer, has teamed up with Teesside University to explore possible ways to slash the amount of fat used in fried foods, a move which could lead to the development of healthier crisps and snacks. The £1m ...
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After establishing itself as a go-to-brand for sophisticated womenswear, the British high-street retailer Whistles is foraying into menswear. The label is all set to unveil an Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, which will be created under ...
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Stein Mart discount apparel and home fashion retailer, is expanding its presence this fall. The new stores are located in El Paso, Texas; Buford (Atlanta), Ga.; Elk Grove (Sacramento), Calif.; and Watchung, N.J. The Anaheim, Calif. and ...
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DICK'S Sporting Goods, the largest U.S. based full-line sporting goods retailer, invites the community of Victorville to their three-day grand opening weekend. The celebration begins on Friday, October 18 at the retailer's new location at ...
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rue21, inc., a leading specialty apparel retailer of girls and guys apparel and accessories, and Apax Partners, a global private equity firm, announced the completion of the acquisition of rue21 by funds advised by Apax Partners for $42.00 ...
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Outdoor enthusiasts in Salem, Ore. can gear up for their next adventure at a new REI store opening at Keizer Station this coming spring. The 22,000 square-foot store will sell the top brands of outdoor gear and apparel for camping, ...
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DICK'S Sporting Goods, the largest U.S. based full-line sporting goods retailer, invites the community of Salina to their three-day grand opening weekend. The celebration begins on Friday, October 18 at the retailer's new location at the ...
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Custom clothing maker Starlight is offering a new program to help custom clothing customers promote and support non-profit organizations. Starlight's Band Together program incorporates a colored band on the sleeve of custom jerseys and ...
Tags: Transportation, bike, sport clothing
Urban cycling is showing strong signs of growth throughout this South American country prompting Shimano to once again sponsor Shimano Fest Argentina. Nicolás Muszkat, Shimano's sales manager for Latin America (except Brazil), said ...
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Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. announced the launch this week of “The New Eclecticism”, the Company’s latest initiative. Farooq Kathwari, Chairman and CEO commented, “The New Eclecticism reflects the attitude of ...
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Patagonia, a leading outdoor brand, will participate in a live webinar 10AM EST on October 16 to discuss the use of cloud technology to speed product development and collaborate more effectively with global vendors. During the webinar, ...
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Several bedding introductions are scheduled for the upcoming High Point Market. Key trends include an accent on accessories as new mattress protectors, toppers and sheets offer new options for bedding retailers. Bedding producers also ...
Tags: Light Industry, Daily Use, Bedding Products