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Retail Report Could Be Best In Over A Decade
WASHINGTON — February may be the second-least important month of the year for retailers, but indications are that the monthly sales report for that period could be a blowout.Economists polled by MarketWatch expect a 1.4%... more »
Retail Juggernaut Buckland Pioneer Sees Region Pushing Sales Well Beyond Its $1 Billion A Year
Decades after his vision turned a tobacco field and other Buckland Hills land into Connecticut's biggest retail engine with more than $1 billion in annual sales, developer John Finguerra says the area, especially nearby Evergreen... more »
144-Year-Old Corporation Hall Looks For New Leases On Life In Downtown Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO -- The 144-year-old building at 154 S. Kalamazoo Mall won't look much like a fire station, a village hall or a department store soon.You need a few years under your belt to envision it... more »
New Arts And Crafts Store Opens In New Bern Mall
Michaels, an arts and crafts specialty retail store, opens Sunday at the New Bern Mall.It is the latest edition of new stores at the mall and is located beside the Shoe Dept Encore, which opened... more »
World Market Center Las Vegas’ Gift & Home Show Gains, Delivers Powerful Start to 2011 for Retailers and Suppliers
(LAS VEGAS) —Further solidifying its position as the West Coast's go-to destination for the gift and decorative accessories sectors, World Market Center Las Vegas' Gift+HomeSM show trumped all expectations at the recent 2011 Winter Las... more »
Travel Gear To Tackle Sun, Sport, Sand And Surf
Rochester, NY (PRWEB) - SailorBags http://www.sailorbags.com recently introduced resort-ready bags designed to safely and comfortably carry everything from smartphones and tablet PCs to beach accessories and sporting gear. New 2011 sailcloth styles—ranging from $15-$79—include a... more »
Fed Survey: Economy Expands Throughout US
WASHINGTON — The U.S. economy expanded in January and early February in all parts of the country, but businesses reported they are under pressure to raise their prices.A Federal Reserve survey released Wednesday showed that... more »
Simon Exec Receives Lifetime Honor
Hanover, Mass., – For the first time, Specialty Retail Report has presented a Lifetime Achievement Award to an outstanding leader of the specialty retail industry. The award honors Jim Allen, Executive Vice President, Local Leasing... more »
SnapRetail Raises $6 Million In Venture Capital
SnapRetail, a Pittsburgh-based software company that helps independent retailers and their vendor partners leverage social media and electronic marketing to connect with consumers and increase sales, has announced the closing of $6 million in Series... more »
7W New York Continues To Expand During Upcoming Home Fashions Market Week
New York, NY - 7 W New York is heading into spring with a Home Fashions Market Week that is fresh and exciting, with several companies making their debut at 7 W, joining the already... more »
Dr Marty Becker Names Planet Dog’s Wood Chuck One Of The Best New Pet Products For 2011
Portland, ME – Planet Dog's new, sustainable ball-tossing device, the Wood Chuck, has fetched another award. Dr. Marty Becker, the famed veterinarian, has named it one of the Best New Pet Products for 2011. Dr.... more »
Good for you Girls Natural Skin Care Unveils Expanded Product Line at 2011 Natural Products Expo West, Anaheim, California
ANAHEIM, CA – Good for you Girls , the leading all-natural skin care line for girls 9 to 15 will unveil 3 new premium products for the body to join their successful line of chemically-free... more »
