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Facebook, Victoria’s Secret Big With Online Shoppers
As more retailers look to develop effective social-media strategies, a new study finds that Facebook is by far the most effective way to woo would-be shoppers.And chains that use their Facebook pages to promote new... more »
Location, Location and More Location
For some small-business owners, the terrible economy holds an unexpected silver lining: It's a lot easier to get more space.As hosts of businesses close their doors, vacancy rates are soaring and rents are plummeting. So,... more »
AmericasMart Readies for March Markets Showcase
Atlanta, GA — Building on the momentum, buying power and customer partnerships that propelled its successful January Markets, AmericasMart is poised for its next showcase: The Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market and... more »
Retail’s economic impact
Shopping is an almost addicting activity for some, browsing for the latest fashions or gadgets. It's a reason to get out of the house on the weekend and pick up some essential items.In addition to... more »
Aurora World, Inc., Ty, Inc. Take Copyright Case to Trial
Pico Rivera, CA. – Aurora World, Inc., a toy and gift manufacturer that filed a federal copyright lawsuit against competitor Ty, Inc. alleging that Ty's Beanie Boos™ infringe on YooHoo & Friends™, announced that Ty... more »
Gift shop opens at Lake Isabella
After working for 14 years as a designer in flower shops in Mt. Pleasant and Weidman, Sue Chapman decided to go into business for herself.She always wanted to open a gift shop, and her experience... more »
A retail storm in Rockport
There's a simple reason for the clothes-wearing mannequin on the landing outside of AliKat on Bearskin Neck."We'll put a $180 ladies' jacket on the mannequin and sell four or five of those on a Saturday,''... more »
Oh so sweet Kellerhaus
Valentine's Day is nearly upon us. With it come roses, greeting cards ... and candy. Every year I can look forward to a box of chocolates from my husband on Valentine's Day, and I don't... more »
Penny’s in Brunswick offers one sweet shopping experience
Can you envision yourself as the next great chocolatier or candy artist showing your skills on a Food Network challenge? Or maybe you'd just like to be able to decorate a cake for your child's... more »
Fashionable Eco-Friendly Market Bags
Atlanta, GA – Fashionable Notes unveils its second collection of Eco-Friendly fashion inspired market bags. Following the overwhelming success of the debut line of market bags featuring the Paper Nor Plastic logo, the company is... more »
Big retailers report strong sales gains in January
The 3.3% increase over the previous year cheers merchants but shoppers are still exercising restraint. Nordstrom and TJX post double-digit gains.In a surprise showing for a notoriously slow month, shoppers turned out at the nation's... more »
Valley cities wage friendly fight for shoppers
Southeast Valley cities are in a cordial but high-stakes battle for residents' spending money.Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert and Tempe have started or intensified their "shop local" campaigns in recent months, some offering cloth bags, stickers, magnets,... more »
