Sure, the technology company is thriving, but its stores haven't been able to avoid the same issues plaguing the Best Buys of the world.
Faced with stiff competition from big-box retailers, traditional grocery chains are struggling to survive. Here's the list of stores that will close.
Getting ahead in the toy industry isn't child's play. The toy retailer is making its layaway service more attractive and remodeling stores in an effort to snag customers from Wal-Mart and Amazon.
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In business for 175 years, Amerian Express is evolving into a global consumer services provider.
Stocks are lower at midday and the sluggish trading environment persists as investors remain on the sidelines ahead of Bernanke speech.
Competitors can only marvel at this winner's simple formula: Sell tons of products people want while maintaining good service and low costs.
Dow sheds 125 points to below 13,000. Weak economic data out of Japan, South Korea and Europe put the focus back on international issues. US retailers report generally better-than-expected sales, while jobless claims remain flat.
Smartphone features help shoppers find what they're looking for -- and hopefully buy more.
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