Monthly Archives: February 2013

Retailers Predicted to Close the Most Stores in 2013

Even though the economy has been looking brighter, a number of retailers remain in a precarious position. According to Douglas A. McIntyre, Samuel Weigley, Alexander E.M. Hess, and Michael B. Sauter (writing for 24/7 Wall), 8 retailers are likely to close … Continue reading

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The Retail Employers on Fortune’s 2013 “Best Companies to Work For” List

Each year, Fortune publishes a list of the best 100 employers in the United States. A number of these “best” employers are retailers. These are the retailers (in the order of their Fortune ranking) on the 2013 top 100 employer … Continue reading

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An Independent Bookstore That Thrives

The Strand Bookstore in New York has been around for more than 80 years despite the changing city around it — and the advent of bookstore chains and Web-based retailers. Not only is it “hanging on.” It is thriving. See how.  

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