Monthly Archives: February 2016

How Good Are Walmart’s Debt Ratios? Very!!

Posted on February 29, 2016 by bermanevansretail

For a while now, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.’s financial performance across several measures, especially in the United States, has not been up to the expectations of stock analysts — or the retailer’s own senior executives. Consider these recent headlines:  “Walmart Slashes … Continue reading →

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Retail Leader’s CEOs of the Year

Posted on February 26, 2016 by bermanevansretail

Retail Leader magazine is relatively new and has a special focus: In today’s rapidly changing, intensely competitive, and economically challenging environment, the demand has never been greater for a new and concise media resource that delivers news, analysis, and information specific … Continue reading →

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A New Samsung Store: With NO Products to Sell

Posted on February 25, 2016 by bermanevansretail

Over the years, Nike, Apple, Walt Disney, and many other firms have opened their own retail stores. Although one of these firms’ goals is to present a showcase of their products and thereby enhance their images, they all have sold … Continue reading →

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