Tag Archives: 2015

2015 Global Retail Sales Booming

2015 promises to be a very strong retail sales year around the world as more countries recover from their recessions. Total global retail sales in 2015 are projected to reach nearly $24 trillion dollars. According to eMarketer: “Retail sales worldwide … Continue reading

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The Most Ethical Retail Firms According to Ethisphere Institute

There are various reports about the most ethical firms in the world. One of the most comprehensive such reports is compiled by the Ethisphere® Institute. According to its Web site: “The Ethisphere® Institute is the global leader in defining and … Continue reading

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Retailers Closing the Most Stores

Although 2015 promises to be a good year for many retailers, others still face tough times ahead. And for some retailers, continued store closings remain in their immediate future. As reported by Mark Lieberman and Thomas C. Frohlich for 24/7 Wall … Continue reading

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