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It’s Not Always Great to Be a Businessweek Cover Story

Posted on January 30, 2015 by bermanevansretail

Abercrombie & Fitch (A&F) was once a shining retail apparel star among teens and young adults. However, the chain has faced some tough times in recent years. Consider this: “Abercrombie’s predicament, perhaps because of the cultural clout it once wielded, feels … Continue reading →

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Chinese Firms Invent “Foreign” Brand Names

Posted on January 8, 2015 by bermanevansretail

Many domestic Chinese companies want to project a more foreign (exotic) image. So, they have created brands that are not perceived as Chinese. As reported by Dan Levin for the New York Times: “Eager to glaze their products with the … Continue reading →

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Better Determining Profit

Posted on January 5, 2015 by bermanevansretail

Do you have a good handle on your profits? Looking for a different perspective? Well, here’s one. The Retailer Owners Institute has produced a resource titled “Retailer’s Profit Finder.”  As ROI notes: “The typical accounting package lists expenses in alphabetical order. … Continue reading →

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