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Traders enjoying a bumper season Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 7:09PMMANY businesses in Milton, Ulladulla and Mollymook are reporting record trade this summer season, allaying fears of an economic crisis. Despite many economists predicting a downturn in trade, retailers are reporting higher than expected sales and huge numbers flocking to stores across the area.
Stocks rise on stimulus plan hopes Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 7:08PMNEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks gained on Tuesday on the increased likelihood of a government stimulus package after the release of minutes from the last Federal Reserve policy meeting painted a dismal picture of the U.S. economy.
Gottschalks fighting cash crunch Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 7:03PMRetailer trying to raise capital after investment deal falls through in December
General Growth Properties Pays $48 Million to Settle California Lawsuit Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 6:59PMSPRINGDALE -- Chicago-based General Growth Properties Inc. is paying $48 million -- a settlement amount that is roughly half of court-ordered damages -- to settle a California lawsuit regarding a mall joint venture.
New York Store?s Ads Play Funny and Rude, Like the City Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 6:42PMDo you enjoy watching the bracing rudeness of New Yorkers? J&R, the music and electronics retailer, is counting on it.
Christmas Sales Gloom For Marks Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 6:16PMMarks and Spencer is expected to report a massive slump in its Christmas sales.
Tools to keep you resolved Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:47PMNeed help getting organized in 2009? There are plenty of new tools to help.
Britton Plaza Publix Readies For Jan. 8 Opening Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:46PMPublix is almost ready to open at Britton Plaza in Tampa.
Paris shoppers ready to pounce on big discounts Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:38PMPARIS (Reuters) - Shoppers are set to storm Paris streets on Wednesday for the start of the winter sales, with department stores such as Printemps slashing prices by up to 80 percent to offload stock after grim Christmas trading.
Outlook to worsen for U.S. retailers following bleak Christmas Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:36PMThe recession, rising job losses and the worst consumer confidence on record combined to deliver lumps of coal to U.S. retailers’ holiday sales in December, and the sector’s woes aren’t going away.
Santa Claus comes to town - NYPD helps make the Christmas season brighter Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:27PMKids from Sunset Park, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Sheepshead Bay and others from Harlem to the Bronx who sent their wish lists to Santa at Manhattan’s main post office on 34th Street this year will have their dreams come true, thanks to Cedric D. Raymond, Captain and Executive Officer at the 72nd Precinct in Brooklyn.
U.S. Stocks Gain on Obama Plan; Disney, Citigroup Shares Climb Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:20PMJan. 6 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. stocks gained, recovering yesterday’s losses, on speculation President-elect Barack Obama ’s $775 billion package of tax cuts and government spending will revive the economy.
Updated 1/6: Area retailers struggle through tough economy during holidays Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:20PMMany retailers took a hit in the pocketbooks this Christmas holiday season and hope the new year will bring a return to more prosperous times.
Severe retail downturn forecast for 2009 Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:31AMThe new year is here and the retail party is over. After years of aggressive expansion fueled by easy debt and plastic-wielding customers, the industry is in for a major correction in 2009, analysts predict. The shift could recast much of the Bay Area retail...
Global Corporate Profits to Drop in ’09; More Bankruptcies Loom Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 10:36AMJan. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Corporate earnings will continue to slump into the first half of 2009 amid the first simultaneous recessions in the U.S., Japan and Europe since World War II.
Health-conscious shoppers seek the same for their pets Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:43AMMaggie gives her person, Donna Souza, “Hi Fives” following a meal of Blackwood’s all natural dog food in this file photo. Check out our Pet page for more pet-related news, animals available for adoption and information on local shelters.
Residents offer thoughts on the coming year Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:23AMWhile the party shops, the grocery and liquor stores were crowded with people stocking up for the New Years Eve hoopla this week, Billy Calhoun was keeping things simple.
Prepare for Successful Weight Loss in the New Year with a New Grocery Store Guide from Registered Dietitian Heather K. ... Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 3:41AM The Grocery Cart Makeover eBook by registered dietitian Heather K. Jones debunks diet myths and makes sense of conflicting nutrition information and confusing food labels so health-conscious consumers can fill their carts with the right foods - fast. (PRWeb Dec 31, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1806114.htm
Consumer confidence sets new low Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 3:40AMWASHINGTON -- Consumer confidence sank to a record low in December and is expected to stay depressed for months as news of layoffs, store closings and other economic doom and gloom will likely continue to weigh on Americans.
JANUARY VOLUNTEER CALENDAR Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 3:29AMTomorrow’s Leaders Today volunteer calendar appears monthly and is designed to match nonprofit organizations with volunteers. Agencies needing volunteers in January include:
Top eight Coachella Valley business stories of 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 3:28AMHere are the top eight Coachella Valley business stories of 2008:
Knockouts (upper)cuts Northwest Houston Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 3:25AMBeer, sports, shoe shines and manicures are rarely a combination you can find under one merchant’s roof, but a local salon has managed to bring these services into one ring.
Trans World CEO has new, 3-year contract Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:03PMTrans World Entertainment Corp. Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Higgins will be paid $1 million a year as his base salary as part of a new, three-year contract with the company.
The Windsor Times News Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:03PMOn Dec. 22, Windsor police officers conducted an alcohol sting operation to determine if local businesses were in compliance with California law regarding the sale of alcohol to a minor.
Sonoma West News Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:01PMDisappearing under a heap of covers in bed is a natural response to illness, but nourishment and hydration are vital steps to recovery. A homemade bowl of soup crafted by someone who cares provides physical and emotional nourishment and might have more healing power than one could ever imagine.
Consumer confidence and home prices hit grim records Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:01PMNEW YORK (Reuters) - The U.S. economy continued its run of record-breaking dismal data Tuesday, with consumer confidence and home prices registering a pair of grim milestones.
Chandler restaurant owner files for bankruptcy protection Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:53PMAction by owner of three former Chandler restaurants halts a lawsuit filed against him by a former business partner.
Year in Review 2008, No. 4: McGill Property Group second to announce retail development project in the Arkansas River ... Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:49PMBy Adam Franks Reporter Representatives from Crafton Tull Sparks and Jupiter, Fla.-based McGill Property Group unveiled plans for the Shoppes at Shiloh Creek, an upscale shopping center to be located on 68 acres at the northwest corner of Interstate 40 and Weir Road, at a Russellville Planning Commission meeting in September.
Stores in Mumbai line up offers for 2009 to drive away gloom Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 6:44AMStores across the city, specially in south Mumbai facing the heat of the terror strikes and global recession are hopeful of generating good business in the new year with a slew of offers and expansion plans to drive away the gloom.
Outlet center changing Monroe Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 6:39AMPeople who like shopping at outlet stores will be getting a big present next year when the Cincinnati Premium Outlet, a 400,000-square-foot outlet center along Interstate 75 in Monroe, opens in August.
Terrible holiday sales exact a toll Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 6:37AMWhile retailers nationwide are reporting a bleak holiday season nationwide, customers are still spending at Mast General Store in downtown Asheville.
Island begins recovery from night in the dark Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:47PMAbout a third of Oahu still had no power this morning, after an islandwide blackout last night clogged roads, strained emergency personnel, and stranded air travelers.
2008 business review Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:34PMEconomists may be telling us the current recession was under way when 2008 began, but the average Tri-Cities consumer sure wasn’t feeling its sting when the ball last dropped in Times Square.
Amazon Claims ‘Best Ever’ Christmas (Whatever That Means) Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:28PMFor retailers, the holiday shopping season was the worst in decades . Even so, Amazon.com said Friday that it had its “best ever” holiday. On Amazon’s peak day, Dec. 15, customers ordered a record 6.3 million items, or almost 73 items each second, the company said.
Shoppers hunt for day-after bargains Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:27PMJenny Poole wheeled out Friday a large shopping cart full of merchandise from the Target store in Sparks Friday, carrying on a family tradition by shopping the day after Christmas.
Building Bridges, Not Walls Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:25PMBENTONVILLE— When Susie Hoeller moved from Montreal to Colby College in Maine, she was disappointed to find there was no women’s ice hockey team.
Retailers slash prices to lure end-of-season shoppers Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:42AMTony Kurdzuk/The Star-LedgerBargain-hunters hit the stores early this morning to take advantage of drastic price cuts offered by retailers desperate to get rid of old merchandise and boost their less-than-cheery holiday sales. Many retailers opened before 6 a.m., offering deals...
Retailers slash prices to entice shoppers Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:38AMBargain-hunters hit the stores early Friday to take advantage of drastic price cuts offered by retailers.
Britons hit the shops as struggling retailers slash prices Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:38AMShoppers walk past a sale sign on the high street in Guildford, Surrrey on December 23, 2008. Shoppers across Britain queued up before dawn on Friday for traditional post-Christmas sales, which this year are seeing struggling stores offering discounts of up to 90 percent.
Shoppers look to cash in on deep discounts Friday Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:37AMBOSTON -- Deep discounts are looking to lure shoppers back to malls.
Post Holiday Shopping Rush is On Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 7:34AMThe streets surrounding Battlefield Mall were gridlocked up until the very last minute Christmas Eve. And stores hope shoppers will brave the crowds once again today.
Titans Gear Flying Off Shelves Thursday, December 25, 2008 @ 12:06AMThe No. 1 seed for the AFC playoffs, the Tennessee Titans close the regular season against the Indianapolis Colts. Its 13-2 season has attracted a lot of attention.
Heart of the holidays Thursday, December 25, 2008 @ 12:06AMMary Godwin is enjoying the real meaning of Christmas this holiday season after giving to others what she normally gives to her family. Godwin, of Alton, was a key contributor to the Community Christmas campaign this year, donating socks, food and toys.
Last Minute Shoppers Seek Holiday Gifts Thursday, December 25, 2008 @ 12:02AMAccording to a report from the National Retail Federation, 47 million Americans didn’t even start their Christmas shopping until after Dec. 9, giving them less than three weeks to find the perfect gift for everyone on their list.
Home Article Thursday, December 25, 2008 @ 12:01AMThe Leisure and Entertainment Street at Wujiang Road is the only stereo leisure street in Shanghai that segregates pedestrians and vehicles and has a two-layer walking street.
Late Oklahoma City-area buyers rush for gifts Thursday, December 25, 2008 @ 12:00AMIt didn’t have the same buzz as the day after Thanksgiving, but area merchants reported a steady flow of shoppers on Christmas Eve.Shopping on Christmas Eve is a tradition for Jan Banks and her family. As she cruised the toy aisles at Walmart on Wednesday morning, her children pointed out the gifts they’d like to see under the Christmas tree with their name on them. Problem was, the children ...
Deep Discounts Enough To Save Christmas? Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 11:40PMHeavy discounts drew more than just last-minute Christmas shoppers to stores Wednesday in what is nevertheless shaping up to be a weak holiday season for some retailers.
Shoppers race to finish Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 7:14PMWhether it was a run to the supermarket for Christmas Eve goodies or to an area mall for last-minute gifts, shoppers were out in force Wednesday...
Retailers cut still more for Black Friday II Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 7:12PMNew York » Mark down Dec. 26, as the second Black Friday of this wacky shopping season. Except desperate retailers are making the deals even bigger.
Chinese join in Christmas celebrations Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 7:11PMChristmas is big business in China - even during the global economic slowdown. What was once simply a foreign affair has not just grown in popularity, but morphed into a festival with Chinese characteristics.