Retailing

Magazine articles on retailing.

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The Motley Fool August 31, 2006 Vitaliy Katsenelson	Jos. A Bank Is a Patient Joe The retailer's disappointing August comps create a buying opportunity for investors.
The Motley Fool August 31, 2006 Ryan Fuhrmann	Foolish Face-Off: Battle of the Electronic Retailers Investors, Best Buy has a reputation for being the most efficient and disciplined operator in the space. Let's see whether that is really the case.
The Motley Fool August 30, 2006 Nathan Parmelee	Costco Takes It on the Chin Management makes a rare interim comment on consensus estimates. The malaise and uncertainty around Costco and retail in general just might create the first attractive buying opportunity for these shares in almost a year.
Fast Company September 2006 Charles Fishman	How Many Lightbulbs Does it Take to Change the World? One. And You're Looking At It. For years, compact fluorescent bulbs have promised dramatic energy savings -- yet they remain a mere curiosity. That's about to change, thanks to a push by Wal-Mart. CFLs are a classic example of creative destruction.
The Motley Fool August 28, 2006 Jeremy MacNealy	Folly Volley: Ann Taylor The apparel retailer seems to be in a full-fledged turnaround mode, as positive momentum has definitely shifted in its favor. Investors, take note.
The Motley Fool August 28, 2006 Jeremy MacNealy	Folly Volley: Chico's FAS The market has hammered this stock in recent months, and prices have fallen into the teens from a high of near $50. But given this company's history of solid performance, the sell-off provides a reason to take a closer look at buying Chico's.
The Motley Fool August 25, 2006 Nathan Parmelee	Tough Not to Be Intrigued by J. Crew One may deny J. Crew their shopping dollars, but it's hard to deny that the company should soon see higher earnings. Investors, take note.
BusinessWeek September 4, 2006 Kerry Capell	Fashion Conquistador Zara's quick turnover lures shoppers, but global expansion could be a strain.
The Motley Fool August 24, 2006 Ryan Fuhrmann	Investors Trip Up Payless One earnings miss, and the market walks all over you. Payless' strategy may eventually pay off, but a company with a more stable operating strategy may be less risky in this crowded retail space.
The Motley Fool August 23, 2006 Alyce Lomax	Tower's Next Chapter: 11 Here's some deja vu: Tower Records goes into Chapter 11 bankruptcy ... again. Investors, take note.
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