Retail Businesses
American Apparel
American Apparel Lays Off Workers, Considers Outsourcing
An estimated 500 employees have lost their jobs since layoffs began last week, according to a news report.
Bankruptcy
The Fates of 21 Retailers Who Filed Chapter 11
Here's a list of some retailers that did -- and a few who did not -- bounce back from bankruptcy filings.
The Grind
Taking Our Products Off of Retail Shelves in Favor of Profits
Shipping your products off to retailers is sexy and easy, but it could have a substantial financial impact on your business.
Bankruptcy
Teen Retailer Pacific Sunwear Files for Bankruptcy Protection
The company's shares fell as much 42 percent to a record low of 5 cents in early morning trading.
Beyoncé
Beyoncé's 'Athleisure' Line to Launch in April
April is a fierce month for Queen Bey with her athletic clothing line, Ivy Park, debuting -- and rumors of her latest album running rampant. Check out the timeline for her other business ventures.
Staples
Staples to Turn Parts of Some Stores Into Office Space
The move is just the latest by a big box retailer looking to find new uses for store space at a time more shopping is moving online.
worker's rights
Warehouse Serving Amazon, Lowe's and Sears Gets Slapped With U.S. Labor Complaint
California Cartage is accused of violating workers' rights to organize and threatening workers with dismissal.
American Apparel
American Apparel Names Former Liz Claiborne Head as Chairman
The retailer had filed for bankruptcy in October following years of losses and the ouster of founder and CEO Dov Charney.
Aeropostale
Suffering Major Losses, Aeropostale to Explore Strategic Alternatives, Including Sale
The clothing retailer has had 13 quarterly losses in a row.
Controversies
Apparel Maker Lands' End Puts Itself in Tough Spot After Removing Gloria Steinem Interview
A profile of Steinem in the spring catalog led to vocal protests from customers who disagree with the feminist icon, but now more people are angry after the company's apology.
Disruption
What Sears Taught Amazon About Business
Sears' 1800s innovations and market disruption model are still at the core of retail behaviors today. Retail companies would be wise to study this history.
Marketing Strategies
Small Business Marketing Tips for 6 Industries
If you work in any of the following professional fields, read on to improve your marketing techniques.
Comebacks
Circuit City Is Coming Back From the Dead
Once the top big-box technology retailer, Circuit City filed for bankruptcy in 2008.
Robots
At This Store, Robots Will Replace Human Employees. But, Wow, They Are Adorable.
Softbank, the Japanese telecommunications and Internet corporation, will staff a cellphone store with (almost entirely) humanoid Pepper robots for a week.
Ask Entrepreneur
When It Comes to Taxes, Here Is How to Handle Inventory
For entrepreneurs that run an ecommerce or brick-and-mortar store, it is important to understand how you will be taxed on your goods.
