Private label

ANALYSIS: Private labels go beyond the stodgy stage

Over half of all apparel sold in the US is either exclusive or private label as more and more retailers…

US: Federated to change name to Macy’s Group, Q4 profit up 5%

Putting what chief executive Terry Lundgren termed a “superb finish” on a challenging year, Federated Department Stores reported Tuesday (27…

US: JC Penney’s Q4 net drops 13%, forecast disappoints

A higher effective tax rate contributed to lower fourth-quarter earnings at JC Penney, and conservative first-quarter guidance added to investor…

US: Kohl’s extends Chaps tie-up with home range

US department store retailer Kohl’s has secured a deal with the Polo Ralph Lauren to introduce the designer’s Chaps Home…

US: JC Penney prepares for brand launch with Ralph Lauren

US retailer JC Penney is to launch a new lifestyle brand created by Polo Ralph Lauren’s Global Brand Concepts. The…