Aaron’s Comps Slip As Earnings Fall Short In Q1
Aaron’s grew its net revenues in the first quarter but comps declined while earnings fell short of Wall Street estimates.
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Helen Of Troy’s Health & Home, Housewares Sales Grow In Q4
As it continued to implement its Project Refuel strategy to streamline the business, Helen of Troy reported fourth quarter sales growth driven by its health and home and housewares divisions.
Supervalu Weighs Options To Bolster Retail Sales
Supervalu continues to weigh its real estate and store portfolio options after a fourth quarter where earnings fell short of Wall Street expectations and retail revenues fell on a slight identical store sales gain.
iRobot Sales Grow In Q1
iRobot continued to gain in the consumer robotic vacuum market, with sales growth reported for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018.
Pier 1 Launches Strategic Plan After Weak Q4
After a distressing fourth quarter in which earnings and comparable sales fell significantly, Pier 1 Imports has formed a new strategic plan that will pressure financial results short term but lead to gains down the road, the company asserted.
Rite Aid’s Net Income Rises In Q4
It was an active fourth quarter and fiscal year for Rite Aid, with the retailer selling some of its stores to Walgreens and forming a pending merger deal with Albertsons.
Bed Bath & Beyond Q4 Comps Slip
Bed Bath & Beyond’s comps slipped in the fourth quarter, as the company’s investments continue to weigh on results as it looks to reinforce its position in the marketplace.
Ollie’s Annual Sales Surpass $1 Billion
Ollie’s Bargain Outlets surpassed $1 billion in sales during its record fiscal year.
Overstock Weighs New Strategies After Q4 Loss
After reporting a net loss in the fourth quarter, Overstock said it will ramp up its online growth strategy to compete with rivals such as Wayfair.
Sales Decline Pressures Hudson’s Bay Turnaround Strategy
With a new CEO at the helm, Hudson’s Bay’s turnaround strategies helped it improve results and post a profit in the fourth quarter, but sales continued to decline.
RH Membership Move Drives Strong Q4
Restoration Hardware is touting its shift to a membership-based business model for a strong fourth quarter performance.
Walgreens Reports Solid Second Quarter Sales
As it completed its purchase of Rite Aid stores, Walgreens Boots Alliance reported solid second quarter sales results.
Michaels Crafts Q4, Fiscal Year Comp Gains
Michaels crafted a solid fourth quarter and fiscal year, and reported gains in comps, sales and income.
At Home Advances In Q4
At Home advanced its sales performance in the fourth quarter and fiscal year as it continues to expand its store footprint.
Kirkland’s Progresses In Q4
Kirkland’s reported positive fourth quarter and fiscal year sales as the retailer continues to boost its omnichannel initiatives.
Williams-Sonoma Generates Q4 Sales Growth
Williams-Sonoma generated strong fourth quarter sales, with comps rising across its retail brands, highlighted by West Elm’s performance.
Ulta Beauty Stays On Growth Track In Q4, Fiscal Year
Ulta Beauty continued its growth trajectory in the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2017 reporting an increase in net sales, income and comps.
Sears Posts Profit In Q4 Despite Sales Tumble
Sears Holdings posted a profit in the fourth quarter following the new tax reform laws, although comp sales continued to decline.
Dollar General Delivers Strong Q4 Comps
Dollar General met Wall Street expectations in the fourth quarter, with strong comparable store sales and net earnings.
Stein Mart Narrows Net Loss In Q4
Stein Mart narrowed its net loss in the fourth quarter, as the retailer asserted that its performance initiatives were gaining ground.