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Vicki M. Young

Senior Editor, Financial

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Eastern Mountain Sports Secures $5 Million Stalking Horse Bid

U.K. outdoor and sports gear retailer Mountain Warehouse is the stalking horse bidder for Eastern Mountain…

Express Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Bankrupt Express Inc. has a nonbinding offer from a consortium led by WHP Global that includes Simon Property…

The Owner of American Apparel Is Up for Sale

Gildan Activewear has a proxy battle on its hands, and now it is open to a "friendly" takeover after…

End of an Era: Layoffs and Lender Lawsuit Augur the Demise of Lord & Taylor

The lender to Lord & Taylor-owner Saadia Group, which it owes $45.3 million, has a court order allowing it to…

Fashion Retail Sees Risk of Default Abate

U.S. fashion retailers and department stores saw their risk of default improve in February, according to an S…

Mango’s Accelerator Invests in Market Analytics Start-up Flipflow

The Spanish fast-fashion chain has made its sixth StartUp Studio accelerator investment.

JCPenney Extends Payment Terms as Sales Slow Down

The retailer recently told some vendors it will extend payment terms to 90 days from the typical 30 days.

Dick’s Closing 11 Moosejaw Stores

After an internal realignment, Moosejaw will be left with only three locations.

Unraveling the Mind of the Consumer

The consumer is transforming to a complex mosaic of unique needs, wants and preferences, according to…

Shein Raises $2B, Plans Massive India Reboot

A new deal with Reliance Retail will bring the Chinese fast-fashion e-tailer to India.

ESG Legal Experts on Regulatory Upheaval: ‘Know What Is Coming Your Way’

Companies need to prioritize due diligence, said Matthew H. Clark.

Walmart in Deal to Sell Eloquii to Plus-size Player

The move is the latest divestiture from Walmart, which has been selling off direct-to-consumer businesses.

Belk’s Debt Downgrade Adds to Financial Woes

S&P said the company's ability to create healthy, sustainable profits "looks increasingly unlikely."

ABG Said to Be Eyeing Multiple Brands

The business is said to be looking at buying Hunter Boots after acquiring Ted Baker last year.

Qurate Cutting 400 Staffers

The job cuts affect 12 percent of QVC and HSN staff.