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NRF Reports May Sales Rebound But Full Recovery Is Still Ahead

Retail TouchPoints

Some of the key findings in the NRF data include: Clothing and accessory stores were up 188%. unadjusted year-over-year; Online and other non-store sales were up 9%. unadjusted year-over-year; General merchandise stores were up 6%. unadjusted year-over-year; and Grocery and beverage stores were up 2%.

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Shoe City, Filing for Bankruptcy, Plans to Close All Stores

Retail TouchPoints

Founded in 1949 as Eileen Shoes , the company rebranded itself as Shoe City in 1980 and now sells urban-inspired footwear, apparel and accessories. The retailer has been battling declining sales for several years, incurring operating losses of $280,000 and $1.76 million , and Timberland , owed $1.4

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After Lackluster Q2, Francesca’s Explores Strategic Alternatives

Retail TouchPoints

Following a 29% drop in net sales during Q2, apparel, jewelry and accessories retailer Francesca’s will investigate strategic alternatives ranging from lease deferrals and refinancing to bankruptcy. Francesca’s, which operates approximately 700.

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Retail sales show ‘off the chart’ gains vs. 2020

Mass Relators

Retailers will continue to follow coronavirus-related laws and regulations governing store operations in each state and we urge lawmakers and government officials to prioritize policies that both encourage work and continued safety.”. Specifics from key retail sectors include: Clothing and clothing accessory stores were down 5.1%