Inside Retail

APRIL 6, 2025

Slower revenue growth, shrinking profit margins, and a dwindling share in the national retail economy have pushed many operators to re-evaluate their strategies. Several legacy stores have closed or been absorbed into larger retail groups.

Department Stores 130

Department Stores Store Operations Net Profit Store Layout 130

Inside Retail

MAY 5, 2025

The lions share of operating revenue (83 per cent) and exactly half of the operating profit emanated from domestic stores. Operating profit as a whole rose by 11.2 per cent and net profit to the owners by 7.9 So far, so good.

Planning 130

Planning Marketing Department Stores Net Profit 130

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 29, 2021

A toy shop that gave the world Barbie, Mr. Potato Head and other wonderful creations. The toy seller, which at its peak had more than 1,500 stores around the world, was part of the fabric of American childhood for more than half a century. Profits at Barbie and Hot Wheels firm Mattel were $126.6 Remember Toys ‘R’ Us?

Net Profit 306

Net Profit Fulfillment Boutique Outdoor 306

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 20, 2020

Take a look at the net profits of most traditional retailers. It’s important to note that the vast majority of consumers still shop in-store. Think that’s a reach? For example, that can be as low as 2% in the grocery sector.

Advertising 234

Advertising Net Profit Consumer Kiosk 234