Wal-Mart's fashion faux pas: discounter's effort to upgrade style falls flat, casting a shadow over holiday sales prospects

Article Abstract:

Despite a concerted effort to offer more fashionable clothing in the recent years, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. 's clothing sales have been disappointing. At a time when the clothing retail sector in general is performing well, Wal-Mart is concerned about the upcoming holiday shopping season.

Sales, profits & dividends, Apparel & Related Products, Apparel Manufacturing, Company sales and earnings, Clothing and dress, Company earnings/profit, Clothing

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A sober Wal-Mart launches drive into tricky area: Liquor

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Wal-Mart Stores Inc. of the United States are planning to increase the shelf space promoting liquor. The bargain store giant's shares fell $1.53 or 3.1 percent to $47.57 and are down about ten percent since the beginning of the year.

Beverages, Beverage Manufacturing, Alcoholic Beverages, Company Profile

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The Wal-Mart blues

Article Abstract:

The monopoly position enjoyed by Wal-Mart in discount stores industry is discussed.

Monopolistic competition

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