News Archive
Staples, BJ’s temper optimism as malaise lingers
If Staples and BJ’s Wholesale Club are any indication, the economic recovery is slowing as businesses and consumers continue to spend cautiously.
» Read Article
Boston Globe August 20, 2010
Retail Start-Ups Start Here
Featuring Treat Cupcake Bar.
» Read Article
Retail Source August 18, 2010
Stores hope tax holiday will provide needed boost
With levy suspended, a big rush is expected over the weekend
» Read Article
Boston Globe August 13, 2010
Retailers hope that tax holiday can provide them with more business
Retailers saw a very dull week so far but they expect the market will be better on the coming Saturday and Sunday as six decimal two five percent of sales tax levied by the state will be suspended from most of the items.
» Read Article
Top News Singapore August 13, 2010
A hot tip: Buy low, sell sugar high
Former financial wiz now trades in a new commodity: cupcakes.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe August 1, 2010
Second Hand Gold
Down economy, rising interest in recycling mean big business for expanding resale stores.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe July 28, 2010
Get Smart: Gather Competitive Intelligence
To follow up on Mr. Capman’s excellent article last month, Get Fresh Ideas From Your Competition, I would like to expand upon the subject of competitive shopping.
» Read Article
Retail Source June 16, 2010
Simon, investors put Atrium Mall up for sale
The Atrium Mall in Chestnut Hill is up for sale.
» Read Article
Boston Herald June 16, 2010
Drugstores expanding food staples
CVS is latest to cater to convenience buyer.
» Read Article
The Columbus Dispatch June 11, 2010
CVS expands grocery aisles in latest attempt by drugstores to compete with supermarkets
"It's retailers anarchy and everybody's trying to fill a void in new spaces,” said Michael Tesler, president of Retail Concepts in Norwell. ...
» Read Article
Patriot Ledger June 7, 2010
Retail Chains Find They Can Grow With Smaller Outlets
For a growing number of retailers, new slimmed-down store prototypes have become the favored strategy to expand their brick-and-mortar presence.
» Read Article
Patriot Ledger May 1, 2010
O pioneer!
After years on Newbury Street, Debi Greenberg will soon open luxury retailer Louis in a sleek new waterfront location. Will the high-fashion venture succeed and spark much-needed growth in the struggling area? Or will it be a ghost town?
» Read Article
The Boston Globe April 15, 2010
Bidding to Rebuild That Retail Thrill
South Shore Plaza expands its range.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe March 26, 2010
Tello's Files for Bankruptcy, Plans to Shutter Three Stores
Fashion retailer Tello’s filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection yesterday and is seeking court approval to close three of its eight remaining stores by month’s end.
» Read Article
Boston Herald March 20, 2010
With Student Help, L.L. Bean Tries Younger Look
Bates College students swarmed Willy Beans coffee shop last week as 19-year-old freshman Charlie Carey, clad in a slim Hunter’s bright navy plaid shirt and brown moc hand-sewn shoes, preached the preppy gospel of the new Signature collection L.L. Bean is launching today.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe March 15, 2010
Shopper Shopping
Oxford market enters the scene.
» Read Article
Worcester Telegram & Gazette January 13, 2010
Stores See Happier Ending For ’09
Filene’s Basement plans loom large in coming year.
» Read Article
Boston Herald December 24, 2009
Retail Survivor
Newbury Comics’ Dreese adapts to threats to old-line music business.
» Read Article
Boston Business Journal December 18, 2009
Black Friday Sees Red In N.E.
Sales dive 5% here, up half percent in U.S.
» Read Article
Boston Herald November 29, 2009
Black Friday's Bright Future
Downturn little threat to bargain weekend
» Read Article
Boston Herald November 24, 2009
Flu and Fears Create One Feverish Market
If you’re looking to launch a business, here are two words any budding entrepreneur should know: hand sanitizer.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe November 13, 2009
Retailers Set To Leap Into Seasonal Sales, Tighten Reins On Cost
» Read Article
Boston Herald September 21, 2009
Billion Dollar Catalog Co. Runs Quietly In Beverly
Beverly-based Orchard Brands doesn't conjure up an image of a billion dollar retail powerhouse for most people. But that's exactly what California private equity firm Golden Gate Capital has quietly converted Orchard Brands into in recent years.
» Read Article
Boston Business Journal September 8, 2009
Jeans Company Coming to Back Bay
High-end jeans company 7 for All Mankind will test the retail landscape on Boston's Newbury Street beginning next Friday with a six-month temporary store.
» Read Article
Boston Herald August 8, 2009
Syms Wins Battle for the Basement
A $62.4 million offer pushes aside Men's Wearhouse, but can it bring automatic markdowns back downtown?
» Read Article
The Boston Globe June 16, 2009
Shoppers of the World, Unite
Here's one way to stop feeling guilty about shopping during the recession: Get on the computer and buy with friends - or even strangers - and receive deep discounts on local products and services.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe June 14, 2009
Retail Concepts, Inc. Receives 2009 Best of Norwell Award
Retail Concepts, Inc. has been selected for the 2009 Best of Norwell Award in the Business Management Consultants category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).
» Read Article
Press Release June 8, 2009
$62m Bid for Filene's Basement
Men's Wearhouse won an intense nine-hour bidding war last night with a $62 million offer to take over bankrupt Filene's Basement, saving the 100-year-old chain from liquidation, according to a Basement official with knowledge of the deal.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe June 6, 2009
Last Markdown for Filene's Basement
In August 2007, days before the metal grates came down on Filene's Basement in Downtown Crossing, teary employees gathered among the barren shelves for a farewell breakfast.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe May 24, 2009
Last Markdown for Filene's Basement
Downtown closing sparked spiral.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe May 24, 2009
Filene's Basement Finds a Buyer
While Filene's Basement filed for bankruptcy last week, the bigger surprise to many was that the legendary Boston upscale off-pricer appears to have avoided liquidation.
» Read Article
Retail Wire May 15, 2009
Retail Concepts Adds 'Collum' to Impressive Talent Spreadsheet
For 15 years, Retail Concepts has specialized in helping retailers make smart business decisions. The newest member of Retail Concepts, Ani Collum, only enhances the strength of the team and its ability to help clients build and maintain successful retail businesses.
» Read Article
Retail Concepts May 1, 2009
How Filene's Basement Got Sold at a Discount
Through a succession of owners who expanded, pulled back, and tinkered with the brand, Filene's Basement has never been able to recapture the magic of its original Washington Street location.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe April 23, 2009
Ailing Malls Shopping For a New Identity
Woes surfacing amid decline in spending.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe March 22, 2009
Amid Recession, a Vein of Optimism
Some firms finding ways to capitalize.
» Read Article
The Boston Globe February 15, 2009
To Improve Business, Retailers focus on Experiences
Hundreds were lined up outside the store entrance in Palm Desert, Calif. for the grand opening of Golfsmith Xtreme, the first U.S. location under a new megastore banner of longtime Texas retailer Golfsmith International Holdings.
» Read Article
Scripps News January 23, 2009
