Tag: retail

Neighborhood Market in Works for Centerton

Wal-Mart, city officials will announce details Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Retail shares rally on Fed announcement

Retail stocks rose 1.1% on Wednesday (Sept. 18) following the surprise announcement by the Federal Reserve to stay the course on its asset purchases for the near term.  The S&P…

Retail sales growth misses the mark in August

The National Retail Federation reports retail sales grew at a snail’s pace 0.01% from July to August, rising 3.9% unadjusted year-over-year. These sales have stripped out automotive, gas stations and…

Amazon, Wal-Mart, eBay favored by consumers

A recent survey by STORES asked consumers to identify their favorite online retailers. Consumers were simply asked which websites they shopped most often.  Rankings were based on the total number…

8th & Walton Experiment Gaining Foothold

The weekly webcast Saturday Morning Meeting is growing in popularity.

Beer and Wine Now, Liquor to Follow

Retailers, distributors planning business models around untapped market in Benton County.

Beauty School Owner Sees Growth at Four Campus Locations

As more students become wary of being saddled to a mountain of student debt while obtaining a four-year degree, the fact many are turning to beauty school as a cheaper alternative isnt so surprising.

Making Walmart Better (Opinion)

With Walmarts competitive edge dwindling, its suppliers may very well be its only way out.

Jack Keeps Cool Leading Growth at Rapid Prototypes

As company matures, owner Kyle Jack is focusing more on relationships with customers and long-term expansion.

Neighborhood Market in Bentonville a Milestone for Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

The grocery opened Wednesday, marking the 100th Walmart store to open in Arkansas.

JBU College of Business Renamed to Honor Soderquist

New $2 million endowment includes $1 million from Soderquist Family Foundation, $1 million anonymous match.

Wal-Mart to Include Same-Sex Partners in Company Benefits

Full-time associates spouses and domestic partners will be eligible for coverage in the companys medical, dental, vision, life, critical illness or accident plans.