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Glenn Murphy may have a rough time driving profitable, top-line retail sales at The GAP.  Here's why.

In spite of what was said on the news, Verizon Wireless knew what they were doing by paying a staggering $200M to Broadcom. They reason to believe that the effect of the ban on other CDMA Carriers would be minimal.

Once the Bancroft Family et al get past the emotional aspect of selling Dow Jones to Murdoch, it's clear it is truly a match made in heaven. I guess everyone has a different perspective on heaven, the curent business media marketplace makes this a good fit. While Dow Jones has a storied history with...

Like Sears Holdings investors, RadioShack shareholders may find no joy as top line sales growth continues to decline.  Heres why.

1.  Tiffany & Co. is one of the global leaders in the luxury jewelry space; the strategic direction in merchandising, marketing and store operations have proven the company has a strong and viable- business platform  2.  LVMH is a global leader in the luxury apparel/accessory space,...

An LVMH (Moet Hennessy, L.V.) takeover of Tiffany would probably be a good deal for US shareholders, as well as, its domestic competitors. Whether it’s so good a deal for Tiffany, ‘Je ne sas pas’.

1.    Counterfeit goods have been a virus on the global economy by fueling the gray market 2.    Counterfeit goods give rise to substandard working conditions and the employment of child labor 3.    The lack of consumer concern and willingness to purchase...

The consolidation of retail industry has created a lack of merchandising diversity at a time when consumers want more variety in products and individuality in services. Some think making big chains more localized is the most likely solution. I don't. Here's why.

1. Sumner Redstone is known for forcing out executives  2. DreamWorks’ and Paramount’s bond may be unraveling  3. Family businesses have a low probability of surviving the third generation

There may be a real disconnect between what management is saying and what they are actually doing at Wal-Mart's US stores.  Here's why.