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Five Great--and Necessary--Marketing Makeovers

Money - March 10, 2009

From logos to retail locations, these businesses upped their image from so-so to stunning. more >>

The 4 Best Apple iPhone 3G Challengers

By David LaGesse - Money - March 9, 2009

The BlackBerry Storm, Palm Pre, T-Mobile G1 and Samsung Omnia are worthy smartphone options. more >>

Online Shoppers are Greener Than Mall Rats

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - March 4, 2009

Shopping online has a smaller footprint than going to a mall, according to a Carnegie Mellon University study. more >>

Apple's iPhone: Bust in Japan

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - March 3, 2009

The Japanese handset market is already saturated with high-end, competitively priced cellphones. more >>

'Luxury Shame': Time to Move On

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - February 27, 2009

Founder of the Luxury Marketing Council says true luxury brands will endure. more >>

Young and Rich Snatch Up Smart Phones

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - February 27, 2009

New study says wealthy enjoy the latest in mobile device convenience and functionality. more >>

Luxury Stores in Moscow Shut Down

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - February 13, 2009

Low oil prices pose the biggest threat to Russia's economic stability. more >>

Valentine's Day Sales Slow Down This Year, but Not by Much

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - February 5, 2009

Love is in the air, but cash gets the squeeze. more >>

Stores Call Customers About Salmonella-Tainted Peanut Products

By Nancy Shute - On Parenting - February 3, 2009

Retailers call people who bought suspect peanut products. more >>

Barneys Sale Considered By Dubai-Based Owner

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - January 23, 2009

The luxury chain may end up being sold again. more >>

2008 Holiday Season Hit Retailers Hard

Opinion - January 15, 2009

Report reveals a tough December for retail industry (but maybe not the environment). more >>

Steep Retail Sales Drop in December Adds to Economic Gloom

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - January 14, 2009

Sales were down 2.7 percent—more than double what economists predicted. more >>

6 Reasons Why the Dismal Retail Season Was Good for Us

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - January 8, 2009

More saving and less spending mean consumers are headed in the right direction. more >>

Why Luxury Brands Have a Difficult Time Online

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - January 8, 2009

Websites miss out on the "luxury" experience. more >>

The Grinch Stole Christmas: Retail Sales Plunged 4 Percent in December

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - January 8, 2009

The dismal sales figures are just the latest grim economic sign. more >>

New Year's Resolutions for the Luxury Market

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - December 30, 2008

Here are some ways the ailing industry can woo back the well-heeled consumer. more >>

Luxury Sales See Huge Declines This Holiday Season

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - December 29, 2008

MasterCard SpendingPulse says this holiday season was the "most challenging" in decades. more >>

Recession Hits Retailers: Total U.S. Retail Sales for the Holiday Season Drop

Opinion - December 29, 2008

Holiday retail sales drop significantly compared with 2007. more >>

5 Categories of Holiday Giving: Stacking Up the Holiday Presents

Opinion - December 26, 2008

A recent report categorizes what people are giving for the holidays this year. more >>

Where to Find the Absolute Best Post-Christmas Sales

By Kimberly Castro - Money - December 23, 2008

Make way for the new Black Friday. more >>

5 Tips for Grabbing Last Minute Holiday Shopping Deals

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - December 23, 2008

If you're still hitting the stores, make sure you take advantage of these discounts. more >>

Holiday Shopping Incomplete for Average American Shopper

Opinion - December 23, 2008

As of last week, 92 percent of shoppers had more to do. more >>

Louis Vuitton Cancels Tokyo Flagship Store

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - December 17, 2008

Japanese consumers are increasingly forgoing luxury brands. more >>

Holiday Gift Guide: Luxury Edition

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - December 16, 2008

If you've been procrastinating with your holiday shopping, here are some luxurious ideas to consider. more >>

Kathleen Fuld: Shopping in Secret

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - December 15, 2008

Wife of Lehman Brother's CEO Dick Fuld opts for a plain white shopping bag. more >>