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February 6, 2012

New York -- The NPD Group, Port Washington, N.Y., has signed an agreement with Wal-Mart Stores to receive and analyze its U.S. point-of-sale data.

Under the terms of the agreement, NPD will receive sales data from Walmart U.S. stores and the retailer’s Web site. The deal covers a broad range of general merchandise categories, but does not include beauty.

January 18, 2011

Cedar Shopping Centers acquires Colonial Commons for $49.1 million

Cedar Shopping Centers said Tuesday it has closed on the acquisition of Colonial Commons in Lower Paxton Township, Pa.

Port Washington, N.Y. -- Cedar Shopping Centers said Tuesday it has closed on the acquisition of Colonial Commons in Lower Paxton Township, Pa. The property was purchased for approximately $49.1 million from affiliates of Centro Properties Group.

The 487,000-sq.-ft. shopping center covers approximately 37 acres, is 93% leased and is anchored by Giant Food Stores. Other tenants include Dick's Sporting Goods, L.A. Fitness, Ross Dress For Less, Marshalls, JoAnn Fabrics and David's Furniture.

December 27, 2010

Blizzard hurts retailers as post-Christmas shoppers stay home

Sunday’s east coast snowstorm disrupted sales throughout the entire area and disrupted one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

New York City -- Sunday’s east coast snowstorm disrupted sales throughout the entire area and disrupted one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Sections of New York and New Jersey got as much as two feet of snow over the past few days, keeping many shoppers at home. Spending may shift into January, Marshal Cohen, chief industry analyst at Port Washington, N.Y.-based NPD Group, told Bloomberg on Monday.

“Look for sales to be repeated by retailers. They’re going to be more aggressive,” Cohen said.

November 19, 2008

Report: Steve & Barry’s Calls It Quits

Despite trying for several months to salvage the company, the word is that Steve &...

October 31, 2008

Beware of the Grinches

For all the dire predictions that 2008 will be the worst holiday shopping season...

October 15, 2008

Steve & Barry’s Names Former Macy’s Exec as CEO

Harold “Hal” Kahn has joined Steve & Barry’s as CEO, effective immediately. Kahn spent 10...

September 16, 2008

Steve and Barry’s Begins Store Closings

Steve & Barry's has begun final liquidation sales at the 103 locations it will be...

August 4, 2008

Steve & Barry's Agrees to 'Stalking Horse' Bid

Steve & Barry’s announced late Monday that it has agreed to a $163 million takeover...

July 10, 2008

Steve & Barry’s Files for Bankruptcy Protection

Steve & Barry’s LLC said Wednesday that it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, according...

July 8, 2008

Report: Steve & Barry’s May Face Bankruptcy

Steve & Barry's is expected to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as early as this...

June 30, 2008

Steve & Barry’s Contemplates Closings

Steve & Barry’s University Sportswear may close an estimated 100 stores, roughly 40% of its...

February 11, 2008

Toy Sales Vary by Channel in 2007

Channel sales performance revealed that more shoppers purchased toys online in 2007 compared to mass...

December 19, 2007

Holiday Technology Sales Down 0.5%

Port Washington, N.Y. Overall consumer-technology sales reached $4.5 billion in the beginning of this year’s...

November 30, 2007

Old Invites New

It’s a study of contrasts: The New England states of Massachusetts, Maine and New Hampshire...

October 28, 2007

New Line for Steve & Barry's

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October 11, 2007

Report: Brands Bring Electronics Consumers into Warehouse Clubs

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September 27, 2007

Steve & Barry’s Plans Newest Superstore Unit

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March 31, 2007

In Search of a Superhero

Hiring someone to take one’s place is perhaps the hardest job the owner or chief...

November 20, 2005

RadioShack and Wal-Mart Lead Wireless Retail Pack

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November 20, 2005

RadioShack and Wal-Mart Lead Wireless Retail Pack

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