Weak Dec. sales show shoppers under pressure

Some major U.S. retailers had a tough December, with chains like Target and Family Dollar feeling the pinch as consumers were cautious in...

Discounters turn aggressive for holiday season

The aggressive push by discounters to promote “Black Friday” deals ever earlier reflects a retail industry competing aggressively for...

How retailers like Starbucks cash in on your habits

UPDATE: Author Charles Duhigg will join us for a live Web chat Wednesday at 9 a.m. ET. Questions for the author? Add them in the comments...