Target sees solid year after weak holiday quarter
(Reuters) - Retailer Target Corp appears poised for a solid showing in the first quarter and forecast a higher profit for the year after a weak performance in the key holiday season.Full story
Shutterfly beats estimates, driven by holiday season
(Reuters) - Online photo-sharing service provider Shutterfly Inc's results beat analysts' estimates in the traditionally strong fourth quarter on higher demand during the holiday season, particularly in its enterprise unit. Full story
Elizabeth Arden cuts FY outlook, shares slip 24 percent
(Reuters) - Cosmetics maker Elizabeth Arden Inc <RDEN.O> cut its full-year forecast after quarterly results missed estimates due to weak sales at department stores and at what it called a "major mass retail account" during the holiday season, sending its shares down as much as 24 percent. Full story
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CNBC's Steve Liesman breaks down the latest holiday sales numbers from the National Retail Federation.
Teen Retailer: Who's Hot, Who's Not?
CNBC's Courtney Reagan has the latest sales numbers from retailers this holiday season.
13 ways to emotionally jumpstart the new year
Now that the joyful holiday season is over, you may be feeling a little down, but author Ken Lindner is here to help. He offers his top tips on how to use your emotions to get the most out of every aspect of your life this year, as outlined in his book, “Your Killer Emotions.”
Many Happy Returns?
Retailers are bracing for an influx of returns this holiday season, reports CNBC's Jane Wells.
Retail Returns Could Hit Record Numbers
CNBC's Jane Wells reports returns are projected to jump 37 percent this holiday season to $63 billion.
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