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“Balancing Inventory: Making Friends With Retail Pricing and Clearance Sales” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor Blog

“Balancing Inventory: Making Friends With Retail Pricing and Clearance Sales” by Bob Phibbs via The Retail Doctor Blog

What is the difference between a clearance and a sale? A sale is often a specific brand promotion or even a storewide discount. Why do stores have clearance sales? To help get some of their money back when an item doesn’t sell in a profitable timeframe....
“How consumers are celebrating a record-breaking St. Patrick’s Day – Lucky for retailers, people aren’t just wearing green — they’re spending it too” by Lea Grgich via National Retail Federation Blog

“How consumers are celebrating a record-breaking St. Patrick’s Day – Lucky for retailers, people aren’t just wearing green — they’re spending it too” by Lea Grgich via National Retail Federation Blog

With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, consumers are donning green clothes and buying green food dye in preparation for the lucky holiday — and more people are celebrating than ever before. This year, 61% of consumers plan to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, up...