Retail News Breaks Archives

Week of Mon, Sep 13th, 2010

Walmart focusing on brands and price

Walmart expects recent merchandising changes to produce improved sales by the fourth quarter, according to Bill Simon, president and chief executive officer of Walmart U.S.

Walgreens makes key execs division presidents

In a move designed to enhance its ability to execute, Walgreen Co. has altered the reporting structure within its top management team, reducing the number of executives who answer directly to president and chief executive officer Greg Wasson.