Retail

Rockport chooses the Demandware e-commerce platform to gain more control over its online brand and take its e-commerce initiatives to the next level.

Under an initiative approved by the Board, Fortune Brands would become a pure-play spirits company, spin off home and security to shareholders, and either sell or spin off its golf business.

Amidst currency wars and defaulting nations, there are more opportunities than ever for creative brands to deliver on changing consumer needs. Trendwatching.com identifies 11 crucial consumer trends for 2011, including Urbanomics, Online Status Symbols and Owner-Less. Here is an excerpt from this fun and informative report.

In the last week, the beauty giant announced two transactions that would significantly strengthen its footprint in the Health & Beauty Aids market

CEOs from 400 global consumer goods manufacturers and retailers join together to launch initiatives to halt deforestation practices and phase out climate-damaging refrigerants.

The retail giant has offered to acquire 51 percent of the shares of Massmart Holdings Limited, a managed portfolio of nine wholesale and retail chains, and one buying group. The deal will accelerate its expansion in South Africa, a high growth market.

An investor group led by funds affiliated with KKR, Vestar and Centerview signed the agreement for $19.00 per share in cash.

The acquisition of Mountain High Yoghurt will double General Mills large size yogurt business.