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September 8, 2011
Sears names new supply chain leader

Sears Holdings announced that former UPS executive Raj Penkar is joining the company as SVP and president of the company's supply chain.

September 1, 2011
Sears, Kmart help support Irene recovery efforts

Sears and Kmart stores announced that they are supporting emergency relief efforts in a dozen states to help residents recover from Hurricane Irene’s damaging winds and floodwaters.

August 24, 2011
Back-to-school deals target shoppers looking for low costs


Retailers, expecting thrifty behavior from consumers, are starting the back-to-school season with early promotions. “Retailers are already running door-buster promotions,” said Perry Smith, an analyst with the NPD Group.

August 24, 2011
Sears engages social media for charitable campaign

Sears announced that it is inviting Facebook users to support America's military members by voting for the Sears Rebuilding Together affiliate program, which they believe is the most deserving.

August 18, 2011
Sears Holdings reports sales decline, Kmart comps flat in Q2

Kmart comparable-store sales were flat, and Sears U.S. sales declined by 1.2% during second quarter 2011, according to an earnings report released Thursday.

August 16, 2011
Sears appoints new CFO

Sears Holdings announced Tuesday that Robert Schriesheim will join the company as EVP and CFO.

August 10, 2011
Kmart targets Hispanic moms with online 'telenovela' series

A new video series by Kmart seeks to reach out to Hispanic moms. "Madres y Comadres" is a series of eight Spanish-language videos on YouTube about two Hispanic mothers who work to remain true to their identity while living in the United States.

August 3, 2011
Sears' social networking initiatives target Latino market

Sears Holdings is launching a Facebook page and a Twitter handle to address Latino consumers, the retailer said Wednesday.

August 2, 2011
Find the AAAnswers campaign takes screening tour to Kmart pharmacy locations

A multifaceted campaign that advocates for increased awareness and preventive screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms once again is hitting the road with an annual screening tour.

July 19, 2011
Reading, writing, value: Kmart heads back to school

Kmart is putting an emphasis on value in its latest back-to-school campaign.

July 13, 2011
Ahold USA appoints SVP pharmacy, health and beauty care

The U.S. subsidiary of Dutch supermarket operator Royal Ahold has appointed Raymond McCall SVP pharmacy and health and beauty care, the company said Wednesday.

June 27, 2011
Report: Some branded diabetes drug prices at Walmart, Kmart rise at fast rate

Prices for the top 10 most prescribed branded diabetes drugs have risen faster at Walmart and Kmart than at other retailers, according to a published report.

May 23, 2011
Sears Holdings CFO exits

Kmart parent company Sears Holdings has named William Phelan as acting CFO, replacing Michael Collins, currently SVP and CFO, who resigned last week to pursue another opportunity, the company reported in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing.

May 19, 2011
Sears Holdings meets low expectations in Q1

Kmart parent company Sears Holdings reported a first-quarter net loss of $170 million, or $1.58 per diluted share, in line with the company's expectations for a net loss in the range of $145 million to $195 million, or between $1.35 and $1.81 per diluted share.

May 10, 2011
Report: Kmart parent company considers HQ move

The parent company of Kmart is considering taking its headquarters out of Illinois, according to published reports.

May 3, 2011
Sears gives gloomy outlook ahead of annual meeting

Sears Holdings will host its annual meeting on May 4, and attendees likely will want to know how the company plans to improve sales and return to profitability under the leadership of its new CEO, Lou D’Ambrosio.

April 25, 2011
Kmart perseveres with Rx, clinic deals

One has to admire a person who perseveres through hardship and difficulty, and the same goes for companies that keep going and keep trying, no matter what the market throws at them.


April 25, 2011
Payless ShoeSource gets SXY

Payless ShoeSource is expanding its beauty offering with the availability of a new beauty brand, SXY by Unforgettable Moments, arriving in stores this week. Featuring nearly 20 affordable beauty and body items, the new line represents yet more competition for chain drug beauty.

April 12, 2011
Walmart, Sears support troops with employment promises

Walmart and Sears Holdings have both announced their commitment to helping military members maintain employment when moving from one community to another.

April 11, 2011
Sears boosts in-store, online beauty presence

Following the success of its 13-store test in 2010, Sears has announced that it now is expanding its in-store cosmetic departments to more than 100 stores and online.

April 4, 2011
Kmart reveals Hot 8 list for summer toys

Kmart has named the top eight toys for the summer.

March 4, 2011
H20 spring water debuts 'Rango'-themed packaging

A spring water brand is rolling out new packages through a new marketing partnership with Paramount Pictures/Nickelodeon Movies.

March 2, 2011
Kmart kicks off annual March of Dimes campaign

Kmart is continuing its support of the March of Dimes by collaborating with the organization for the 28th time.

February 24, 2011
Kmart's gains offset by Sears declines in Q4

Mass merchandiser Kmart had sales of $4.99 billion during fourth quarter 2010 and $15.6 billion for the year as a whole, according to an earnings statement released Thursday by parent company Sears Holdings.

February 22, 2011
Kmart emphasizes flu shots at its pharmacies

Kmart on Monday implemented a discounted offer on flu shots to those who have not yet been vaccinated.

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