Topic: Target Corporation

iPhone 4: Best Buy drops price to $50

iPhone prices are dropping as Target and RadioShack slash prices on two recent iPhone models. But Apple may be preparing to introduce the next generation of iPhone in October. 

23 ways to save money on clothes

Americans spend an average of $1,700 per year on clothing and accessories. But there are plenty of ways to trim the bill and still look good.

Target will stop selling Amazon Kindle devices

Is Target now seeing Amazon as an enemy rather than a partner?

Target waves goodbye to the Amazon Kindle (but Nook can stay)

Target and Kindle are parting ways. What's behind the split? 

Never buy retail again. 15 ways.

There are so many ways to avoid paying retail that it’s almost never necessary. Here are 15 ways to never pay retail price again.

GoodGuide and others use technology to help turn consumers green

A host of companies and nonprofits are using technology – from smartphones to social networking – to make it easier for consumers to choose environmentally friendly products.

Amazon hears from hometown critics

A four-part series in the Seattle Times charges Amazon with aggressive business practices and a lack of philanthropy.

Best Buy closings: steep cuts. More to come?

Best Buy closings involve 50 big-box stores, 400 jobs at headquarters, and probably thousands more retail layoffs. Best Buy closings are the steepest yet for troubled retailer.

Occupy has wrong 'Target': Consumers and economy value Wal-Mart et al.

By shifting its focus from Wall Street and targeting companies like Wal-Mart and Amazon.com, the Occupy movement could do more harm to American consumers than good. A new study shows these companies make consumers feel safe, satisfied, even happy. And they create jobs.

Dow 13000 mark close, but not quite

The Dow made another run at 13000, finishing up 46 points at 12984. Despite coming within four points of the mark,  early losses kept the index from reaching 13000.

Amazon stores coming to a city near you?

Amazon stores will open in Seattle, according to a new report. Can the online powerhouse pivot to create successful bricks-and-mortar Amazon stores?

JCPenney: lower everyday prices, fewer sales

JCPenney ran 529 promotions last year. So JCPenney will simplify sales events and permanently slash prices. 

Laptops, gadgets too old? Trade 'em in at Target.

Laptops and other electronic gear can be turned in at nearly 1,500 Target stores. Target and other stores are offering gift cards or store credit for used laptops, iPhones, iPads, and other gadgets. 

Stocks quiet, but gain for second straight day

The Dow inched up 21.04 points to close at 12418 on a quiet day for the markets

Breastfeeding moms protest at Target stores, but US public is real mark

Lingering discomfort over public breastfeeding is responsible, in part, for curtailing moms' enthusiasm and driving down breastfeeding rates, research shows. Nurse-ins Wednesday at Target stores drew attention to the cause.

Sears closings: At least 100 stores to be shuttered

Sears closings intended to shore up company's profits. Sears closings will affect Kmart stores, too, but not word on layoffs.

Is Slate's Amazon-defending blogger really a 'moron'?

To develop or print at home: A photo cost breakdown

Printing your photos at home is only slightly cheaper than getting them developed at the pharmacy, but home printing  is far more convenient

Best Buy a winner in holiday sales weekend

Best Buy sees turnaround from disappointing 2010 Black Friday sales by opening at midnight, focusing on low TV prices. Beyond Best Buy, Macy's and Walmart also score well in holiday sales weekend.

Thanksgiving now a Black Friday 'prequel'? Big deals begin Thursday.

To lure Americans away from the Thanksgiving table and into the Black Friday shopping frenzy, US retailers are offering some delectable early-bird specials. 

Black Friday 2011: Best deals not always at Walmart, Amazon

Black Friday 2011 is prompting other retailers to offer lower prices on some items than Walmart does. Amazon's Black Friday 2011 deals remain a mystery.

Stocks rise in response to European bank help

The Dow jumped 183 points to close at 11123, bringing its three-day gain to 434 points

Despite rush, you can still get Missoni at Target

Demand for Target's new Missoni-designed products overwhelmed its website and jammed its stores. But the rush didn't clear out all the Missoni items at Target.

Debit cards to get lower swipe fees. But will consumers benefit?

Debit cards overhaul will begin capping transaction fees in October. But issuers of debit cards are cancelling rewards programs and other consumer perks.

iriver Story HD: Google eBooks gets its first dedicated e-reader

Google has taken the wraps off the iriver Story HD, the first e-reader to be completely integrated with Google eBooks.