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Kohl's Continues Expansion and Remodeling of Infrastructure

May 9, 2007

Analysis of:Kohl's Announces Expansion Plans, and Details 2006 Performance | www.retailnet.com

1. Kohl's is planning to expand its number of retail outlets.
2. Kohl's is remodeling its retail outlets to give a modern pleasant shopping experience.
3. Kohl's is opening a design office in New York to expand its exclusive private labels offerings.
4. The financial year 2006 showed continued sales growth for Kohl's.

Honesty is Always the Best Policy

May 4, 2007

Analysis of:Wal-Mart Recalls Lead-Containing Bibs | www.forbes.com

1. Honesty in business is always the best policy.
2. Customer satisfaction, in this case the welfare of the newborn baby's, is the most important issue.

Evolution of Indian Designer Markets

April 18, 2007

Analysis of:India Weekend: High-end Jewelry in Great Demand | www.diamonds.net

1. Gold is a cultural tradition in Indian fashion
2. The growth of the Indian economy is creating a new middle class with cash to spend on designer products
3. The new Indian consumer is educated and is demanding western style designer quality merchandise
4. Indian women are advancing in the Indian economy encouraged by more abundant education, wealth, and a more tolerant society
5. The opportunities of the new Indian economy are creating a design community similar to western design communities

Forecasts can be manipulative, Long-Term demand for gold jewlery is good

April 12, 2007

Analysis of:Demand for Jewelry Forecast to Decline in 2007 | www.idexonline.com

 1. Price volatility was the cause of the reduced demand for gold jewelry in 2006.
2. It is to the advantage of jewelry forecasters and consultants to predict decreases in jewelry sales in order to drive the price of gold down for purchase by jewelers.
3. The jewelry market purchases on a seasonal basis with the purchase dates beginning in August to October.
4. Long-term increases in both the demand and price for gold will increase the demand for gold jewelry.
5. The demand for gold is just beginning to reach the general public.
6. A major change in ownership has occured with private investors now owning more gold than central banks. This is good for the price of gold and the demand for gold jewelry.
6. Economic fundamentals call for the price of gold to increase over the long-term, but to become more volatile as the price increases.
7. The purchase of jewelry, melted as junk gold, is a major trade in some regions.

Bharti/Wal-Mart Agreement

April 12, 2007

Analysis of:Bharti to ink deal with WalMart for retail ops by April-end | news.moneycontrol.com

1. Bharti and Wal-Mart appear to be ready to form a good partnership.
2. The agreement makes sense from a business perspective.
3. Bharti's plans to expand overseas are encouraging.

"Wealth of Nations": Result of US Tariffs on China

April 9, 2007

Analysis of:Commerce Department Applies New Duties Against China | www.bloomberg.com

1. The US has placed tariffs on Chinese paper products, opening the way for tariffs on additional products as steel and textiles.
2. There is the risk of counter-measures by China to these tariffs.
3. Tariffs only scratch the surface of the problem, and will worsen economic difficulties, the "wealth of nations", the title of the book by Adam Smith, being built on free trade.

Asian Economic Strength and Weak Yen Make Foreign Investments Profitable

March 30, 2007

Analysis of:Fast Retailing seeks large buys; analysts tip J. Crew | www.ft.com

1. Fast Retailing is using their expertise by acquiring established business within its sector
2. Weak yen, fostered by Japanese carry-trade, makes foreign investments a good decision
3. Asian economies continue overseas expansion
4. Asian economic strength has given Fast Retailing the cash to purchase overseas

Tiffany's Will Maintain Strong Earnings

March 27, 2007

Analysis of:Tiffany Posts Flat 4th-Quarter Profit | www.forbes.com

1. Strong earnings reports by Tiffany's will continue.
2. Sales of higher-end jewelry will increase as demand for precious metals and diamonds increases.
3. Emphasis should be on building a strong business, rather than artifically increasing share prices.

Jewellery Industry Will Rebound

March 27, 2007

Analysis of:CIBJO Transcript: Chairman of Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group | www.diamonds.net

1. The jewelery industry is a traditional industry and will maintain its historic place in the luxury fashion markets.
2. Jewelery industry will expand globally, especially the costume jewelery industry among teens and youth, as has happened in the US markets.
3. Development of western style retail channels in developing nations will assist the growth of the costume jewelery markets.
4. Investment in gold, precious metals, and diamonds has not yet reached the majority of investors and will increase once the increases in gold and commodities become public investment knowledge.

Price Shopping and an Intelligent Consumer

March 26, 2007

Analysis of:Premium Store Brands | www.marketingprofs.com

1. Generic brands have evolved into store brand merchandise.
2. Lack of manufacturing in the USA has left a gap for the development of domestic store brands.
3. As the quality of store brands improves, retailers may emerge as the new manufacturers in the USA.
4. Consumer demand for reasonable priced, quality merchandise, will continue to encourage the development of store brand merchandise.

Decreases in sales economic, ANF continues to be a sharp company

March 15, 2007

Analysis of:A&F posts negative comps across brands | www.retailingtoday.com

1. ANF is being impacted by lower 4rth quarter retail sales in the general economy, economic uncertainty, a rise in home delinquency rates, and higher fuel prices.
2. Well-managed and merchandised ANF is maintaining its overall image, profitability, and growth.  
3. Increases and decreases in sales figures throughout the ANF's divisions match the expected response to economic indicators.
4. A company with no debt deserves a second look, especially at the right time.

Kohl's is successful for the Consumer View

March 15, 2007

Analysis of:Kohl's ceo 'very pleased' with results | www.retailingtoday.com

1. Kohl's is a desirable place to shop from the consumer's perspective.
2. Kohl's has maintained a socially responsible image.
3. Kohl's has implemented an intelligent blend of product, price, and merchandising in maintaining a good consumer image.

Wal-Mart Investment in Chindia is Good Investment

March 7, 2007

Analysis of:Wal-Mart takes another China step | www.rte.ie

1. Wal-Mart has invested in the lucrative and growing Chinese market by investing in Trust-mart
2. Wal-Mart has also made a large investment in a retail chain in India, the Bharti Group.
3. Both investments will prove profitable due to falling productivity and economic weakness in the US, coupled with strong economies and rising currencies in Chindia.
4. Wal-Mart's sales are being driven by strong international sales, despite weak US sales.

Carry-Trade and Yen Weakness

March 5, 2007

Analysis of:Europe fights for its handbag producers | www.marketwatch.com

1. The carry-trade is the main cause of Yen weakness, and the reason that Japanese consumers can not afford to purchase European goods.
2.The impact of US Dollar weakness will continue to impact the value of the Yen.
3. Financial considerations override design considerations if a product becomes unaffordable.

Fuel vs. Food: Demand, Currency Devaluation, and Global Conflict

February 23, 2007

Analysis of:Food versus fuel: is a happy ending possible? | www.bakeryandsnacks.com

Increasing fuel costs will lead to increasing food costs. Global demand coupled with supply shortages will lead to increasing prices. Present global policy will play a key role in fuel and food prices, as will economic policy. Technology and development of alternative fuels will play an long-term role. Agriculture is a basic commodity we all need to live.

Profit Declines More Than Just Taxes

February 23, 2007

Analysis of:Taxes See Profits at Penny's Drop | news.bbc.co.uk

Declining profits at JC Penny's are not an isolated incident, but part of a larger trend. Declining taxes will lead to greater devaluation in currency and therefore higher prices. The American economy is weak for fundamental reasons, including consumer debt and overseas competition.

Price increases in Wheat Apparent

February 23, 2007

Analysis of:Government Fights Price Rise by Releasing Wheat in Open Market | www.domain-b.com

Price increases in wheat are apparent in the Indian government policy of releasing wheat on open the market. Despite a booming economy, there is still great disparity of wealth in India, and food is expensive for the poor.

Economic uncertainty, global change, and increased services in high-end boat market

February 21, 2007

Analysis of:Softness hitting high-end boat market | www.boating-industry.com

Fuel, real estate, and insurance costs are rising. Economic uncertainty reduces willingness to spend on luxury items. New markets are becoming available, and complete services provided.

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