Zacks Haloween Costume for RGS - Regis Downgraded to UNDERPERFORM !
October 1, 2010
Regis Downgraded to UNDERPERFORM ! | www.zacks.com
Smart move by Zacks as Regis is Downgraded to Underperform.
Zale (ZLC): Is the End In Sight?
September 30, 2010
Zale CEO Discusses F4Q2010 Results - Earnings Call Transcript | seekingalpha.com
Despite new capital, a new board, and a new CEO, Zale still faces the same product, merchandising, value, and positioning problems that created the liquidity crisis in January 2010. Here is more.
Unilever's Acquisition of Alberto...Potential Explosion of M&A activity
September 29, 2010
P&G Won’t Counter Unilever Bid for Alberto-Culver...BUT wants Beiersdorf / Nivea ! | www.businessweek.com
Unilever's bid for Alberto-Culver at $3.7 billion, may not set off competitive bids, but has the potential for setting off a chain reaction of explosive, high-powered, M&A activity in the CPG Toiletries & Cosmetics sector.
Unilever (UN) on the Prowl Again...for Alberto-Culver (ACV)
September 26, 2010
Unilever in Advanced Talks to Buy Alberto Culver . | online.wsj.com
Unilever's Paul Polman is on the prowl again and in advanced talks to acquire Alberto-Culver per the Wall Street Journal.This is a match made in heaven for M/s Polman & Lavin.
RGS: Regis - "Only Fools Rush In - Where Angels Fear To Tread"
September 24, 2010
Generally lackluster performance of all Consumer Goods & Services stocks on Wall St., has created great interest in RGS/Regis, after their announcement of a "strategic review" and a Chapter 11 declaration on the Trade Secret spin-off to Premier Salons.
Will Golden Gate Get It Wrong by Investing In Zale (ZLC)?
July 24, 2010
Zale shareholders expected to OK Golden Gate Capital plan | m.dallasnews.com
With the economy softening, Golden Gate has big decisions to make before investing in Zale. Here is more.
Updated analysis of the Prospects of Shape Ups
July 9, 2010
Footwear Maker Sets An Early Pace In The Race For Toning Shoes | www.investors.com
Response to the article: http://www.investors.com/NewsAndAnalysis/Article.aspx?id=539239&ven=yahoo regarding Skechers' "early mover" advantage and the power of the brand to succeed.The bloom may be coming off the rose. Skechers is no longer the only player in the field.A sale is on the horizon.Shipping and production issues in China will start to plague Skechers.The big question has finally been asked: does Toning footwear in fact tone?The author sees the beginning of the end.
The Private Flash Sales Sites Jump The Shark
July 3, 2010
The so-called flash sales sites (Gilt Groupe, RueLaLa, etc.) have grown from nothing to an important new retail segment in under 3 years. But their rapid growth requires a dramatically increased supply of merchandise to support their value proposition. For most their product offering has shifted substantially calling into question their ability to drive profitable growth.
Movado (MOV) Struggles to Find Its Place In a Changing Market Place
June 24, 2010
Movado taps Faranda for new senior VP post | www.nationaljewelernetwork.com
Movado continues to struggle, here are some reasons why.
Nine Reasons Why 2010 Will Likely End Poorly for Zale.
June 21, 2010
UPDATE 1-Zale must pay or Citibank will sever agreement | www.reuters.com
Zale’s in ability to get its financial house in order jeopardizes the company's very survival. But, that may be the least of Zale's problems. Here's more.
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