Retail
September 12, 2017
Department stores are turning to discounting, omnichannel and off-price subsidiaries to regain customers. Image credit: Neiman Marcus Last Call
By Danny Parisi
Since 1999, the retail industry has faced declining sales in the wake of falling foot traffic brought about by ecommerce.
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