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Lowe’s Hardware Remodels Offerings by Acquiring Online Retailer

in Commerce on December 29, 2011 at 3:41 pm PT

In order to expand its offerings online, Lowe’s has acquired ATG Stores, a Kirkland, Wash.-based home improvement retailer that operates more than 500 Web sites, ranging from LightingUniverse.com to HandandPowerToolShop.com. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Lowe’s said the 12-year-old company will continue to maintain separate branding and independent merchandising.

Amazon Recruits Developers for Super-Slick Android Appstore

in Commerce on January 5, 2011 at 11:56 am PT

Amazon today released preliminary plans for its Android Appstore, which will likely do a better job of merchandising and selling apps than Google has. Think of it as the equivalent of iTunes for Android.

Wal-Mart Scales Back DVD Displays

in News on October 5, 2009 at 8:11 am PT

A recent shift in merchandising strategy by the world’s largest retailer spells more trouble for DVD sales and the entertainment industry that depends on them for profits. As part of a larger effort to clean up its aisles and appeal to higher-end shoppers, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is doing away with display cases to promote the latest hot movie titles.