Zale Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results

April 30th, 2008
Zale Corporation , a leading specialty retailer of fine jewelry in North America, today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $23.2 million, or $0.73 per share, compared to a loss of $17.4 million, or $0.42 per share, for the third quarter ended April 30, 2009 and 2008, respectively.

‘Mad Money Lightning Round’: Vaalco Energy Is a Gusher

April 26th, 2008
To see the full "Mad Money" Recap, please click here . Here's what Jim Cramer had to say about some of the stocks that callers offered up during the "Mad Money Lightning Round" Thursday evening: Vaalco Energy ...

Ballmer’s chat had a spiritual tone

April 20th, 2008
BY ONE ESTIMATE, worldwide spending by consumers and advertisers on mobile media and services is expected to reach $102 billion in 2012.

.30 ct. t.w. Diamond Peace Sign Earrings In 14kt White Gold from Ross-Simons

April 19th, 2008

.30 ct. t.w. Diamond Peace Sign Earrings In 14kt White Gold
Item#: 137498
Sale: $180, Was: $225
.30 ct. t.w. of diamonds give peace a glowing chance. Set in 14kt white gold. Studs with post backs. Hanging length: 3/8″.
I got them from my friend as a birthday gift. I love it at the first glance. The size ir just right for me and they present my attitude. Totally love them! I have worn them all this week.

More restaurants coming to Pier Park

April 16th, 2008
It's not hard to find a place to eat at Pier Park, with new restaurants like Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, Hofbrau Beer Garden, and Bootleg Barbeque opening this spring at the Panama City Beach development.

Blue Nile Schedules First Quarter 2008 Earnings Release and Conference Call

April 15th, 2008
Blue Nile, Inc. announced that it will release financial results for its first quarter ended March 30, 2008 on Tuesday, May 6, 2008.

On World AIDS Day, Russell Simmons and Special Guests Attended ‘Empowerment for Africa’ Dinner

April 12th, 2008
Cassie and Kim Kardashian accessorize with the Green malachite bracelet at the Empowerment for Africa Dinner Monday evening.

Internet Rises In Down Economy

April 9th, 2008
April 9 , 2008 by Rich 0 Comments In Internet , Ecommerce , Sales Internet Retailer: At The Talbots Inc., the web represents 10% of sales but accounted for 68% of sales growth in 2007.

Phoebe Philo Named Creative Director at CELINE

April 9th, 2008
LVMH Moet Hennessy-Louis Vuitton, the world's leading luxury products group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Phoebe Philo as creative director of CELINE.

Round Diamond Stud Earrings (2.00 ctw) from Costco

April 5th, 2008

Round Diamond Stud Earrings (2.00 ctw) from Costco
Item # 182733
Price: $9299.99
A staple in any woman’s wardrobe, these diamond stud earrings will be enjoyed for a lifetime. Set in secure, four-prong platinum settings, they are impressive in both quality and beauty. All diamonds supplied by Costco Wholesale are as follows: Clarity to be “VS2″ or better and color to be “I” or better as outlined on the industry grading guide.
This is the lowest price I can find in store and online! I really love them. They sparkle in every occasion and lighten up my face.

 

Some Nutty Growth in a Nutty Economy

April 3rd, 2008
A great benefit of tracking insiders closely is that they regularly lead you to obscure corners of the economy where few sane people would ever consider searching for growth.

Zales Close 105 Stores This Year

April 3rd, 2008

 

Jewelry retailer Zale Corp. announced in Feb. that it would close 105 stores and cut 20 percent of its headquarters staff. It said the actions will save $65 million a year as it tries to move out of a multiyear sales slump. 

Zale has struggled through weak holiday seasons, a constant flux in strategy and several changes in leadership in recent years. The weakening economy is hurting all jewelry retailers as customers cut back on luxuries.