'Clearly, this downturn caused every major retailer to revisit its own business plans.'

Retail is waiting with baited breath for an individualized evaluative process.

PITTSBURGH-The retailer's namesake stores are done with expansion, though the Aerie chain will grow.

PITTSBURGH-The retailer's namesake stores are done with expansion, though the Aerie chain will grow.

NEW YORK CITY-The apparel retailer is also looking for landlords to make cuts on rent.

NEW YORK CITY-The apparel retailer is also looking for landlords to make cuts on rent.

The Cascadia Green Building Council is helping brokers earn their stripes in green building.

NEW YORK CITY-Wal-Mart's surprise 4.5% year-over-year gain helped boost the rest of the industry's overall performance.