NEW YORK CITY-Retailers posted a 1.7% same-store sales increase in November, according to ICSC's monthly report.

NEW YORK CITY-ICSC cuts its view, in part, due to Wal-Mart's sales revision last week.

DALLAS-The video retailer may increase its offer beyond the current, $1 billion, $11.50 per share bid, officials say.

CANTON, MA-The deal gives Sun Capital Partners Levi's stores on both sides of the Mississippi.

NEW YORK CITY-The firm is also encouraged by Target's holiday merchandising initiatives, report says.

NEW YORK CITY-But Wal-Mart reports that November sales will be lower than expected.

TRUSSVILLE, AL-When it opens in 2006, Colonial Pinnacle at Tutwiler Farm will be one of two centers the company has under development in the state.

PHILADELPHIA-Company faces pressure from Charming Shoppes, Gap and Target. Same-store sales for year drop 4.9%.