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Primark opens Manhattan store amid broader US growth

Primark has opened a new flagship store in Manhattan’s Penn District, bringing its US store count to 40 locations across 13 states. This latest New York site is the most recent in a string of openings by the budget retailer, which of late has also launched stores in Florida, Illinois, and Texas. Located at Herald Square, this newest flagship...

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Retail rents actually declining in New York

Something on the island of Manhattan actually declined in price? Hopefully this isn't a sign of the apocalypse. CNBC has reported that retail rents in New York are actually dropping, which has led to a new wave of retailers coming in. Average rent prices in 12 of 16 main retail locations in New York fell in the past 12 months, according to a new...

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Perry Ellis and Rosega sign license deal for Manhattan in Argentina

Perry Ellis International, Inc. has entered into a license agreement with Rosega S.A. to design and distribute men’s dress shirts under the Manhattan trademark in Argentina. The company said that the collection will be distributed in department and specialty stores with a product launch planned in the fall 2018. "We are excited to welcome Rosega...

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Planet Blue to open SoHo location

Los Angeles - SoCal brand Planet Blue is coming to the East Coast. The bohemian-styled retailer is opening a new flagship in SoHo this upcoming May. The store will open off of Lafayette St. in Manhattan. The reason Planet Blue chose this location was due to their increasing market online in that area. Although the brand is popular on the West...

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Zara unveils new eco-efficient flagship store in Soho, New York

London - Fast-fashion giant Zara is set to unveil its 47,361 square foot (4.400 square meter) flagship store in the heart of Soho, Manhattan on Friday. Located at 503-511 Broadway, the store spans three floors and offers the labels full range for women, men and children. The new flagship store is important for the Spanish fashion chain, as...