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Deb Shops
Web Site:
http://www.debshops.com/
Established in 1932, Deb Shops was originally known as Joy Hosiery, a leading retailer of foundation garments in and around Philadelphia. Today, the company has evolved to become a nationwide leading junior apparel retailer under the brand names DEB, CSO, and Tops 'N Bottoms. There are over 330 stores in 41 states.
Symbol : DLIA
Web Site: http://www.delias.com
Investor relations: http://www.Deliasinc.com
a direct marketing and retail company comprised of three lifestyle brands primarily targeting consumers between the ages of 12 and 19. Its brands - dELiA*s, Alloy and CCS - were formerly part of Alloy, Inc.'s Alloy Merchandising Group and are well-established, differentiated, lifestyle brands that generate revenue by selling apparel, accessories, footwear, room furnishings and action sports equipment predominantly to teenage consumers through direct mail catalogs, websites and, for dELiA*s, mall-based specialty retail stores.
Delta
Apparel
Web Site :
http://www.deltaapparel.com/
Investor
Relations :
http://www.deltaapparel.com/deltaecom/money.nsf
November 2004 Description
They are a vertically integrated marketer, manufacturer and distributor of
high quality branded and private label activewear apparel. They specialize
in selling a variety of branded casual and athletic activewear tops and
bottoms, embellished and unembellished T-shirts, and fleece products for
the ever-changing apparel market. Their products are sold to screen
printers, private label accounts and distributors, as well as being sold
through specialty sporting goods stores and department stores. In
addition, certain products are sold in college bookstores and to the U.S.
Military.
Delta
Galil Industries
November 2004 Description
Delta Galil Industries Ltd. is a leading global apparel company
specializing in intimate apparel, men's underwear and socks. The Company
produces customized, innovative fashion and basic apparel for leading
retailers and brands around the world. Since its inception in 1975, Delta
has expanded from its original base in Israel to encompass design,
development and manufacturing centers on four continents and service more
than 50 customers in the US, the UK, continental Europe and Israel. With
more than 12,000 employees located worldwide, Delta exemplifies the
concept of a global company and takes pride in being a responsible
corporate citizen.
Delta
Woodside Industries
Web Site :
http://www.deltawoodside.com/
Investor
Relations :
http://www.deltawoodside.com/investor_relations.htm
November 2004 Description
Delta Woodside Industries, Inc. is the parent
of subsidiaries that are engaged in the manufacture, sale and distribution
of textile products. The Company produces woven textile fabrics through
its Delta Mills operating subsidiary, which is the only business segment
of the Company. Delta Woodside produces cotton pants-weight woven fabric
used in the manufacture of casual slacks, such as Levi-Strauss' Dockers
and Haggar Corp.'s Wrinkle-free. Other apparel items manufactured with the
Company's fabrics include women's chino pants, women's blazers and career
apparel (uniforms). The Company sells its fabrics primarily to numerous
apparel manufacturers, and apparel resellers and their subcontractors. The
Company also sells camouflage fabric and other fabrics used in apparel for
the United States Department of Defense.
Dillard Inc.
Web Site
:
http://www.dillards.com/
Investor
Relations :
http://www.shareholder.com/dillards/index.cfm
Symbol: DBRN Chart
Web Site: http://www.dressbarn.com/
Investor Relations : http://www.dressbarn.com/investorRelations.jsp?subnav=irhome
November 2004 Description
The Dress
Barn, Inc., headquartered in Suffern, NY, is one of the nation's leading
women's specialty retailers offering quality career and casual fashion
apparel at value prices. As of October 30, 2004, the Company operated 792
stores in 45 states. On November 17, 2004 they announced that it has
signed a definitive agreement to acquire Maurices Incorporated for $320
million subject to certain adjustments, and will finance the transaction
through a combination of cash on hand and new credit facilities. Dress
Barn intends to refinance a portion of the new credit facilities with
funds raised through debt or equity-linked offerings in the capital
markets. Dress Barn anticipates the acquisition will be accretive within
the first full year of combined operations and annual sales of the
combined company are expected to exceed $1.1 billion. The transaction,
unanimously approved by Dress Barn's Board of Directors, is expected to
close in January 2005 and is subject to customary closing conditions.
Founded in 1931, Maurices is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota. Known as
a small town specialty store, Maurices is a unique retail concept that
offers a broad assortment of fashionable, high quality apparel and
accessories to 17-34 year old women and men who seek stylish clothing for
both casual and dressy occasions. With a current total of 464 stores in 38
states, Maurices stores are located in strip centers and malls and are
typically the destination of choice for fashion-conscious customers in the
markets it serves. Maurices is differentiated from its competitors based
on its breadth of offerings, with a wide variety of proprietary branded
merchandise in addition to well-known national fashion labels. This is
reinforced by an attractive value proposition, with average prices that
are below those of larger market specialty store competitors.
Duckwall-Alco
Web Site :
http://www.duckwall.com/
Investor Relations :
http://www.duckwall.com/investor_relations.htm
The Company, which was founded in 1901 in Abilene, Kansas, is a regional retailer operating in 21 states in the central United States. The Company's strategy since the late 1980's is to expand by targeting smaller markets not served by other regional or national full-line retail discount chains and to offer the most convenient access to retail shopping within each market. The Company's ALCO discount stores offer a full line of quality merchandise consisting of approximately 35,000 items including automotive, candy, crafts, domestics, electronics, fabrics, furniture, hardware, health and beauty aids, housewares, jewelry, ladies', men's and children's apparel and shoes, pre-recorded music and video, sporting goods, seasonal items, stationary and toys. The Company's smaller Duckwall variety stores offer a more limited selection of merchandise. As of February 11, 2003 the Company operates 177 ALCO discount stores, accounting for approximately 92% of the total company sales of $411 million in fiscal 2003, and 85 Duckwall Variety stores.
Family Dollar Stores
Web Site :
http://www.familydollar.com/
Investor Relations :
http://www.familydollar.com/investors.aspx?p=irhome
Family Dollar Stores, Inc. is one of the fastest growing discount store chains in the United States. During the last ten years, more than 3,000 new stores have been added to the chain, of which over 2,000 were added in the last five years. The merchandising concept that drives this growth offers customers good values in low cost, basic merchandise for family and home needs. Their merchandise is sold at everyday low prices in a no frills, low overhead, self-service environment. Most merchandise is priced under $10.00. Stores are located in a contiguous 44-state area ranging northeast from Maine, southeast to Florida, as far northwest as Idaho and southwest to Arizona. Family Dollar stores generally range in size from 7,500 to 9,500 square feet, and most are operated in leased facilities. The relatively small size permits the Company to open new stores in rural areas and small towns, as well as in large urban neighborhoods. Within these markets, the stores are located in shopping centers or as freestanding buildings or in urban storefronts convenient to the Company’s value-conscious customer base.
Federated Department Stores
Federated, with corporate offices in Cincinnati and New York, is one of the nation's premier retailers, with fiscal 2006 sales expected to be more than $27 billion. Federated operates more than 850 department stores and more than 720 bridal and formalwear stores in 49 states, the District of Columbia, Guam and Puerto Rico under the names of Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Famous-Barr, Filene's, Foley's, Hecht's, Kaufmann's, Lord & Taylor, L.S. Ayres, Marshall Field's, Meier & Frank, Robinsons-May, Strawbridge's, The Jones Store, David's Bridal, After Hours Formalwear and Priscilla of Boston. The company also operates macys.com and Bloomingdale's By Mail. www.fds.com
Finish Line
Web Site :
http://www.finishline.com/
Investor Relations :
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml
November 2004 Description
The Finish Line, Inc. is one of the nation's leading
athletic specialty retailers, offering the best selection
of footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and
kids. Finish Line is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the
symbol FINL and currently operates more than 550 stores in
46 states.
Web Site :
http://www.footlocker-inc.com/
November 2004 Description
Foot Locker, Inc. is a global retailer of
athletic footwear and apparel, operating mall-based stores in North
America, Europe and Australia. The Company, through its subsidiaries,
operates in two segments: Athletic Stores and Direct-to-Customers. The
Athletic Stores segment is an international athletic footwear and apparel
retailer, whose formats include Foot Locker, Lady Foot Locker, Kids Foot
Locker and Champs Sports. The Direct-to-Customers segment reflects
Footlocker.com, Inc., which sells through its affiliates, including
Eastbay, Inc., through catalogs and the Internet. In May 2004, the Company
acquired 350 of Footstar, Inc.'s remaining 353 Footaction stores.
Footstar Inc.
Web Site :
http://www.footstar.com/
Investor Relations :
http://www.footstar.com/investor.html
Footstar is one of the largest footwear retailers in the United States competing in the discount/family footwear sector. The Company offers a broad assortment of discount and family footwear through licensed footwear departments operated by Meldisco. As of July 31, 2004, the Company operates 2,389 Meldisco licensed footwear departments nationwide in Kmart, Rite Aid and Federated Department Stores. The Company also distributes its own Thom McAn brand of quality leather footwear through Kmart, Wal-Mart and Shoe Zone stores. On March 2, 2004, Footstar voluntarily filed to reorganize under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.
Gadzooks
Web Site :
http://www.gadzooks.com/
November 2004 Description
Gadzooks, Inc. is a mall-based specialty retailer of
casual apparel and related accessories for young
women, principally between the ages of 16 and 22. At
the end of fiscal year ended January 31, 2004
(fiscal 2003), the Company operated 406 Gadzooks
stores in both metropolitan and middle markets in 41
states. During fiscal 2003, the Company opened one
new Gadzooks store, one new Orchid store, closed 30
Gadzooks stores and closed one Orchid store. During
2004, it closed 158 stores. At May 1, 2004, the
Company operated 252 stores. The stores are located
in metropolitan markets, such as Dallas, Chicago,
Atlanta, Boston and Kansas City, as well as middle
markets, such as Amarillo, Texas; Biloxi,
Mississippi, and Roanoke, Virginia. On February 3,
2004, Gadzooks filed a voluntary petition for
reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States
Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy
Court for the Northern District of Dallas.
GAP
Web Site :
http://www.gapinc.com/
Investor Relations :
http://www.gapinc.com/financmedia/financmedia.htm
Gap Inc. was founded in 1969 by Donald and Doris Fisher in San Francisco, California, with a single store and a handful of employees. Today, they are one of the world's largest specialty retailers with three of the most recognized and respected brands in the apparel industry — Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy. Gap Inc. has more than 150,000 employees supporting about 3,000 stores in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, France and Japan. Gap Inc. opened the first three Old Navy stores in 1994, in the Northern California cities of Colma, San Leandro, and Pittsburg. Old Navy's mission is to offer affordable, fashionable clothing and accessories for the whole family. All of their merchandise is sold under the Old Navy name and only in their stores or on their website.
Gottschalks
Web Site :
http://www.gottschalks.com/
Investor
Relations:
http://www.gottschalks.com/CompanyInfo/profile.aspx
November 2004 Description
Gottschalks Inc. is a
regional department and specialty store chain based in Fresno, California.
The Company currently operates 64 full-line "Gottschalks" department
stores which offer moderate to better brand-name merchandise and are
located in California, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Nevada. The
Company also operates 11 "Village East" and "Gottschalks" specialty
stores, which carry a more limited selection of merchandise. The Company
has operated for 100 years since its founding by Emil Gottschalk in 1904.
In 1986, when the Company announced its initial public offering, it
operated 10 department stores. Since then, a total of 54 department stores
and 11 specialty stores have been added and the Company has expanded to
serve 50 markets in the Western region. Through its July 2000 acquisition
of Lamonts Apparel, and new store openings in Oregon, Washington and
California, the Company has expanded its reach in the Western region,
allowing it to better serve its target markets. Gottschalks' goal is to
open two to four new stores per year, strengthening its presence in
existing markets, as well as entering new markets to increase its market
share and penetration.
Hanover Direct
Web Site :
http://www.hanoverdirect.com/
Web Site :
http://www.harolds.com/
Investor
Relations :
http://www.harolds.com/harolds/aboutus.aspx
2004
Description
Harold's
Stores, Inc. operates a chain of women's and men's specialty apparel
stores in the United States. At January 31, 2004, the Company operated 42
stores in 19 states, comprised of 39 full-price retail stores and three
outlet stores to clear markdowns and slow-moving merchandise, in addition
to limited merchandise produced specifically for the outlets. The Company
stores offer classically inspired apparel to the upscale,
quality-conscious consumer primarily in the 30- to 50-year old age group.
Hot
Topic
Web Site :
http://www.hottopic.com/
Investor Relations :
http://investorrelations.hottopic.com/
Hot Topic is a mall-based chain of retail stores that specializes in apparel, accessories, gifts, and music for teenagers. Walk into a store and the first thing you'll feel is energy. Energy from the music, energy from the merchandise, energy from the people. all of this is what makes Hot Topic different. The merchandise reflects a variety of music related lifestyles, which include street wear, retro influenced lounge, punk, club, and gothic. Add to that the wide selection of unique gifts and unusual accessories and you have it: Hot Topic is like no other store in the mall.
JC
Penny
Web Site :
http://www.jcpenney.com/
Investor Relations :
http://www.jcpenney.net/company/finance/finance.htm
J. C. Penney Corporation, Inc., the wholly-owned operating subsidiary of J. C. Penney Company, Inc., is one of America's largest department store, catalog, and e-commerce retailers, employing approximately 150,000 associates. As of Jan. 29, 2005, J. C. Penney Corporation, Inc. operated 1,017 JCPenney department stores throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, and 62 Renner department stores in Brazil. JCPenney Catalog, including e-commerce, is the nation's largest catalog merchant of general merchandise, and JCPenney.com is one of the largest apparel and home furnishings sites on the Internet. J. C. Penney Corporation, Inc. is a contributor to JCPenney Afterschool Fund, a charitable organization committed to providing children with high quality after school programs to help them reach their full potential.
Jos. A. Bank
Web Site :
http://www.josbank.com/HomePage.process
Investor Relations :
http://www.corporate-ir.net/ireye/ir_site.zhtml?ticker=JOSB&script=2100
To keep prices low, Jos. A. Bank has eliminated the middleman by working directly with some of the world's best factories and workrooms. That means we can pass significant savings along to customers. But that doesn't mean we scrimp on quality. Our buyers scour the globe for the finest fabrics with the richest textures and colors. Our tailors keep a close eye on every detail, adhering to the highest standards of fabric, fit and construction.
BANK NOTES
- Over 250 stores nationwide with a full selection of men's tailored and casual clothing, footwear and accessories
- 4 seasonal catalogs mailed internationally with toll-free ordering in the US 24 hours a day 7 days a week
- 100% guarantee of satisfaction behind every item we sell
- A heritage of nearly 100 years of quality, value and service
Symbol: KCP
Web Address: http://www.kennethcolor.com
Investor Relations: http://www.kennethcole.com/scripts/info/investorrelations.asp
Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc., incorporated in September 1982, designs, sources and markets a broad range of fashion footwear and handbags and, through license agreements, designs and markets apparel and accessories under its Kenneth Cole New York, Reaction Kenneth Cole and Unlisted brand names. During 2003, the Company added the Bongo trademark brand for footwear through a license agreement. The Company's products are targeted to appeal to fashion conscious consumers, reflecting a casual urban perspective and a lifestyle uniquely associated with Kenneth Cole. These products include core basics that generally remain in demand from season to season and fashion products that are designed to establish or capitalize on market trends. The combination of basic products and fashion styles provides freshness in assortments and maintains a fashion-forward image, while a multiple brand strategy helps diversify business risk. The Company markets its products to more than 7,500 department and specialty store locations, as well as through its Consumer Direct business, which includes more than 80 retail and outlet stores, consumer catalogs and interactive websites, including on-line e-commerce. The Company believes the diversity of its product offerings distinguishes the Company from its competitors in terms of product classifications (men's, women's and children's footwear, handbags, apparel and accessories), prices (from ''better'' to ''moderate'') and styling.
K-mart
Sears Holdings Corporation ;
parent of Kmart and
Sears
Symbol:
SHLD
Web Site:
http://www.searsholdings.com/
Investor Relations:
http://www.searsholdings.com/invest/
Web Site: http://www.kmart.com/
Investor Relations : http://www.kmartcorp.com/corp/
November 2004 Description
Kmart Corporation is a mass merchandising company that serves America through its 1,504 Kmart and Kmart Super Center retail outlets in 49 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. There are approximately 144,000 Kmart associates, including 2,400 associates at Kmart’s headquarters in Troy, Michigan. Pharmacy services are available in 1,152 Kmart stores. Food Service: 307 Kmart stores offer full Little Caesar’s Pizza Stations and 863 locations offer Little Caesar’s as a part of its menu for a total of 1,070 stores with a food service presence. Big Kmart - These stores are bigger, brighter and offer big savings, big value, big selection and big convenience. Big Kmart stores are designed to increase store sales by increasing the frequency of customer visits. The format focuses on three distinct businesses - home fashions, children’s apparel and consumables - and features an expanded food area known as the "Pantry." The layout makes it easier for customers to shop by placing the departments their customers wants to shop near one another, and closer to the front of the store. The average Big Kmart carries nearly 100,000 stock-keeping units (SKU’s). Big Kmart stores average between 84,000 to 120,000 sq. ft. in size and employ nearly 120 associates. Kmart Super Centers - Kmart Super Centers are combination full-service grocery and general merchandise stores. Most Kmart Super Centers operate 24-hours a day and offer special services. Kmart Super Centers range in size from 140,000 to 190,000 sq. ft. and employ nearly 350 associates. Kmart Super Centers feature in-house bakeries, USDA fresh meats, fresh seafood - delivered daily of course, a full delicatessen and a variety of specialty food kiosks. The average Kmart Super Center carries between 100,000 and 150,000 SKU’s. There are currently 60 Kmart Super Centers. Traditional Kmart Stores - The traditional Kmart store is the one most people recognize. Traditional Kmart stores average between 80,000 to 110,000 sq. ft. in size and employ about 100 associates. Kmart stores carry a full selection of general merchandise and include a Pharmacy. The average Kmart store carries between 60,000 and 80,000 SKU’s.
Kohl's Corp.
Web Site: http://www.kohls.com/main/home.jsp
Investor Relations : http://www.kohlscorporation.com/InvestorRelations/Investor01.htm
November 2004 Description
Based in Menomonee Falls, Wis., Kohl's is a family-focused, value oriented specialty department store offering moderately priced national brand apparel, shoes, accessories and home products. The company operates 637 stores in 40 states.
Web Site:
http://www.limited.com/
Investor
Relations :
http://www.limited.com/investor/index.jsp
Founded in 1963 with one women’s apparel store in Columbus, Ohio, Limited Brands is committed to building a family of the world’s best fashion brands to create sustained growth of shareholder value by focusing its time, talent, and capital on the highest return opportunities. Limited Brands continues to simplify its business structure dramatically – through spin-offs, split-offs and sales of businesses. At the same time, the Company has returned more that $6 billion in value to its shareholders over the past seven years. Limited Brands done more than just merge with Intimate Brands and rename the Company – it has radically transformed itself into a worldwide leader in lingerie, personal care and apparel. Today, the business is driven by three value-based levers: capability, talent and a focused portfolio of world-class brands. Today, the Company has more resources and more talent in the business than at any point in its history, and is determined to mobilize its forces against the brands that offer the greatest growth potential. Limited Brands, through Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works, Express, Express Men's, Limited Stores, White Barn Candle Co. and Henri Bendel, presently operates over 3,800 specialty stores. Victoria's Secret products are also available through the catalogue and http://www.victoriassecret.com/
May Department Stores
Web Site: http://www.mayco.com/
Investor Relations : http://www2.mayco.com/common/annual_report.jsp
November 2004 Description
The May Department Stores Company currently operates 502 department stores under the names of Famous-Barr, Filene's, Foley's, Hecht's, Kaufmann's, Lord & Taylor, L.S. Ayres, Marshall Field's, Meier & Frank, Robinsons-May, Strawbridge's, and The Jones Store, as well as 231 David's Bridal stores, 459 After Hours Formalwear stores, and 11 Priscilla of Boston stores in its Bridal Group. May operates in 46 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
Men's Warehouse Inc.
Web Site: http://www.menswearhouse.com/
Investor Relations : http://www.menswearhouse.com/home_page/our_company/co65_investors.jsp?bmUID=1101143385568
November 2004 Description
The Men's Wearhouse, Inc. - North America's largest specialty retailer of men's tailored clothing and business attire - is in the business of making men look good. The stores carry a full selection of designer, brand name and private label suits, sport coats, dress casual, casual, shoes and accessories. Founded in 1973, the company has expanded to three brands - Men's Wearhouse, K&G and Moores of Canada. The Men's Wearhouse Group reached revenues of $1.27 billion in its 2001 fiscal year. Men's Wearhouse Group is also moving into the women's clothing line in many of its K&G stores.
Mothers Work Inc.
Web Site: http://www.motherswork.com/
Investor Relations : http://www.motherswork.com/Financials.asp
Mothers Work is the leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of maternity fashion in the U.S., with more then 1,100 locations nationwide, owning leading brands including Motherhood Maternity, Mimi Maternity, A Pea in the Pod, Destination Maternity, iMaternity and offers Internet retailing at Maternitymall.com and by phone ordering. The business operates under four different store concepts offering a full range of great fashions including career, casual, exercise and special occasion maternity wear, as well as nursing fashions. The company philosophy of "giving the customer the fashion she wants, when she wants it" is delivered by utilizing proprietary systems which respond to consumer demand quickly to leverage our vertical integration, world wide sourcing and proprietary "Real Time Retailer" computer systems. Mothers Work was founded by President and COO, Rebecca Matthias in 1982 in the front closet of her Philadelphia home, with an investment of $10,000 of her own savings. Rebecca, a civil engineer and pregnant with her first child was unable to find clothing appropriate for her role in the business world. Since the time of it's initial public offering in March 1993, Mothers Work, Inc. has increased its store base by over 1300%. The company's growth has been a result of the addition of new stores, the acquisition of existing maternity stores, increased sales volume and a great group of employees.
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