Jim Sluzewski
Jim Sluzewski
investing return
We know that there is a return on investment. Otherwise, we wouldn't be investing in reinvent.
work
We have a lot of work to do before we get to that point.
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We're studying the brand, and when we make some decisions, we'll be letting the world know.
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We are working with the employees and will offer jobs within the store or in our other stores in northeast Ohio to as many people as possible.
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We really haven't studied that situation to determine the best course of action.
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We're obviously glad the transit workers are going back to work and that the transit system will be back to normal soon. We're looking forward to welcoming customers into stores as they finish their holiday shopping.
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The proof will be in the integration of the transition.
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Today was the day we made the decision that the plan is to sell Lord & Taylor as an ongoing business.
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We understand the emotions. Field's is a great name and a great tradition and it was a hard decision for us to make. But the truth is, Field's business has not been good and we think we have a chance to revitalize those stores as Macy's.
store
We're still evaluating the store base. We've made no other determinations as of yet.
buyer
When we have a buyer for it, we'll be making an announcement.
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There are a lot of negotiations going on around the country, and it's not in our best interest to comment until we have a final determination.
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There are only certain windows, certain periods of time when executives can trade stocks and exercise options.
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When people say to me, 'Why aren't people shopping in department stores anymore?' I tell them our sales this year will be $27 billion, which is a lot of shopping in department stores.