October Retail Sales Look to Capture Fall Momentum Nov 2, 2009
But high expectations mean any disappointment in sales results could fuel a retreat by investors on stocks that have risen in recent weeks, fueled by pockets of good news from a variety of retailers from J Crew Group Inc to TJX Companies Inc. "If expectations are too high, even if the absolute number shows sequential improvements, the stocks will sell off," said Needham alyst Christine Chen. (ABC News -- Wire)
Ho-ho or so-so? Nov 1, 2009
TJX Companies Inc., which runs off-price Marshalls and T.J. Maxx stores, has already seen an October sales increase over last year and is predicting store sales to increase 3 to 5 percent in the fourth quarter. "We believe our great values on great brands are resonating with our loyal customer base and attracting new customers," said Carol Meyrowitz, the CEO of TJX.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Insider Report: Selling topped $18M in Aug. Insider Report: Selling totaled $53M in July Oct 27, 2009
Herrman, Ernie L. TJX COMPANIES INC. TJX $682,600. Stankiewicz, Charles W. AMERICAN SUPERCONDUCTOR CORP. AMSC $631,501. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Glimmer of light at end of tunnel for retailers Oct 9, 2009
TJX Companies, parent of the off-price chains T.J. Maxx and Marshalls, proved especially popular, with comparable store sales results up 7 percent over last year. "We saw strong trends continue in September and customer traffic counts accelerated beyond their already high levels," said President and CEO Carol Meyrowitz, in the company's announcement. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Top NBC Series Talent to Direct One-Minute Film Shorts on Personal Responsibility Oct 9, 2009
"This collaboration with NBC, which was developed and implemented by Boston-based advertising agency, Hill Holliday, is the latest addition to Liberty Mutuals Responsibility Project. According to Hill Hollidays CEO Mike Sheehan, This partnership between Liberty Mutual and NBC is just one example of how Liberty Mutual is leading innovation in consumer engagement. Were extremely proud to work with a partner like Liberty Mutual, which is at the forefront of new strategies to reach and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Iron Mountain director uses stock to his advantage Raytheon's Swanson chooses cash option Bruker cashes out Laukiens Oct 2, 2009
Rossi, Jerome R $1,235,438 TJX COMPANIES INC. TJX. Wiley, Fletcher H $1,048,320 TJX COMPANIES INC. TJX. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Hacker pleads guilty in massive credit card theft Sep 12, 2009
It said the charges were related to hacks into major US retailers including TJX Companies, BJs Wholesale Club, OfficeMax, Boston Market, Barnes and Noble and Sports Authority. Gonzalez also pleaded guilty in a separate case to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud relating to hacks into the Dave and Busters restaurant chain, the Justice Department said. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Computer Hacker to Plead Guilty in Major ID Theft Case Aug 29, 2009
Several other co-defendants in the Boston case have already pleaded guilty for having roles in the cyberfraud conspiracy that struck several retailers including Barnes & Noble, Sports Authority and TJX Companies, which owns discount clothing stores T.J. Maxx and Marshalls. TJX has claimed in court papers that it incurred more than $130 million in losses stemming from the intrusion. (Law.com)
Mastermind of TJX, Heartland breaches to plead guilty Aug 29, 2009
(08-28) 11:25 PDT -- , the man accused of masterminding the massive data thefts at TJX Companies Inc., Heartland Payment Systems and several other retailers has agreed to plead guilty to charges in a 19-count indictment that includes conspiracy, wire fraud and aggravated identity theft charges. More IDG Headlines. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Profile of a hacker: How the "soupnazi" did it Aug 19, 2009
August 2008: Gonzalez is indicted for improperly probing the networks of many major U.S. retailers including TJX Companies (owner of TJ Maxx), BJ s Wholesale Club, OfficeMax, Boston Market, Barnes & Noble, Sports Authority, Forever 21 and DSW. At the time, it was thought to be the largest individual instance of credit card data theft via the hacking of private computer systems, as nearly 40 million card numbers were stolen ... Gonzalez was already awaiting trial in New York for his hacking of... (Salon)
Insider report: Raytheon's Swanson chooses cash option Jul 16, 2009
Herrman, Ernie L TJX COMPANIES INC. TJX $309,948 ... Rossi, Jerome R TJX COMPANIES INC. TJX $1,317,938. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Lessons from the Data Breach at Heartland Jul 7, 2009
The TJX Companies (), which operates retailers including T.J. Maxx and Marshalls, has said it incurred costs of more than $171 million related to an intrusion discovered in 2006 that resulted in the compromise of tens of millions of accounts. Costs for the average company are lower, about $6. (BusinessWeek)
States reach settlement with TJX Companies Jun 25, 2009
TJX Companies Inc. the parent company of T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and other retailers, has agreed to pay 9. 75 million to 41 states including Iowa, Miller's office said. (Sioux City Journal)
Insider report: Bruker cashes out Laukien family in millions Jun 6, 2009
Wiley, Fletcher H $1,048,320 TJX COMPANIES INC. TJX. Smith, Ian F $965,557 VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC VRTX. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Markets Idle After Housing May 20, 2009
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TJX profit climbs May 20, 2009
May 19, 2009 at 9:14 AM EDT. NEW YORK Off-price retailer TJX Cos. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Berkshire Hills Bancorp to Acquire CNB Financial Corp. Apr 30, 2009
Mr. Farrell was previously a Division President with TJX Companies, a prominent apparel and home fashions retailer. Prior to that he was EVP and CFO of a national mall specialty retailer, a division of the former Melville Corporation now known as CVS/Caremark. (Primezone Releases)
Companies penalized for hood drawstrings Apr 8, 2009
T.J. Maxx and Marshalls share a parent company, The TJX Companies, Inc. But two separate settlements were negotiated one with TJX for $315,000 and one with Marshalls of MA Inc. for $235,000. The other companies included in the agreement are. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
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Jonathan's stock: The TJX Companies () Fridays close: $24. 84. (Fox News)
Teddy Bear Company Gets New CEO Mar 3, 2009
company, which makes gift bears and other novelties, announced Monday that John Gilbert, former marketing chief for The TJX Companies, Inc., has been named president and CEO.. Gilbert, a specialist in brand management, advertising and consumer strategy, formerly worked for Dunkin' Donuts, Yum. (KWTX.com, TX)
Hackers Steal Thousands of Wyndham Credit Card Numbers Feb 19, 2009
"You can sell that information for much more on the black market." CVV codes were also taken in the high-profile Heartland Payment Systems and The TJX Companies credit card thefts. When fraud is perpetrated using fake cards that include the CVV codes, the banks are responsible for the charges; when the fraudsters have only the card numbers and expiration dates -- the information used in online transactions for example -- then the retailer is responsible for the charges. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
