Shima Seiki's fiscal year ending March saw a significant increase in net profits due to foreign exchange gains from the weak yen, despite a decrease in sales.

Three department stores saw an increase in sales compared to the previous year in April, while two saw a decrease. Differences in ability to attract customers determine success or failure.

F&A Holdings, which operates 4°C, changes its name to "4°C." Fiscal year ending February 2013 marks record profit.

Lapine's February quarter saw a third consecutive quarter of increased net profits, with new product development and retail store initiatives contributing positively

Onward's February quarter sales increased 6.6% year-on-year, profits increased for the third consecutive period, and the company performed well domestically despite struggling overseas.

TSI Holdings reports full-year net loss despite increased sales due to new store openings and restructuring costs

Sogo & Seibu's February financial results show a net loss of 3.65 billion yen, impacted by store closures

Kintetsu Department Stores' consolidated financial results for the February period turned to the black. Store closures had an impact, but structural reforms contributed to the positive.

Prada Group reports strong financial results, significant increase in revenue with 78 new directly managed stores, and 45% increase in net profit

J. Front's February quarter saw a significant increase in revenue of 16.1% and ordinary income of 40.4%. Net income fell 35.2% due to a large corporate tax burden.

Takashimaya's February quarter sales increased 1.4%, ordinary income increased 22.6%, and profit increased 51.8% for the current period. High-end items performed well.

Department stores report strong sales in March, with Isetan Shinjuku up 16.3% and Hankyu Umeda Main Store up 72.8%

Department stores announce February sales figures. Overall, sales increased year-on-year for the second consecutive month.

French company PPR reports strong results for fiscal 2012

LVMH Group announces 2012 financial results, even stronger than 2011

Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings announces third quarter financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2013