Nov 28th, 2008 · Move over Turkey Day — Black Friday is here. That's the day when merchants hope to get into the black. Given the current economic turmoil, retailers are using drastic sales to try to attract business. NPR's Tamara Keith, is at Best Buy outside Washington, D.C., and she talks with Steve Inskeep about whether the economic downturn has shoppers reining in their spending.
Nov 18th, 2008 · Electronics were supposed to be a bright spot in a dismal holiday shopping season, but Best Buy and Circuit City are in terrible shape. Are any sectors looking good?
Mar 10th, 2008 · A new study shows that consumers are reducing their purchases of TVs, digital cameras and other electronics. That drop in sales isn't news to Circuit City. The No. 2 electronics chain is overhauling stores and cutting costs to survive the downturn and tough competition from Best Buy and Wal-Mart.
Feb 18th, 2008 · Blu-ray scored a big win in the DVD format battle with Wal-Mart's decision to phase out high-definition DVDs. The news came after Best Buy and the online DVD rental service Netflix also decided to carry Blu-ray over rival HD.
Jun 5th, 2007 · These days musicians rely on Wal-Mart and Best Buy to sell their CDs. Or they can take it a step further with Home Shopping Network. Former Beatles lead singer Paul McCartney hit the channel last week, playing songs from his new album and ruminating on the world.
Feb 2nd, 2006 · The indie music retailer CD Baby has joined forces with electronics chain Best Buy. CD Baby is widely known among musicians and fans as one of the best distribution options for independent musicians, while big box retailers have been criticized for driving mom and pop stores out of business. From Minnesota Public Radio, Annie Baxter reports.
Sep 23rd, 2005 · Is Nike a good fit for investors? Is Best Buy a better buy than Circuit City? What's behind the big gains in big gulp maker 7-Eleven? David Gardner talks retail earnings with Motley Fool analyst Stephen Simpson.