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Abelson covers the retail sector and the business of sports. She focuses on the business strategies of local companies, and has reported stories from Asia, Europe, and South America that resonate in New England.
Latest stories
Talbots suitor Sycamore walks
By Jenn Abelson , Globe Staff
Sycamore Partners, which owns a nearly 10 percent stake in the clothier, informed Talbots on Friday it is “not prepared” to complete a takeover, sending the retailer’s stock tumbling.
Nordstrom eyes old Filene’s site on Boylston Street
By Jenn Abelson , Globe Staff
The luxury retailer plans to open its first store in Boston with its discount brand, Nordstrom Rack.
Brookstone chooses Golf Town founder as new chief executive
By Jenn Abelson , Globe Staff
The New Hampshire electronics chain has tapped Stephen Bebis, founder of the largest specialty golf retailer in Canada, as its new chief executive.
No. 1 consumer company
TJX keeps up discounting dominance
By Jenn Abelson , Globe Staff
The Framingham powerhouse rode soaring sales and big profits to the top.