Walmart

Critics say a system of contracting out warehouse operation and hiring allows discounters to avoid responsibility for workers.

Wa-Mart, the nation's largest retailer, had impressive Black Friday sales, including more than 1.3 million televisions. Outside some stores, employees and supporters picketed for higher wages and better benefits.

Walmart workers will walk picket lines outside stores on Black Friday to protest the retail chain's low wages. Walmart, with more than a million employees, helps set pay levels for the retail industry.

Jobs are better, but fewer, as high-tech machines replace lower-skilled warehouse loaders and handlers

The retailer is broadening an investigation into whether its international operations have violated U.S. corruption laws.

Retailers are trying to lure holiday shoppers earlier with guarantees that doorbuster items will be available.

Walmart workers protest against unfair labor practices as a small number of store workers walk off the job, a first for the retailer.

Walmart stores in a handful of cities will double as distribution centers as the online giant moves into super quick delivery.

Walmart and American Express have teamed up to offer the new Bluebird card. They say it should help people avoid the high fees on checking accounts and debit cards.