Clothing Companies

J.Jill's business dates back to the 1950s, but Thursday will mark a milestone for the company when its shares begin trading on the stock market for the first time ever. According to "IPO Candy," a Seeking Alpha contributor, J.Jill started off as a catalog business in 1959 and evolved into a woman's...

Moosejaw, a Michigan-based retailer, was acquired by retailing giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc (NYSE: WMT) for $51 million in cash. Moosejaw sells outdoor related items, including winter jackets, clothing, footwear, backpacking, climbing and general fitness apparel through its 10 physical stores in the...