updated 12:00 p.m. ET July 19, 2009
CHICAGO - With only 160 shopping days left, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in some stores.
After U.S. retailers posted 10 straight months of sales declines, some chains are trying to bring holiday spirit — and revenue(财政收入) — to the summer with "Christmas in July" promotions(促销宣传).
Both Sears Holdings Corp and privately held Toys R Us are holding wintry holiday-themed events this summer ahead of their back-to-school promotions, which usually start around the end of July.