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The remaining "Department" stores don't make money selling tools and appliances. Macy's, Dillards, Bloomingdales, etc - make money by selling high mark-up items such as cosmetics and clothing/shoes. These are somewhat consumable items in terms of use and/or fashion.

When was the last time your wife or girlfriend said she was going to go shopping for makeup or a new outfit and went to Sears? There just is no place for this 20th century retailer in the marketplace.