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Ron Johnson launching start-up that helps online shoppers choose products
New York -- The cat is finally out of the bag. Former J.C. Penney CEO and Apple retail head Ron Johnson confirmed that he is launching a new company—but it’s not a tech-gadget delivery service as was widely rumored. Instead, the new initiative, set to launch in 2015, is designed to help online hoppers make the right product choices. -
Expenses reduce Aaron’s net income; plans 142 new stores over next several years
Atlanta –- Aaron’s Inc.reported that its third quarter income fell 55% to $9.3 million, from $21.1 million the same quarter the prior year, amid expenses related to store closings, corporate realignment, executive retirements, the resolution of a regulatory investigation and the purchase of Progressive Finance Holdings. Revenues increased 32% to $707.6 million compared to $537.2 million, aided by the addition of Progressive revenue.

