Ikea raising U.S. minimum wage to $16 per hour; adds more benefitsAnother retailer is increasing its minimum wage and adding benefits as it looks to attract workers in a tight labor market. Panera Bread to go public — again — but this time with help from Danny MeyerPanera Bread is set to return to the public arena through an initial public offering with an assist from one of the nation’s most high-profile restaurateurs. PriceChopper/Market 32, Tops Markets complete merger; to sell 12 Tops stores Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops Markets have completed their merger. Pet Supplies Plus in 97 new store commitments Pet Supplies Plus a robust store development pipeline. Staples still wants to acquire Office Depot The parent company of Staples remains determined to acquire its chief rival. Korn Ferry: Employee turnover at DCs skyrockets As the launch of the holiday shopping season approaches, U.S. retailers are having significant issues in ramping up distribution center staffing. Fleet Feet to acquire JackRabbit Fleet Feet continues to expand through acquisitions. Chipotle works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions Chipotle Mexican Grill is setting science-based greenhouse gas targets with the Science Based Targets initiative. Block of Oak Street snags top price paid for a Chicago retail asset in five years A block that lists Chanel, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Moncler on its retail roster has been purchased by Union Investment Real Estate for an undisclosed price. Francesca’s to open pop-ups, website for new tween brand Francesca’s Holdings Corp. has big plans for its tween-oriented Franki brand. First Previous 282 283 284 285 286 Next Last
