High street rents decline in New York CityFor upwardly mobile brands desiring a showcase on Broadway in SoHo or on Madison Avenue in New York, now’s the time to grab a space. Amazon powers up three new renewable energy projectsAmazon is investing in solar and wind farms in the U.S. and U.K. Chinese partner of GNC reportedly considering buyout of retailer Will GNC Holdings go private? Cumberland Farms acquired by U.K. firm A well-established player in the European convenience store market has expanded its presence in the United States. President of Retail Industry Leaders Association to retire; successor named The Retail Industry Leaders Association announced that its longtime president is stepping down. Walmart in unique, multi-energy agreement Walmart is expanding its sourcing from wind energy projects in two different energy markets. Michaels Companies names CEO The Michaels Companies Inc. has made it permanent. Under Armour founder to step down as CEO; replacement named Under Armour is getting a new chief executive come the new year. Destination Maternity files Chapter 11, store closings likely; looks for buyer The nation’s largest retailer of maternity wear has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid sagging sales, increased competition and changing customer tastes. Saks Fifth Avenue parent Hudson’s Bay to go private Hudson's Bay Company has agreed to be taken private by a group of its shareholders after they upped their offer. Eyemart Express ramps up expansion A Dallas-based optical retailer is expanding into new markets. Burlington Stores names CFO Burlington Stores Inc. has tapped an insider as its finance head. First Previous 431 432 433 434 435 Next Last
