Costco Q4 profit surges; reports flaw in financial controlsCostco Wholesale Corp.’s profit rose 13.5% in the fourth quarter, even as its online growth lost some steam. Interbrand: The most valuable global brand is…Five U.S. companies took the top spots in a ranking of the world’s top 100 brands based on their value. Net lease brokers reach the pinnacle at CBRE Chris Bosworth and Will Pike, who together lead the Net Lease Properties business at CBRE, have both been named vice chairmen. Toys ‘R’ Us comeback in works There may be a second act for Toys “R” Us. Stitch Fix to expand internationally Stitch Fix is taking its shopping experience global. New law in California requires companies to put women on their boards California has become the first state in the nation to require publicly traded companies to have at least one woman on their corporate boards. Levi Straus exec to head up Men’s Wearhouse Tailored Brands has appointed a new leader for its Men’s Wearhouse and Moores banners. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Weekly recap of retail-related judicial, legislation actions - Oct. 1 California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law a bill that mandates publicly-traded companies which are based in the state must have at least one female member on the board of directors. First Look: German brand with devoted following opens U.S. flagship A footwear brand whose roots date back to 1774 has gone direct to U.S. consumers with a physical store. Publix expanding corporate office—and workforce Publix Super Markets is expanding in its home state. Starbucks opens store made out of shipping containers Starbucks has gone modular in Taiwan. PCI compliance drops for first time in years More companies are failing compliance assessments or not maintaining full compliance, two issues that make them more vulnerable to cybercrime. First Previous 109 110 111 112 113 Next Last