Target Q&A delves into equal payWhile the issue of equal pay among genders, ethnicities and races remains a hot topic at companies across the retail industry, Target is facing the issue head-on. NRF, White House make a ‘pledge’ to bolster retail career opportunitiesThe National Retail Federation is joining forces with the Trump administration to increase the skills of current and future retail workers. Toys ‘R’ Us settles with ‘some’ creditors Now that the dust has settled on its liquidation sales, Toys “R” Us has entered into a plan to pay off some its creditors, including vendors. Starbucks to open its first U.S. ‘signing’ store Starbucks Corp. is about to open a store that breaks new ground in the company’s efforts to be inclusive. Meal-kit company reportedly shuts down The kitchen is closed at Chef’d. Walmart names new exec for healthcare business Walmart has a new leader in charge of health and wellness. Sears ends its legacy in Chicago Sears has closed its last store in the city it calls home. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Insider’s weekly guide to retail-related legislative developments – July 16 Paid leave back in the spotlight in legislative recap. Chain Store Age webinar on equal pay in retail The issue of equal pay has moved to the forefront in the ongoing conversation about workplace power imbalances. Dollar Tree continues to expand distribution network Dollar Tree has opened the doors to its 23rd distribution center, and another is on the way. More layoffs at Sears Sears Holdings Corp. has made another round of layoffs. Tax law glitch puts crimp on store renovation plans A drafting error in the new tax law is causing some retailers and restaurant owners to delay their renovation and improvement plans. First Previous 274 275 276 277 278 Next Last