Regulatory Wrap-Up: Weekly recap of retail-related legislative developments-April 29The recent "win" by the UFCW at Stop & Shop, which ended with initial approval of three-year labor agreement, cost the company around $100 million as stores struggled to stay open. Panera Bread names new CEOA Krispy Kreme executive is taking the top spot at Panera Bread. Pier 1 expresses confidence in its plan; disputes bankruptcy report Pier 1 has fired back regarding credit rating agency S&P’s warning that the chain’s potential for a bankruptcy filing is increasing. McDonald's in partnership to hire more older workers McDonald’s is targeting the fastest-growing segment of the workforce through a first-of-its-kind collaboration in the quick-service restaurant industry. Walmart’s deal to sell Asda to a rival is dead A deal that would create the largest supermarket chain in the U.K. has been blocked by Britain’s competition watchdog. Where’s the beef? Walmart knows Walmart is entering the beef industry with a big push toward supply chain transparency. Chico’s CEO out; company on hunt for successor Chico’s FAS has a temporary new leader at the top. Burlington Stores’ CEO to leave; successor named A Ross Stores veteran has been tapped to take the reins of Burlington Stores. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Weekly recap of retail-related legislative developments-April 22 New York City approves first-of-its-kind law preventing employers from testing job applicants for marijuana. Bed Bath & Bed co-founders retiring; activist investors say shakeup not enough Bed Bath & Beyond is overhauling its board. But the changes aren’t enough to satisfy activist investors who are pushing for bigger changes. First Previous 284 285 286 287 288 Next Last
