Starbucks brews up slower growth in Q1, but earnings top estimatesStarbucks’ revenue and same-store sales fell slightly short of Street estimates even amid a strong performance from the China region. Toys ‘R’ Us to close up to 182 U.S. stores as part of reorganization planStruggling Toys “R” Us is planning to shrink its U.S. store portfolio by as much as 20% as it looks to emerge from bankruptcy protection before the 2018 holiday season, the retailer said in a court filing. Report: Amazon to acquire big stake in call center Amazon is reportedly close to acquiring a Colorado call center operator and customer-engagement outsourcing company. Rooms To Go moves outdoors with acquisition Report: Nine West close to filing for bankruptcy Nine West Holdings could be the next retailer to file for bankruptcy protection. Rite Aid: Transfer of stores to Walgreens on ‘track’ Rite Aid’s transfer of stores to Walgreens Boots Alliance is expected to be complete in spring of this year. Tween retailer hires outside firm for debt advice Claire's Stores Inc. has hired Lazard as its investment banker to help it address the chain’s debt load. Sears downgraded by Fitch Ratings Fitch Ratings downgraded Sears Holdings Corp.'s ratings to C from CC, after the retailer announced a distressed debt exchange. Footwear retailer on hunt for new president The president of Famous Footwear is retiring. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Efforts gain ground to raise minimum wage in N.J.; paid leave legislative passes in Md. The CEO pay conversation is escalating quickly, according to weekly review of retail-related legislative developments. First Previous 394 395 396 397 398 Next Last
