CFO shakeup at Costco, KrogerIn a move that caught the industry by surprise, the longtime and highly respected CFO of Costco Wholesale Corp. is departing after serving in the role for nearly 40 years. eBay settles DOJ pill press allegations for $59 millioneBay has reached a multimillion-dollar settlement with the Department of Justice (DOJ) over allegations regarding the sale of pill presses on its site. Proposed Kroger, Albertsons merger delayed The proposed merger between two U.S. supermarket giants is no longer expected to be completed in March. eBay settles cyberstalking charges for $3 million eBay has reached an agreement with the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding an August 2019 harassment and intimidation campaign. Miami’s Bal Harbour Shops submits plans for a mixed-use expansion One of the world’s most profitable retail centers looks to add 600 apartments—40% of which will be workforce housing. Minimum wage increases go into effect in these 22 states The new year brought with it minimum wage increases in more than 20 states — with more to come later in the year. PREIT files for Chapter 11, malls to stay open during restructuring The mall owner commits to paying vendors, suppliers, and employees during the proceedings and expects to emerge from bankruptcy by February. Shein reportedly files for confidential IPO A global online retailer of value-priced fashion and lifestyle items is reportedly planning to go public in the U.S. NRF releases guidelines for artificial intelligence in retail The National Retail Federation (NRF) is establishing four high-level principles to help ensure appropriate and effective retailer use of artificial intelligence (AI). C-Suite Moves: October report Here’s a look at the major C-suite appointments that occurred in October (listed in the order they were announced). First Previous 13 14 15 16 17 Next Last
