In a first for Apple, store workers file for union electionApple is facing its first union election. Apple faces union push at NYC store; goal is minimum $30 per hour for all workersAnother high-profile retailer is facing a union organizing effort. Starbucks reportedly considering increased benefits for non-union workers Starbucks Corp. may be going on the offensive when it comes to discouraging its store employees from unionizing. Lowe’s offers new educational program to associates Lowe’s Companies Inc. is making it easier for full- and part-time associates to continue their education. Placer.ai: Retail winners of Q1 include Home Depot, Starbucks, Dollar General Rising gas prices, Omicron and ongoing supply chain and labor challenges made for tough going for some — but not all — retailers in the first quarter of 2022. Kohl’s touts ‘highly qualified’ board of directors in new letter to shareholders The war of words between Kohl’s Corp. and activist investor Macellum Advisors continues as the retailer promotes its board. Teens spending rises; fave brands are … The nation’s teenagers aren’t letting their increased concerns about economic uncertainty and the war in Ukraine put a damper on their spending. Schultz retakes helm of Starbucks; suspends share buybacks Howard Schultz wasted no time in making his presence felt as interim CEO of Starbucks. Report: Ninth Starbucks store votes to unionize as Schultz returns The arrival of a familiar face as interim CEO is not dampening enthusiasm for unionization at corporate Starbucks stores. Report: Robots help Walgreens fill prescriptions in micro-fulfillment hubs A major drugstore chain is reportedly the latest retailer to turn to robotic automation, in an effort to boost prescription-filling efficiency. First Previous 19 20 21 22 23 Next Last