Brookstone closing stores; files Chapter 11—againTroubled specialty gift retailer Brookstone Inc. has lowered the ax on its mall stores. Done deal for Walmart BrazilGlobal private equity firm Advent International has acquired a majority stake in Walmart Brazil. Publix’s Q2 earnings rise amid lower tax rate and new accounting rule Publix Super Market’s sales and earnings rose in the second quarter despite a calendar shift in the timing of the Easter calendar. Seritage Growth Properties gets $2 billion financing from Berkshire Hathaway A real estate investment trust that was spun off from Sears Holding Corp. has secured new financing from an early investor. Forest City to be acquired in mega real estate deal Forest City, whose retail holdings include retail centers throughout New York City, is being acquired by a Brookfield real estate fund. Furniture company files for bankruptcy—again The parent company of furniture brands including Thomasville & Co. and Broyhill has filed for bankruptcy protection. Kroger reportedly considering extending Visa ban The Kroger Co. is at odds with Visa over swipe fees. Consumers still not sold on biometrics payments security Biometric payments are poised for significant growth, but substantial consumer security concerns could put its future at risk. Contactless payments to skyrocket The adoption of contactless payments are on the rise, but mobile payments aren’t the top option. Amazon Watch: Online giant’s soaring Q2 earnings lead weekly recap In addition to reporting a huge jump in its second quarter earnings, Amazon made headlines this past week for several other stories. Here’s a rundown: First Previous 126 127 128 129 130 Next Last
