Amazon acquires EeroAmazon continues to flex its strength in the smart home products market. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Weekly review of retail-related legislative developments-Feb. 11New Jersey increases the minimum wage to $15/hr by 2024, with first increase occurring on July 1, 2019. It also incrementally increases the state’s tipped wage to $5.13/hr by 2024. Toys ‘R’ Us looks for comeback under new name Toys “R” Us is back — sort of. Staples makes another acquisition Staples continues to strengthen its service offerings. Done Deal: Lord & Taylor flagship sold One of New York’s landmark retail buildings has a new owner. Payless ShoeSource reportedly preps for bankruptcy Payless ShoeSource may be taking its second trip to bankruptcy court in less than two years. Lidl furthers commitment to U.S. with new chairman German grocery conglomerate Lidl has tapped a former executive of rival Aldi as chairman of its U.S. operations. Publix promotes company vet to VP of manufacturing A familiar face is assuming the role of VP of manufacturing at Publix Super Markets. Shopko to close 250 more stores Following a January Chapter 11 filing, Shopko is shuttering 251 stores on top of the 38 locations it previously announced would close. Survey: Retailers will love Valentine’s Day spending this year Score one for love, according to results of a new survey on consumer Valentine’s Day plans. Amazon places interest in autonomous vehicles with investment Amazon is taking its involvement with self-driving vehicles to a new level by funding a startup. Skechers runs strong in Q4; bullish on guidance Strong global sales gave a big boost to Skechers in the fourth quarter. First Previous 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Next Last
