North American News
Loblaw Workers OK Strike
Citing a lack of progress in contract negotiations, union workers at Loblaw Cos. stores in Ontario gave their leaders the authorization to call a strike against the retailer.
84 Lumber closing seven stores
In an ongoing effort to respond to the difficulties in the construction industry, Washington County-based home building materials company 84 Lumber has closed another seven stores, the company announced this week.
Family Dollar Sales Rise, Stock Falls
Family Dollar Stores here Wednesday posted third-quarter sales and earnings gains, but investors sent the stock tumbling about 8% after the company reduced its earnings guidance for the year.
European News
X5 Retail Sees Slowdown In Q2, Announces Departure Of CFO
The X5 Retail Group has reported a slight slowdown in sales growth for the second quarter, even as it announced that its CFO was leaving for a job at another company.
Australian and Asian News
Hong Kong's Latest Hole in the Wall: Marks & Spencer
In a grimy corner of Hong Kong, near cheap noodle stores and a red light district, is a testing ground for the regional strategy of British retail giant Marks & Spencer PLC. A 1,400 square foot "M&S-to-Go" outlet sells more than 300 fresh food lines, the first time the 125-year-old retailer has sold fresh produce outside the United Kingdom.
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