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Walgreens Inches Closer To Deal To Buy Rite Aid

Walgreens Boots Alliance is in “advanced talks” to buy rival drugstore Rite Aid in a deal that may…

News October 27
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Chase Unveils The Latest Mobile Wallet, Chase Pay

Chase has officially entered the mobile payments fray already populated by Apple, Samsung and Android by unveiling Chase…

News October 27
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REI To Close Its Stores On Black Friday As Part Of #OptOutside Campaign

Outdoor apparel and recreational gear retailer REI has decided to buck industry trends by shutting its doors for…

News October 27
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GiftStarter Applies Crowdfunding Concept To Group Gifting

During the holiday season or for large occasions such as weddings, consumers often frantically scramble to find and…

News October 27
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Social Annex Releases Ranking Algorithm To Categorize Product Images

Retailers and manufacturers alike have to acquire and retain consumers if they want their brand to flourish. One…

News October 27
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Purchase Likelihood Highest For Products Rated Between 4.2 And 4.5 Out Of 5 Stars

While every retailer and solution provider pushes for perfect ratings to illustrate the effectiveness of their products, these…

News October 27
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Bridgestone To Acquire Pep Boys Chain For $835 Million

In a deal that will add more than 800 locations to its existing 2,200 tire and auto service…

News October 26
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Staples Co-Founder Tom Stemberg Passes Away At 66

Tom Stemberg, Co-Founder of Staples, passed away on Oct. 23 at the age of 66. Stemberg died at…

News October 26
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LE TOTE Releases Mobile App For Direct Product Access

On-demand fashion rental service LE TOTE has released its first mobile app, providing iPhone users direct access to…

News October 26
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