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Amazon’s Muscle Could Sway Decision On Staples-Office Depot Merger

Both the current and potential strength of Amazon in the office supplies marketplace will be a critical factor…

News March 23
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Retail Recap Of The Week

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and with just under $20 billion expected to be spent on…

Executive Viewpoints February 11
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FTC Rejects Latest Staples-Office Depot Merger Proposal

UPDATE as of 12/22: In an effort to satisfy demands of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) upon its attempts…

News December 22
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Retail Recap Of The Week

Now that we’re moving into the heart of this crucial selling season, retailers realize they not only must…

Executive Viewpoints December 10
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FTC Regulators Aim To Block Staples Acquisition Of Office Depot

Federal regulators are preparing to block Staples’ anticipated $6.3 billion acquisition of rival Office Depot, according to sources…

News November 30
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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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Shoppers Plan To Curb Back-To-School Spending

Although it seems like the summer has just started, some areas of the U.S. plan to kick off…

Features July 23
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Cultivating An Omnichannel Culture: 4 Themes From NRF’s BIG Show

By Jessica Bergmann, Demandware Although it missed top session billing, the subject of organizational culture received significant airtime…

Executive Viewpoints February 17
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Staples Buys Office Depot For $6.3 Billion

UPDATE: On Feb. 4, 2015, the Associated Press confirmed that Staples will buy Office Depot for $6.3 billion. Through the cash-and-stock…

News February 4
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