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Barnes & Noble Plans to Open 60 New Stores in 2025

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Waterstones Managing Director James Daunt, who also leads Barnes & Noble, told FT that last year represented a really significant expansion, and that the company plans to do that or more in 2025.

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Apple Enters Saudi Arabia with Digital Storefront, Physical Stores Planned for 2026

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Apple plans to open several flagship locations in Saudi Arabia, including one in the town of Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The digital storefront serves as a precursor to physical stores , which will arrive beginning in 2026. Known as the “City of Earth,” Diriyah is the birthplace of Saudi Arabia.

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Starbucks Replaces Top Finance Exec in Latest C-Suite Shuffle

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stores, and he provided details on the Back to Starbucks revitalization plan in November 2024. Starbucks Tackles a Challenging Business Environment Soon after Niccol joined the company , he said that Starbucks would focus on improving customer service in its U.S. 29, 2024, Starbucks had revenues of $7.07 billion , down 1% from the $7.12

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S&P Global Downgrades Saks’ Credit Rating, Calls $600 Million Financing Deal ‘Tantamount to a Default’

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The financial ratings agency said that because the $600 million in financing from a majority of existing Saks bondholders involves “the planned exchange of its notes at a discount to par,” it is “tantamount to a default.” “The

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Sustainability and Profitability: How Embedding Sustainability can Boost Business Performance

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BNP Paribas, HSBC and IFC) are leveraging supply chain finance, tied to sustainable operation, to align with suppliers which, if standards are met, can unlock real benefit to the business including preferred and lower interest rates, tiered financing and access to more working capital. Our research highlights that U.S.

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David’s Bridal Says Yes to the Dress Again with New Resale Program

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“We’re excited to unveil Adored by David’s, offering stunning, affordable dresses to help her embrace sustainability without compromise,” said Kelly Cook, President for Brand, Technology and Finance at David’s Bridal in a statement. “By Additionally, the retailer plans to introduce storied and vintage items into its ecosystem.

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Flush with New Financing, Wonder Plans to Open One New Store Per Week in 2025

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The company, which combines takeout, delivery and meal kits in a single app, plans to open one new store per week, growing its footprint from 46 locations to more than 90 by the end of this year. Were excited to bring Wonder to more communities throughout the Northeast, and are focusing on our expansion into Philadelphia and D.C.,

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