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Walmart expands investigation into bribery allegations
Jeff Horwich Nov 16, 2012
The retailer is broadening an investigation into whether its international operations have violated U.S. corruption laws.
Black Friday creeping earlier into Thursday
Jeff Tyler Nov 8, 2012
Retailers are trying to lure holiday shoppers earlier with guarantees that doorbuster items will be available.
States like Arizona hope to cash in on NAFTA supply chain
Peter O'Dowd Oct 31, 2012
Exports from big states like Texas, California and Michigan have soared since the 1990s when the North American Free Trade Agreement opened U.S. markets to Mexico. But not every state has been as savvy promoting cross-border trade.
Walmart workers stage unprecedented strike
Sally Herships Oct 10, 2012
Walmart workers protest against unfair labor practices as a small number of store workers walk off the job, a first for the retailer.
Walmart takes on Amazon with same-day delivery
Queena Kim Oct 10, 2012
Walmart stores in a handful of cities will double as distribution centers as the online giant moves into super quick delivery.
Testing the 'rules' of public negotiations
Jeremy Hobson Oct 10, 2012
American Airlines airlines has blamed its pilots, who are unhappy with new pay and work rules, for purposefully forcing delays and cancellations in protest.
Risks remain for American despite CEO apology
Mark Garrison Oct 10, 2012
American Airlines could face continued business fallout even as CEO apologizes to passengers for delays and talks resume with pilots.
New Bluebird prepaid card is alternative to checking accounts
Jeff Tyler Oct 9, 2012
Walmart and American Express have teamed up to offer the new Bluebird card. They say it should help people avoid the high fees on checking accounts and debit cards.
Stores expand holiday layaway options
Shereen Marisol Meraji Oct 5, 2012
Slow economic recovery means layaway is thriving.
American Airlines threatens to sue pilots' union
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Sep 28, 2012
American is trying to impose new pay and work rules on its pilots -- and they’re not happy. Their union hasn’t called for any official action, but American says pilots are filing more maintenance complaints and flying circuitous routes.
