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Target learns a second language as it expands to Quebec
Province’s language laws, cultural sensitivities present challenges for America’s No. 2 retailer.
Updated: April 06, 2013, - 06:34 AM
Best Buy and Target end Geek Squad experiment
Last October, the two Minnesota-based retail giants launched a six-month pilot program in which Geek Squad agents staffed the electronics departments at 29 Target stores. Best Buy's CEO wants to refocus efforts on core store operations.
Updated: April 02, 2013, - 09:56 PM
Best Buy standoff evolved into Schulze-Joly alliance
Over time, Richard Schulze and Hubert Joly saw eye to eye on Best Buy’s prospects.
Updated: March 26, 2013, - 06:10 AM
Founder Richard Schulze rejoins Best Buy as chairman emeritus
The Richfield-based company also said Brad Anderson and Al Lenzmeier, two former top executives who advised Schulze on its buyout attempt, will serve as Schulze’s representatives on the board of directors.
Updated: March 25, 2013, - 09:49 PM
Best Buy poised to ax its venture capital unit
CEO Hubert Joly is focusing on more pressing issues, like reviving store sales.
Updated: March 23, 2013, - 04:03 PM
Shoppers empty shelves at Target's Canada stores
As shoppers flock to stores near Toronto, the retailer is struggling to keep some merchandise in stock.
Updated: March 22, 2013, - 08:45 PM
Best Buy's top China executive resigns
Nicholas Wang, CEO of Five Star, steps down as the company weighs a sale of the business, the Star Tribune has learned.
Updated: March 21, 2013, - 06:19 AM
Best Buy founder Richard Schulze faces Oct. 31 deadline to name directors
His failed quest to purchase Best Buy has thrown into doubt the composition of the board.
Updated: March 15, 2013, - 08:45 PM
Schulze still pressing to define role at Best Buy
The retailer’s founder is still contemplating how – or whether – to fill the two seats he gets on the...
Updated: March 15, 2013, - 05:36 AM
Target buys Cooking.com and Chefs Catalog
The retailer agreed to purchase Cooking.com and Chefs Catalog, which should broaden online options for Target customers.
Updated: March 14, 2013, - 09:28 PM
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