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Does Apple Need Elon Musk?
April 29, 2016

It deserves to be said — before jumping into the speculation well about Apple’s future with Tesla — that there is perhaps something a bit silly about jumping to endgame planning on the basis of a single quarterly earnings result. Apple may have posted its...

The New Whole Foods Is Coming
April 29, 2016

Will Whole Foods’ new concept, 365 by Whole Foods Market — which promises to offer cut-priced organic goods, an improved customer experience and the ability to “hang out” in the new stores — force consumers to find a new reason to resent the grocery giant? Get...

eCommerce Demand Pushes UPS Earnings
April 29, 2016

An investment in smart technology is starting to pay off for United Parcel Service (UPS) as profits soar. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

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Barnes & Noble Chairman Leonard Riggio Stepping Down
April 29, 2016

There are long-term leaders in business, and then, there is Leonard Riggio. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

PulsePay Brings New Meaning To Impulse Buying
April 29, 2016

It was something of an adventure for the team behind PulsePay in designing their heart rate-based method of consumer authentication at the recent HackPSU, but they came away as the winners of the event's Vantiv challenge. The group shares their story with PYMNTS, including the...

Walmart Actually Decided To Phase Out Two Brands This Week
April 29, 2016

Most news outlets caught the announcement that Walmart was unwinding its deal with organic food firm Wild Oats after just a few years. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Will Riding Be The New Driving?
April 28, 2016

Driving — it’s the worst, right? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to...

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Global Fashion Group Sees Valuation Halved By Rocket Internet
April 28, 2016

Global Fashion Group has seen its valuation more than halved by Rocket Internet, owner of about 23 percent of the eCommerce company. Valued at around $3.1 billion a year ago, GFC is now valued at around $1.1 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Simon CEO Says Malls As Strong As Ever
April 28, 2016

Simon Property Group, the nation’s largest mall operator, has a somewhat better-than-expected earnings report this week. Funds from operations rose to $2.63 per share from $2.28 per share a year ago, a sign that occupancy rates and per-foot rates are on the incline. Get the Full...