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Sherwin-Williams Announces Settlement With the Internal Revenue Service
October 24, 2011

_ CLEVELAND, Oct. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sherwin-Williams Company The settlement, which resolves all ESOP related tax issues (including interest), will result in an after-tax charge relating to federal and state incomes taxes totaling approximately $75.0 million ($0.72 per diluted common share) and a reduction in shareholders' equity of approximately $51.2 million in Sherwin-Williams' fourth quarter. These amounts were not included in Sherwin-Williams' previous fourth quarter and full year 2011 earnings guidance. Contacts: Bob WellsSenior Vice President - Corporate Communications and Public AffairsSherwin-WilliamsDirect: 216.566.2244rjwells@sherwin.com Mike ConwayDirector - Corporate Communications and Investor RelationsSherwin-WilliamsDirect: 216.515.4393Pager: 216.422.3751mike.conway@sherwin.com The Sherwin-Williams Company

CVS announces executive promotions
October 24, 2011

Woonsocket, R.I. -- CVS Caremark announced the promotion of three senior executives within its retail organization. Robert Price, chief marketing officer of CVS/pharmacy, takes on an expanded role in the company with the addition of retail innovation and store design to his responsibilities; Scott Baker, RPh, executive VP, internal operations, real estate and supply chain, adds inventory management and logistics to his responsibilities; and Judith Strauss Sansone has been named senior VP merchandising for CVS/pharmacy. She most recently served as VP merchandising and pricing.

Juicy Couture Flagship Store Opens in Beijing
October 24, 2011

Juicy Couture opened a flagship in Beijing on Oct. 20. The store, located in Sanlitun, resembles a chรขteau in its design, and features herringbone floors as well as a pink, yellow and blue color scheme. 

Men's Wearhouse Opens First-Ever Manhattan Big & Tall Store
October 21, 2011

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L.K. Bennett opens in New Jersey
October 21, 2011

New York City -- British fashion retailer L.K.Bennett, opened its third U.S. boutique, at The Shops at Riverside in Hackensack, N. J. โ€œWe have over 100 stores in the UK. now โ€” and in the long term weสผd like to have the same number of stores in the U.S.,โ€ said Robert Bensoussan, CEO London. The storeสผs design creates an elegant and welcoming environment that reflects the sophisticated persona of L.K. Bennettสผs collections. Set against a soft powder pink backdrop and delicate beige woodwork, bespoke display units with mirror finish, rich woolen carpets and fifties-inspired Swedish furnishings create a relaxed,

eBay Says Holiday Outlook for Mobile Commerce Very Jolly
October 21, 2011

This holiday season could be one of the biggest mobile commerce events yet, with more people turning to their smartphones or tablets to buy gifts this year than ever before. eBay has already seen a ton of traffic from mobile phone usage, and is expecting even more this holiday season.

California Retailers Fight ZIP Code Collection Regulations
October 21, 2011

California retailers got another rap on the knuckles in February when the state Supreme Court decided that requesting ZIP codes is a violation of a 40-year-old credit card law. According to some legal analysts, however, the ruling by the Golden Stateโ€™s highest court may not be the last word on the subject: The opinion may be too broad, leaving the door open to different interpretations and exceptions.

Barnes & Noble Expands BN.com Marketplace
October 21, 2011

Barnes & Noble said it's expanded its BN.com Marketplace, adding over 1 million new products to the catalog. The retailer also announced online third-party partnerships with Wayfair.com, Right Start, UnbeatableSale.com, School Specialty, Abeโ€™s of Maine, Delivery Agent and more.