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Goldman Sachs to Acquire ‘Significant Stake’ in Zaxby’s, Partnership Will Expand the Brand

by Alex Tostado

Athens, Ga. and New York City — Goldman Sachs Merchant Banking Division has agreed to purchase a “significant stake” in Athens-based Zaxby’s, with plans to grow the quick-service restaurant chain’s footprint into new markets. Terms of the financing were not disclosed, but the deal is expected to close by the end of 2020. Zaxby’s, known for its chicken fingers, wings and signature sauces, has more than 900 locations in 17 states, primarily in the Southeast. Zaxby’s is a privately held company that childhood friends Zach McLeroy and Tony Townley founded …

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Target’s Third-Quarter Sales Grow 20.7 Percent, Shoppers Enjoy ‘One-Stop Solution’

by Alex Tostado

Minneapolis — Citing its multiple shopping channels and merchandising mix, Target Corp. reported Wednesday that its third-quarter comparable sales grew 20.7 percent compared with the same period a year ago. Digital comparable sales soared 155 percent, accounting for 10.9 percentage points of Target’s comparable sales growth. Same-day services such as order pickup grew 217 percent. “Our strong results in 2020 reflect the benefits of our multi-year effort to build a durable and flexible model, with a suite of fulfillment options,” said Brian Cornell, chairman and CEO, in a prepared statement. …

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Apparel, Accessories Retailer Francesca’s to Close 140 Stores, May Pursue Bankruptcy

by Alex Tostado

Houston — Francesca’s Holdings Corp. will close 140 stores throughout the country by Jan. 30, 2021, the Houston-based women’s apparel and accessories retailer announced on Monday. According to The Wall Street Journal, the 140 shuttered stores represent about 20 percent of the company’s total store count. Francesca’s also said that if the company is unable to raise sufficient capital to continue funding operations and paying obligations, it will likely seek to restructure its debt load by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Francesca’s stock price opened at $3.53 per share Tuesday, Nov. …

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The Home Depot Reports 23.2 Percent Increase in Third-Quarter Sales

by Alex Tostado

Atlanta — The Home Depot has reported that its third-quarter sales reached $33.5 billion, a 23.2 percent increase over third-quarter sales for 2019. Net earnings for the third quarter were $3.4 billion, or $3.18 per diluted share, compared with net earnings of $2.8 billion, or $2.53 per diluted share, in the same fiscal period of 2019. The Atlanta-based retailer’s third quarter ended on Oct. 31. Chairman and CEO Craig Menear cited demand for home improvement projects in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic as a steady driver for increased sales. …

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Walmart’s E-Commerce Sales Jump 79 Percent in Third Quarter

by Alex Tostado

Bentonville, Ark. — Walmart has reported that its third-quarter e-commerce sales grew 79 percent from the same period a year ago. Comparable sales, defined as those from stores that operated during the entire 12-month fiscal year, went up 6.4 percent. The Bentonville-based retailer’s revenue during its fiscal third quarter reached $134.7 billion, a 5.2 percent increase over the same time period a year ago. Walmart’s third quarter ended on Oct. 31.

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Simon, Taubman Revise Merger Agreement, Reduce Asking Price by $800 Million

by Alex Tostado

Indianapolis and Bloomfield, Mich. — Simon Property Group and Taubman Centers Inc. have modified their merger agreement to include a new purchase price of $43 per share, enabling Simon to proceed with its acquisition of an 80 percent interest in Taubman. CNBC reports that the decline in the agreed-upon share price from $52.50 per share effectively reduces the price tag of the deal by $800 million. This announcement comes just as the two regional mall REITs were set to square off in Circuit Court for the Sixth Judicial District of Oakland …

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Target Reopens Minneapolis, Atlanta Locations Following Civil Unrest

by Alex Tostado

Minneapolis — Target Corp. has reopened two stores in Minneapolis and in Atlanta’s Buckhead district that were destroyed in the spring due to civil unrest from the George Floyd tragedy in Minneapolis. The stores were completely rebuilt in five months, which the Minneapolis-based retailer says is the fastest the company has ever rebuilt locations. The Lake Street location in Minneapolis features an additional entrance, larger food and beverage section and a more accessible pharmacy. Locally based Noor Cos. was the general contractor for the project, which reopened Nov. 10. The …

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B+E Hires Alexandra Aulisi as Vice President of Marketing

by Alex Tostado

New York City — B+E has hired Alexandra Aulisi as vice president of marketing. The New York City-based firm specializes in net lease real estate. Aulisi has led numerous award-winning ad campaigns, building and managing brands across a variety of industries, including at American Family Insurance and TDS Telecom. “Alexandra brings 30 years of marketing experience to B+E, including leadership positions at multiple Fortune 500 companies,” says B+E CEO Camille Renshaw. “We are very excited to add her to our team.” Aulisi is a graduate of the Art Institute of …

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Chipotle Plans to Open First Digital Restaurant; Online Sales Tripled in Third Quarter

by Alex Tostado

Newport Beach, Calif. — Chipotle Mexican Grill plans to launch a digital restaurant concept dubbed Chipotle Digital Kitchen. Customers will be required to order in advance via the Chipotle app, website or third-party delivery service; there will not be a dining area or line to order food. The Newport Beach-based restaurant chain says the footprint is designed for urban areas but will open its first location near West Point Academy in Highland Falls, New York, on Saturday, Nov. 14. The announcement of the restaurant opening comes on the heels of …

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McDonald’s U.S. Sales Rise 4.6 Percent in Third Quarter

by Alex Tostado

Chicago — McDonald’s Corp. has reported its third-quarter sales rose 4.6 percent year-over-year in the United States. The Chicago-based restaurant chain cited its utilization of delivery, digital orders and drive-thru to recover from its second-quarter sales dip. Globally, sales were still down on a year-over-year basis, dropping 2.2 percent in the third quarter, which ended Sept. 30. The chain’s total revenues were also down 2.2 percent from the third quarter of 2019. McDonald’s reported revenues reached $5.42 billion, which beat economists’ forecast of $5.4 billion. The revenues show a promising …

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