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Petco’s $864 Million IPO Beats Forecasts 

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The nationwide chain — which operates about 1,470 retail stores selling pet supplies and professional services like veterinary care — is changing its name to Petco Health and Wellness in conjunction with the listing. Mexico and Puerto Rico, including a network of more than 100 in-store veterinary hospitals. billion in 2019. .

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DOJ, State AGs Could Combine Google Investigations

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The probe is centered on whether Google’s monopoly of the online search world – and the ensuing advertising revenue it commands – represent an illegal form of market control. states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico formally launched an investigation into Google. Thus far, U.S. Thus far, U.S.

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Google Data Practices Under EU Antitrust Scrutiny

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Google was also ordered to modify its operations. In September, 50 attorneys general announced that they were launching an investigation into whether Google has abused its position in the online advertising market. In March, Google was hit with €1.7 billion in fines from European Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager.

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Popular Becomes Second To Launch Credit Cards For Use In Cuba

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and the first in Puerto Rico to offer its credit cards for use in Cuba. In a press release , Popular said the Mastercard credit cards of its two banking subsidiaries, Banco Popular de Puerto Rico and Popular Community Bank, can be used at any of Cuba’s authorized merchants and ATMs throughout the country. and the U.S.

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Rent-A-Center Rolls Out End-To-End eCommerce Solution

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Texas-based national rent-to-own operator Rent-A-Center recently announced that it has nearly completed the nationwide rollout of an end-to-end eCommerce solution. In fact, more than 70 percent of our online customers are shoppers who are either new to Rent-A-Center or who have not done business with us in over one year.”.

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Grocery Round-Up: Digital-First Delivers For Kroger, Another Instacart Pair-Up And Hoarding Round 2

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Online sales were up 108 percent during the quarter. In late October , Cincinnati-based Kroger announced its “Restock Kroger” program — which aims to improve shipping, distribution and the links between its online and offline businesses — would be a major boost for shareholders. Earnings per share (EPS) reached $.80, 80, up from $.32.

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How DraftKings Keeps Onboarding Security Swift And Out Of Sight

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Sports and fantasy sports gambling operations are a big deal in the U.S., The market has the potential to expand even further, too, as Puerto Rico is reportedly considering legalization. . with consumers betting more than $990 million in January alone.

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