M&A

The apparel retailer is making moves to take control of its supply chain.

Foot Locker has completed its previously announced acquisition of atmos, a global retailer headquartered in Japan.

CVS Health reported a 10% increase in revenue during the third quarter of the year, prompting executives to raise their end-of-year guidance.

1800-Flowers.com has acquired seafood company Vital Choice.

Global investment firm Blackstone has purchased a majority stake in women’s shapewear brand Spanx.

Instacart has acquired smart technology checkout system Caper AI for $350 million.

Resale marketplace Poshmark has acquired Suede One, a virtual platform that authenticates sneakers.

Casey’s General Stores is acquiring 40 Pilot convenience stores for $220 million.

Costco Wholesale Corp. sales have reached a new all-time high in the company’s latest earnings report.

Gap Inc. has acquired Drapr, a startup company that creates 3D avatars to enable customers to try on clothes virtually.

Beating analyst estimates, Walmart credits its better-than-expected second-quarter earnings to ground it gained through its grocery business and a strong start in back-to-school sales as shoppers returned to stores.

Gopuff has made another acquisition as the everyday essential needs delivery company continues to expand its reach amid a huge growth period.