Wal Mart eyes world growth as foreign stores surge
Wal Mart Stores Inc expands abroad to fuel growth after U S saturation. The retailer now dominates Mexico with 40 percent of its 1 270 overseas stores and pursues Asia expansion, including a stake in Seiyu and plans to open more stores in China.
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Local candidates face fixed issues in Ottawa and Central Heights
Ottawa and Central Heights school districts grapple with education funding cuts and space needs amid a statewide budget crisis. Voters weigh bond proposals for Ottawa recreation facilities and Central Heights upgrades while city commissioners contend with spending cuts and service quality. Bill Gray, marketing director for The Ottawa Herald, comments on public office hopes.
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Kmart to cut 660 jobs as Chapter 11 exits looms
Kmart Corp announces 660 job eliminations plus 123 corporate cuts nationwide, ahead of planned exit from Chapter 11. The bankrupt retailer has already shut 283 stores and laid off over 56,000 workers this year and last, with CEO Julian Day stating the action to create a lean, financially healthy organization and save about 150 million dollars annually.
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