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NOVEMBER WHTM
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OCTOBER WHTM
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SEPTEMBER WHTM
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The Home Depot Completes $18.25 B Acquisition of SRS Distribution
The Home Depot
The Home Depot has completed its $18.25 billion acquisition of SRS Distribution, expanding its market reach and enhancing capabilities across specialized trade verticals. This strategic move drives value for customers, associates, and shareholders.
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AUGUST WHTM
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JULY WHTM
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2024 CoStar Power Broker
CoStar Research
The sale of Evergreen Station, where Eric M. Garske represented the buyer, secured his spot on CoStar's 2024 Power Brokers list and earned him top property sales recognition in Portland, OR. This achievement highlights Garske's expertise and influence in the real estate market.
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The Home Depot Completes $18.25 B Acquisition of SRS Distribution
The Home Depot
The Home Depot has completed its $18.25 billion acquisition of SRS Distribution, expanding its market reach and enhancing capabilities across specialized trade verticals. This strategic move drives value for customers, associates, and shareholders.
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JUNE WHTM
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MAY WHTM
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Red Lobster to Auction 99 Locations
Rob Wile | NBC News
Facing an uncertain future, Red Lobster takes unprecedented steps. With 99 locations up for auction and investor exit looming, the seafood chain navigates possible bankruptcy.
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APRIL WHTM
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Rate Hike Ruled Out
Darla Mercado | CNBC
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated that a rate hike is unlikely to be the central bank's next move, leading to a rally in the stock market
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Kroger and Albertsons Forge Ahead
Linda Moss | CoStar
Kroger and Albertsons expand divestiture agreement to address regulatory concerns and pave the way for merger completion.
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MARCH WHTM
The Garske Group
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Joann Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Wyatte Grantham-Philips | AP News
Joann, a leading fabric and crafts retailer, takes strategic steps forward as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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Aldi's $9 Billion Expansion Plan
Jordan Valinsky | CNN
Aldi unveils ambitious $9 billion expansion plan, set to open 800 new stores across the US.
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FTC Sues to Block Kroger & Albertsons' $24.6 Billion Merger
Dee-Ann Durbin | AP News
FTC takes legal action against Kroger and Albertsons' $24.6 billion merger with allegations of threatened competition and higher prices for consumers.
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Federal Reserve Signals End of Tightening Cycle
Christine Cooper and Chad Littell | CoStar Analytics
Chairman Powell declares the conclusion of the current tightening cycle, emphasizing that the policy rate has peaked.