New York and California make retail theft top 2024 priority

The governors of New York and California announced sweeping plans to crack down on retail crime this week, as trade associations and police departments lobby for government action to curb theft.The plans include new legislation designed to increase the penalties for retail crime offenses and more funding for police...

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Wolverine World Wide sells Sperry to Authentic Brands Group

Sperry Top-Sider Bill fish Tan and Beige.Mayra Beltran | Houston Chronicle | Getty ImagesWolverine World Wide has sold Sperry to brand management firm Authentic Brands Group and Canadian retailer the Aldo Group, the company announced Thursday.The deal will generate $130 million, which Wolverine plans to use to pay down...

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