OSHA Withdraws Federal Vaccine Mandate for Businesses The agency's decision comes less than two weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court blocked the rule. Retailer Groups React to Federal Vaccine MandateThe industry raises concerns about labor struggles and the holiday shopping season. White House Announces Details of Federal COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate The rule covers 84 million employees who have until Jan. 4, 2022 to get their final vaccination dose. Retail Groups Bring Vaccine Mandate Concerns to Biden Administration The associations argue that the directive may trigger employee retention challenges when "the cost of labor is already, on average, the highest operating cost for most retailers." People on the Move: Murphy USA, Parker's & QuickChek Swisher, RAI, Tankology and VMR Products also make personnel changes. Station Owner Sues Cumberland Farms Lawsuit claims the chain squeezed him out of business so it could take over site. Starbucks, PepsiCo To Distribute Ethos Water The joint agreement will significantly increase distribution of the beverages to retail stores in the U.S. and Canada. Circle K Sale Expected in Third Quarter ConocoPhillips claims "discussions currently are under way with potential buyers." Premcor Poised for Acquisitions Refiner announces plan to sell $250 million in senior bonds. Beacon Stores Reclaimed Grandchildren of the brand's founder reach deal with Tesoro to acquire a handful of stores some 20 years later. 1 2 3 4 Next Last
