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Retail Report

Retail Report is a look at the trends, issues and people who makeup the dynamic and versatile retail sector throughout the Puget Sound region. Every Friday with Melissa Allison and Amy Martinez. Send tips or comments to mallison@seattletimes.com or amartinez@seattletimes.com.

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Retail Report Digest

Starbucks paid more for coffee in 2007

Starbucks paid an average $1.43 a pound for the 352 million pounds of coffee it bought in fiscal 2007. The commodity price for coffee on the New York Board of Trade during Starbucks' last fiscal year, which ended Sept. 30, was $1 to $1.35 a pound.

Recent stories

Tuesday, May 13

Belltown furniture stores closing, changing focus

Friday, May 9

Flowers plentiful and affordable this Mother's Day | Retail Report

Wednesday, May 7

Hansen's Florist in Georgetown losing its location | Retail Report

Thursday, May 1

Coffee connoisseur opens his own roastery in Everett | Retail Report

Friday, April 25

Amanda Brotman inherits passion for retail | Retail Report

Friday, April 18

Laughing Buddha Brewing thrives on Asian flavors | Retail Report

Friday, April 11

Earthentree sells eco-friendly toys from India | Retail Report

Friday, April 4

South Seattle Artisan Wineries band together to attract customers | Retail Report

Friday, March 28

Casual Industrees making name for itself with hip clothes | Retail Report

Friday, March 21

Kapow! Coffee hit with rent increase, rising prices | Retail Report

Friday, March 14

Opal opening third clothing store for women | Retail Report

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