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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.
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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