The Home Depot expands pro reach with $4.3 billion acquisition
The Home Depot is expanding its focus on professional contractors with a $4.3 billion agreement for its SRS Distribution subsidiary to acquire […]
Capital gains tax increase spurs debate on business impact
Washington State’s capital gains tax has increased to 9.9% for gains exceeding $1 million, following the passage of SB 5813. The updated […]
Consumers weigh costs and weather ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
As communities gear up for the Fourth of July, many shoppers are navigating economic uncertainty and unpredictable weather while preparing for the […]
Mark Johnson honored for 20 years of service
Pictured left to right: WR’s Mark Johnson, Past Board Chair, Alesha Shemwell, Kemper Development/The Bellevue Collection, and Board Chair, Opio Dupree, Macy’s. […]
Retail Action Council Board approves first round endorsements
WR’s Retail Action Council Committee has approved its first round of endorsements for the 2025 state legislative special elections. Endorsements were based […]
Celebrating Juneteenth, WR offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025
WR honors the resilience, strength, and enduring spirit of the Black community. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and serves […]
New rule requires employers to report address changes within 30 days
The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) has adopted a new rule requiring employers to notify the Department within 30 days of […]
New voluntary disclosure program offers relief for unreported investment income
Starting July 1, 2025, Washington businesses with unreported investment income may be eligible for penalty and interest relief under the state’s temporary […]
Graduation spending reaches new heights
Americans are celebrating this year’s graduates in grand style. The National Retail Federation forecasts a record-breaking $6.8 billion in graduation-related spending for […]
Small retailers share tariff challenges with lawmakers
Small business retailers from across the country met with nearly three dozen congressional offices in Washington, D.C., this week to voice concerns […]
Retail sales show resilience amid economic uncertainty
Despite concerns over tariffs and shifting economic conditions, retail sales continued to grow in May, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor powered […]
PQAC releases temporary guidance on prescription transfers amid pharmacy closures
The Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) has released a new guidance document in response to anticipated pharmacy closures, including those […]