What to Watch for in Staples' 4th-Qtr Earnings Report

What to Watch for in Staples' 4th-Qtr Earnings Report

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The video discusses Staples' financial challenges, including a 6% revenue decline due to currency headwinds, store closures, and online competition. Staples is reducing store sizes and shifting focus to commercial business, which is a primary growth driver. The company's acquisition of Office Depot was expected to create significant synergies, but the FTC's rejection is seen as a long-term negative, affecting cost savings and margins.

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What is the growth rate for Staples as mentioned in the text?

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What was the expected cost savings from the Office Depot purchase that was affected by the FTC's rejection?

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