Knotel, on WeWork's heels, might be an even more promising workspace IPO Knotel is the lone challenger to WeWork's perceived throne. It's perceived because neither has officially filed for an IPO as of yet, so the real estate crown has yet to be anointed. Jared Russo 8.29.19 5:33 PM Innovation
Barnes and Noble is heading into private ownership - this data could serve as a forecast Barnes and Noble is being taken off public markets — if Elliott Management's plan succeeds — and put with UK book retailer Waterstones to drive synergies. Jared Russo 8.28.19 4:27 PM Markets
WeWork is not on a pre-IPO "hiring spree", despite reports Reports are surfacing that WeWork is scrambling to bring in new talent. Job-listing data does not corroborate this. Joshua Fruhlinger 8.28.19 3:03 PM Innovation
Chico's should've taken that buyout offer (that's what the data says at least) Chico's had a buyout offer once upon a time, and now, things are not looking so hot. Stores are closing, hiring is down, discounts are up, and our eyebrows are raised. Jared Russo 8.27.19 3:45 PM Innovation
Classpass’ $600 million valuation backed by rave reviews, headcount growth Classpass' hiring, job postings and engagement has taken off - how will its trajectory pit the fitness startup against other competitors in the healthy lifestyle application space? Jasmine Teng 8.27.19 12:22 PM Innovation
Cole Haan is the latest IPO to hit the pipeline as investors clamor for fall offerings Cole Haan is heading to public markets - the footwear maker's IPO may be seen as a great sign for the retailers that have struggled against bearish analysts in 2019. Jon Marino 8.27.19 9:13 AM Markets