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A new angle for growth

Bonefish Grill, one of several chains in Tampa-based Bloomin' Brands restaurant portfolio, could be climbing back after a rough start to the year.

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The stock of cancer-testing laboratory NeoGenomics rose nearly 10% after it posted 159% quarterly revenue growth.

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Homebuilder CEO says demand has slowed

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Chico's cuts $11M in marketing expenses

Women's retailer Chico's FAS says it plans to decentralize its marketing and digital commerce, a move the company says will save $11 million in marketing expenses this year.

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Architect buys into medical facility design market

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  • April 26, 2016
Sarasota firm adds new services with acquisition

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  • April 25, 2016
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  • April 25, 2016
Sarasota, state offer $200K to woo companies

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Top Chico's exec gets national retail position

The National Retail Federation named Chico's FAS' Miki Berardelli as chairwoman of the federation's marketing council.

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