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L Brands has reached a deal to sell a controlling stake of Victoria’s Secret to Sycamore Partners. The deal will see longtime CEO, Les Wexner, step down from the company. “I have decided that now is the right time to pass the reins to new leadership.”

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Banana Republic announced a new partnership with Postmates, introducing on-demand delivery in select markets.  Gap Inc. is the latest retailer to partner with apparel resale company, thredUp.Morgan Stanley pushed further into retail with the largest acquisition since the financial crisis.  

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