New Product Launches, Prestigious Recognitions, Appointments and Survey Results - Research Report on Amazon, Rite Aid, Best Buy, Safeway, and Staples

NEW YORK, November 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Today, Analysts' Corner announced new research reports highlighting Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN), Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD), Best Buy Co. Inc. (NYSE: BBY), Safeway Inc. (NYSE: SWY) and Staples Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

Amazon.com, Inc. Research Report

On September 25, 2013, Amazon.com, Inc. (Amazon) introduced the Kindle Fire HDX, the third generation of Kindle Fire. According to Amazon, Kindle Fire HDX tablets combine groundbreaking hardware, the latest version of Fire OS, and exclusive new features and services such as X-Ray for Music, Second Screen, Prime Instant Video downloads, and the revolutionary new Mayday button. "It's been just two years since we introduced the first Kindle Fire, and the team is innovating at an unbelievable speed," said Jeff Bezos, Amazon.com Founder and CEO. The Company informed that the 4G version of 7" Kindle Fire HDX is currently available for pre-order and will begin shipping on November 14, 2013, while the 8.9" Kindle Fire HDX and its 4G version, also available for pre-order, will begin shipping on November 7, 2013 and December 10, 2013, respectively. Full Research Report on Amazon.com, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/b2f0_AMZN]

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Rite Aid Corporation Research Report

On September 26, 2013, Rite Aid Corporation (Rite Aid) announced that it has been named the first national retail partner of text4baby, the free text messaging service for pregnant women and mothers of infants under age one. The Company stated that it is providing 10,000 free flu shots to text4baby mothers this flu season. In addition, the Company will use circular ads, in-store displays, and social media to educate pregnant women and new mothers about text4baby. John Learish, Rite Aid Senior Vice President of Marketing, said, "Our partnership with text4baby and founding sponsor Johnson & Johnson directly aligns with our commitment to improving the health and well-being of women, our core customer, and their children." The Full Research Report on Rite Aid Corporation - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/f64e_RAD]

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Best Buy Co. Inc. Research Report

On September 26, 2013, Best Buy Co. Inc. (Best Buy) announced the appointment of David Kenny to the Company's Board of Directors. Best Buy informed that Kenny is the Chairman and CEO of the Weather Company (TWC) and also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Ad Council and SessionM, as well as Teach for America, a nonprofit that enlists recent graduates to teach in under-resourced and low-income communities. Hatim Tyabji, Chairman of the Best Buy Board of Directors, said, "Given David's deep experience in the digital field, I am certain that his voice on the Board will be valuable on these and many other topics. He combines deep strategic experience with the passion of an entrepreneur, and I know I speak for the entire Board when I say I look forward to him joining us."The Full Research Report on Best Buy Co. Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/ffa8_BBY]

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Safeway Inc. Research Report

On September 27, 2013, Safeway Inc. (Safeway) announced that it was awarded the Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, an honor given to employers for outstanding support of National Guard and Reserve, at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. on September 26, 2013. Safeway reported that it was one of 15 employers to receive the award. Safeway President and CEO Robert Edwards, said, "This award holds special meaning because it recognizes our longstanding commitment to providing employment opportunities to the brave men and women who risk their lives to serve and defend our country. It is with much pride that we accept the Freedom Award and we congratulate the other employers receiving this honor." The Full Research Report on Safeway Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/510f_SWY]

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Staples Inc. Research Report

On September 30, 2013, Staples Inc. (Staples) announced the results of a recent survey conducted by the Company to explore the concerns of small business owners and their overall level of knowledge about business performance. As per the survey, 40% of small business owners wish they'd known more about management before starting their business. Also, the survey revealed that an overwhelming amount (94%) of small business owners are confident in managing their finances; less than half (45%) can define basic accounting principles such as "accounts receivable" and "accounts payable"; while 23% admitted to bouncing a check in the past year. Alison Corcoran, Senior Vice President, Stores and Online Marketing, Staples, said, "Our goal at Staples is to help our small business customers focus on what they do best. Staples supports small businesses with the products they need to succeed as well with expert advice, tips and wide-ranging services. Small business owners want help with managing expenses and Staples provides the expertise on our Business Hub and through our Succeed small business community on LinkedIn." The Full Research Report on Staples Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/fb7a_SPLS]

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