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related topics

{acquisition, growth, future}

{financial, litigation, operation}

{operation, international, foreign}

{system, service, information}

{competitive, industry, competition}

{condition, economic, financial}

{personnel, key, retain}

{property, intellectual, protect}

{stock, price, operating}

{tax, income, asset}

Our market is highly competitive and we may not continue to compete successfully. Economic conditions may cause a decline in business and consumer spending. We may be unable to continue to open new stores and enter new markets successfully. Our growth may strain our operations. We may be unable to attract and retain qualified associates. Our quarterly operating results are subject to significant fluctuation. Our expanding international operations expose us to the unique risks inherent in foreign operations. Our business may be adversely affected by the actions of and risks associated with our third-party vendors. Our expanded offering of proprietary branded products may not improve our financial performance and may expose us to intellectual property and product liability claims. Our debt level and operating lease commitments may impact our ability to obtain future financing and continue our growth strategy. Our effective tax rate may fluctuate. Our information security may be compromised. Various legal proceedings may adversely affect our business and financial performance. We may not consummate our proposed acquisition of Corporate Express or realize any benefits if we do complete the acquisition.

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