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Dick’s Sporting Goods is nearing $2.3bn deal for Foot Locker 

Dick’s Sporting Goods is in advanced talks to acquire Foot Locker for $24 per share. A deal could be announced as soon as Thursday, though terms are not final. The potential merger would unite two sneaker-focused retailers with differing business models.

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