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Monthly Archives: December 2015

Starbucks store near the bustling Kadikoy Carsi ferry terminal in Istanbul remodeled to add additional three stories

ISTANBUL, TURKEY, 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Each day, dozens of ferries crisscross Istanbul’s Bosphorus Straight, shuttling passengers east and west between Asia and Europe. The design of the remodeled Starbucks store near the bustling Kadikoy Carsi ferry terminal took its inspiration from these daily passages and the aesthetic of the boats and the…

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Tesco built 10,000 sqft store in the space of Tesco Carlisle to help customers affected by the floods in Cumbria

Tesco Carlisle superstore closed due to flooding Supermarket builds 10,000 sqft replacement store in a week CHESHUNT, England, 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has built a 10,000 sqft store in the space of one week to help customers affected by the floods in Cumbria. The store opens today and was constructed as a temporary replacement for its…

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Tesco survey: three-quarters of UK households plan to leave something out for Santa this Christmas Eve

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tradition wins the day, when it comes to the tipple of choice for Father Christmas as he delivers presents to kids across the country.  A recent survey carried out by Tesco has found that three-quarters of UK households plan to leave something out for Santa this Christmas Eve,…

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Carrefour’s first Italian store modernised

Carugate, ITALY, 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Carrefour hypermarket in Carugate was the French retail group’s first Italian store, opening way back in 1972. Now it offers a new shopping experience and the world’s first Terre d’Italia restaurant, where customers can take a break from shopping to enjoy tasty, high-quality food. The renovated…

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Carrefour to acquire Billa Romania from the Rewe group

Boulogne-Billancourt, 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour announces today an agreement to acquire Billa Romania from the Rewe group. Spread over the entire Romanian territory, the 86 supermarkets of Billa Romania have a total sales area of 83,000 square meters. Through this acquisition, Carrefour would become the leading supermarket operator in Romania, strengthening its multiformat…

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First Carrefour hypermarket opened in the Ivory Coast in Abidjan

Abidjan, Ivory Coast, 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Within the framework of the partnership between CFAO and Carrefour that was formalised in May 2013, the first Carrefour hypermarket has just opened in the Ivory Coast, in Abidjan. It's located in "PlaYce Marcory”, a brand-new 20,000 m² shopping centre. Designed and operated by CFAO, it features…

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Nearly 80 percent of shoppers still have holiday shopping left – Walmart’s research

BENTONVILLE, Ark., 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Get ready for Star Wars, free shipping and savings. Nearly 80 percent of shoppers still have holiday shopping left, according to Walmart’s internal research. As customers cross off their lists, Walmart is ready with thousands of rollbacks on some of the most sought after toys, electronics and holiday…

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Saudi Automotive Services Company (SASCO) signs bank facility agreements (Shariah-compliant) with local banks

Retailing and Operation Division Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2015-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Saudi Automotive Services Company (SASCO) announces completion of signing of the Bank facility agreements (Shariah-compliant) with local Banks on 21 December 2015 against signed promissory note as follows: Saudi Hollandi Bank- SHB (A Saudi Joint Stock Co.): the facility agreement amounting to 150…

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Amazon Original Series The Man in the High Castle the most-streamed original show ever by Prime members globally

Amazon’s new original series, developed by Frank Spotnitz and based on the bestselling Philip K. Dick novel, debuted on Prime Video on November 20th and in four weeks became the most-viewed original show on the service SEATTLE,  2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ: AMZN)—Amazon today announced that Amazon Original Series The Man in the High…

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Macy’s announces special giveaway of $10 “cash” cards at more than 600 stores across the country

From Dec. 20 – Dec. 22, Macy’s will offer free $10 “cash” cards to the first 250 customers in stores across the country NEW YORK, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — With less than a week left until Christmas Day, shoppers are hitting the stores for the final chance to find the perfect gifts for loved ones and…

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Sainsbury’s: Dog gifts outselling cat gifts by 100%

LONDON, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — The loyalty of a 'man's best friend' is finally paying off for dogs across the UK according to the latest sales figures from Sainsbury's. Compared to their feline friends, dogs are twice as likely to find a present under the Christmas tree this year, with dog gifts outselling…

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Online searches at Homebase.co.uk reveal Brits prepare their homes for visiting guests this Christmas

Milton Keynes, UK, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Forget perfume, jewellery and gadgets, shoppers are more likely to be buying toilet roll holders, doorbells and curtain poles as they prepare their homes ready for visiting guests this Christmas, Homebase reveals. Online searches at Homebase.co.uk revealed Brits thoughts in the two weeks running up to Christmas is…

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Walgreens Boots Alliance Completes $12.8 Billion placement as part of its proposed acquisition of Rite Aid Corporation

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq:WBA) today announced it has completed the placement of $5 billion of term loan facilities, evenly split between two tranches of $2.5 billion each, with three- and five-year maturities, respectively, and a $7.8 billion term loan bridge facility. These facilities replace the company’s previously reported…

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LVMH: The creative Berluti and Krug collaboration create unique pairing of shoemaking savoir-faire and prestige Champagne

© Krug x Berluti   PARIS, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — The collaboration between Berluti and Krug creates a unique pairing of shoemaking savoir-faire and prestige Champagne. This first chapter in a long-term alliance celebrated a special Krug patina at Berluti stores around the world. The creative collaboration between the grand Champagne house and the House renowned for…

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LVMH: Emilio Pucci unveils trendsetting collection of skateboards

© Emilio Pucci   PARIS, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Emilio Pucci has unveiled a trendsetting collection of skateboards, featured in a short film produced by Nowness. The artistic collaboration follows a design partnership with the University of Art and Design Lausanne (ECAL). To capture its new skateboard collection on film, Pucci called on Nowness. Created in 2010 and…

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LVMH: Berluti celebrates its 120th anniversary

© Berluti   PARIS, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Berluti is celebrating the 120th anniversary of the shoemaker’s founding with the publication of its first book, entitled At Their Feet, an ode to iconic shoes and the creative talents who wore them. Loafers, slip-ons, boots or Oxfords … The models created by Berluti since 1895 set the standard in…

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SONIC® to introduce Seasoned Jumbo Popcorn Chicken

Flavors include Sriracha, Garlic Parmesan and Honey Barbeque OKLAHOMA CITY, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — SONIC® Drive-In (NASDAQ: SONC) today announced an innovative spin to its popular premium chicken menu that delivers high quality taste in a bite-sized snack with the introduction of Seasoned Jumbo Popcorn Chicken. Seasoned with bold flavors to satisfy chicken cravings -…

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Successful completion of Kroger’s tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of Roundy’s common stock

CINCINNATI, OH and MILWAUKEE, WI, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) and Roundy’s, Inc. (NYSE: RNDY) today announced the successful completion of Kroger’s tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of Roundy’s common stock for $3.60 per share in cash. The tender offer expired at 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on…

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Sonic Corp. will release results for the quarter ended November 30, 2015 after the market close on January 5, 2016

OKLAHOMA CITY, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ:SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that it will release results for the quarter ended November 30, 2015 after the market close on January 5, 2016. The company will host a conference call to review financial results on Tuesday, January 5,…

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CVS Health CEO Larry Merlo announced $1.3m donation to support dozens of charities across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — At a celebration today recognizing area non-profit organizations supported by the CVS Health Charity Classic, CVS Health President and CEO Larry Merlo announced that $1.3 million dollars will be donated from the 2015 tournament to support dozens of charities across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. In addition, CVS Health announced dates for the 2016 CVS…

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Retailers estimate that 3.5 percent of their holiday returns this year will be fraudulent – NRF Return Fraud Survey

WASHINGTON, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Retail fraud comes in many shapes and sizes and is especially rampant during the holiday season when online and in-store traffic grows significantly. One of the biggest issues throughout the holiday season: return fraud. According to NRF’s latest Return Fraud Survey, retailers estimate that 3.5 percent of their holiday…

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NRF welcomes Congress’s final passage of a wide-ranging spending and tax-relief package

WASHINGTON, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today welcomed final passage by Congress of a wide-ranging spending and tax-relief package, citing provisions that would delay onerous portions of Obamacare, make it easier for businesses to share cyber threats, and renew tax law that helps retailers create jobs while laying the groundwork for…

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US Foods announces the winners of its annual vendor recognition awards

Categories Include Innovation, Center of the Plate, Easy to do Business With and More Rosemont, Ill., 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods, one of America’s most innovative food companies and leading distributors, announces the winners of its annual vendor recognition awards. US Foods vendor partners share the company’s belief in Great Food. Made Easy. and consistently…

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US Foods to acquire family owned Dierks Waukesha in Waukesha, Wisconsin

With an expanded footprint, the company will now bring its differentiated products and business solutions to more independent restaurants throughout Wisconsin Rosemont, Ill., 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods, one of the country’s most innovative food companies and leading distributors, today announced it has agreed to acquire Dierks Waukesha in Waukesha, Wis. This acquisition underscores the…

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Whole Foods Market to open its 21st Colorado location in Longmont in December 2016

LONGMONT, Colo., 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market today announced plans to open its 21st Colorado location, in Longmont in December 2016. The Longmont store is in development at the corner of South Hover Road and Ken Pratt Boulevard. The updated timeline is aligned with Whole Foods Market’s plan to increase square footage at…

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Whole Foods Market’s product experts pinpoint 10 top food trends to watch in 2016

AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-12-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Drawing on more than 100 years of combined industry experience, Whole Foods Market’s product experts have pinpointed 10 top food trends to watch in 2016. From “old-world” ingredients and new vino vehicles to emerging flavors and sourcing trends, this year’s forecast covers a lot of ground: Uncommon meat and seafood…

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Pets at Home Group’s Non-Executive Chairman Tony DeNunzio appointed to the Board of Dixons Carphone plc as Senior Independent Director

LONDON, 2015-12-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — On 16 December 2015, Tony DeNunzio, Non-Executive Chairman of Pets at Home Group Plc, was appointed to the Board of Dixons Carphone plc as a Senior Independent Director. This disclosure is given in accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.14. Enquiries Pets at Home Group Plc: +44 (0)161 486 6688 Louise…

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