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Daily Archives: July 15, 2016

PERFUMES & COSMETICS: Benefit launches new Brow Collection

Paris, 2016-Jul-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Benefit has been a trailblazer in beautiful brows since the brand’s beginnings in the 1970's. The key to a great look, brows get magical treatment thanks to the Benefit Brow Collection, a complete range of new products from the cosmetics house. Brows may be the biggest buzz in beauty today,…

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The Michaels Companies, Inc. announced the pricing of the previously disclosed secondary offering by certain of its stockholders

IRVING, Texas, 2016-Jul-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Michaels Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIK) (the "Company") today announced the pricing of the previously disclosed offering by certain of its stockholders (the "Selling Stockholders") of 11 million shares of the Company's common stock at a per-share price to the public of $27.85 pursuant to the Company's shelf registration…

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Certain of The Michaels Companies, Inc stockholders intend to offer for sale 11 million shares of the Company’s common stock

IRVING, Texas, 2016-Jul-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Michaels Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIK) (the "Company") today announced that certain of its stockholders (the "Selling Stockholders") intend to offer for sale 11 million shares of the Company's common stock pursuant to the Company's shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), of which the…

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Groupe Casino Q2 2016: Group organic growth of +3.8%; market share gains in France

Paris, France, 2016-Jul-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — In France, sales up +1.2% on an organic basis and +0.2% on a same-store basis Géant Casino: +2.2%(1) growth (same-store and organic) and ongoing gains in market share Leader Price: sales up +1.7% on an organic basis and +1.1% on a same-store basis Supermarchés Casino: organic…

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IKEA: voluntary recall of Safety Gate Extensions

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission, IKEA announced on July 14, 2016 a voluntary recall of the PATRULL Safety Gate and extension, PATRULL KLÄMMA Safety Gate and extension, and PATRULL FAST Safety Gate. The locking mechanism can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children and other…

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IKEA plans for biogas-powered fuel cell systems at four more of its California stores

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA , 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today announced it is furthering its renewable commitment with plans for biogas-powered fuel cell systems at four more of its California stores. A year ago, IKEA completed installation of such a project at IKEA Emeryville, one of the Swedish company’s…

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Delhaize Group and Ahold expect their merger to complete before the end of July 2016

BRUSSELS, Belgium, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — In the context of the intended merger between Delhaize Group and Ahold, the companies have confirmed today that they expect the merger to complete before the end of July, subject to regulatory approval by the Federal Trade Commission of the United States. In addition, Ahold today provided further details on its €1 billion…

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Ahold and Delhaize Group US subsidiaries to divest 86 stores in connection with US FTC pending review of their merger

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold and Delhaize Group today announced that their United States subsidiaries have reached agreements with buyers to divest a total of 86 stores in a limited number of locations in which the companies’ U.S. subsidiaries both operate. These divestments are being made in connection with the United States…

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Dan Guglielmone appointed Executive VP, CFO & Treasurer at Federal Realty Investment Trust

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Federal Realty Investment Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Guglielmone to the position of Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer, effective August 15, 2016. In this role, Mr. Guglielmone will be a member of the Firm's Executive and Investment Committees and will be…

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Federal Realty Investment Trust closed its public offering of $250 million aggregate principal amount of 3.625% senior unsecured notes

ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE:FRT) today announced the closing of its public offering of $250 million aggregate principal amount of 3.625% senior unsecured notes due August 1, 2046. The notes were offered at 97.756% of the principal amount with a yield to maturity of 3.750%. Interest on…

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2016 Canada Beef Grey Cup Tour will bring the top prize in Canadian football to 14 Co-op locations across Western Canada

Saskatoon, SK, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Summer is officially in full swing, which means two things — barbecue and football. This month, you can celebrate both during the 2016 Canada Beef Grey Cup Tour, which will bring the top prize in Canadian football to 14 Co-op locations across Western Canada. At events in Alberta, Saskatchewan and…

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Wegmans Food Markets to host hiring event at its seven Southeastern Pennsylvania stores on July 19

ROCHESTER, N.Y., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets is hosting a hiring event at its seven Southeastern Pennsylvania stores on July 19 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The company is looking to fill several hundred openings for part-time and full-time positions throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania, including opportunities in service, perishable, culinary and hospitality,…

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Second 365 by Whole Foods Market opens on July 14 in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Lake Oswego, OR, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The second 365 by Whole Foods Market location opens on Thursday, July 14, at 9 a.m. in Lake Oswego, Oregon, at 11 S. State St. in Oswego Village. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., the 36,000-square-foot store offers a thoughtful selection of grab-and-go prepared foods, grocery items, unique…

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Whole Foods Market Williamsburg to open on Tuesday, July 26, 2016

BROOKLYN, N.Y., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market Williamsburg (238 Bedford Ave.), the retailer’s second Brooklyn location, opening on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 is excited to announce eight unique dining options for shoppers. The upcoming Williamsburg store will be home to Brooklyn’s newest food hall featuring some of New York City’s best, most…

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SUPERVALU to acquire 22 Food Lion grocery stores that are being sold in connection with the merger between Ahold and Delhaize

MINNEAPOLIS, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE:SVU) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 22 Food Lion grocery stores that are being sold in connection with the merger between Ahold and Delhaize. The 22 Food Lion stores are located in northern West Virginia, western Maryland, south central Pennsylvania and…

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Availability of industrial space in U.S. declined for 25th consecutive quarter as e-commerce continued to fuel warehouse demand – CBRE

Los Angeles, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Availability of industrial space in the U.S. declined for the 25th consecutive quarter, the longest such streak on record, as e-commerce continued to fuel warehouse demand, according to CBRE Group, Inc. Industrial availability declined to 8.8 percent in the second quarter, down 20 basis points (bps) from the first quarter,…

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Nut free celebration cakes supplier The Just Love Food Company lands contract with the Co-op

MANCHESTER, England, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — A contract win with the Co-op is the icing on the cake for a Gwent-based cake maker supplying nut free celebration cakes. Located in Blackwood, near Newport, The Just Love Food Company, is to supply over 80 Co-op food stores with tray bakes and celebration cakes after taking a…

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Co-op sells 298 smaller stores to McColl’s Retail Group plc (McColl’s) for £117m

MANCHESTER, England, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-op Group has today agreed the sale of 298 of its smaller Food stores as part of its strategy of refocusing its store estate on a convenience, own-brand led shopping experience. The sale of the stores, which are 1,700 sq ft on average to McColl’s Retail Group plc…

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Erklärung von REWE Group zur Rechtmäßigkeit der Ministererlaubnis

Koln, Deutschland, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die Zweifel an der Rechtmäßigkeit der Ministererlaubnis sind so schwerwiegend, dass das Gericht verfügt hat, dass keine unumkehrbaren Fakten bei der Übernahme von KaisersTengelmann geschaffen werden können. Das begrüßen wir sehr. Edeka und KaisersTengelmann haben bei diesem Fusionsvorhaben von Anfang an auf einen Weg der Konfrontation mit Wettbewerbshütern…

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Erklärung von REWE Group Konzernsprecher Martin Brüning zur PK von Bundesminister Gabriel

Köln, Deutschland, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Zur Behauptung von Bundesminister Gabriel, REWE sei durch Akteneinsicht über die Gespräche des Bundesministers mit dem Vorstandsvorsitzenden der EDEKA und dem Eigentümer von KaisersTengelmann informiert worden, stellt REWE Group Konzernsprecher Martin Brüning klar: Die Aussage von Bundesminister Gabriel, REWE sei durch Akteneinsicht über die Gespräche des Bundesministers mit dem…

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Frozen Shrimp Scampi products recalled by Michael Angelo’s Gourmet Foods, Inc.

WASHINGTON, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Michael Angelo’s Gourmet Foods, Inc., an Austin, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 4,225 pounds of frozen shrimp scampi products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products may be mislabeled and contain chicken, as well as…

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Travel retail and restaurateur Paradies Lagardère adds authentic gelato purveyor Pino Gelato at the Long Beach Airport (LGB)

ATLANTA , 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Paradies Lagardère, the travel retail and restaurateur leader in North America, has added authentic gelato purveyor Pino Gelato at the Long Beach Airport (LGB). Pino Gelato, named the Top-Rated Dessert and Ice Cream Shop by TripAdvisor in 2015, is a welcome addition to the dining options at LGB.…

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International Commissary Corporation: voluntary recall of Marie Callender’s 7oz & 14oz Cheese Biscuit Mix

San Jose, CA., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — International Commissary Corporation (ICC) has issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of two retail products: Marie Callender's 7oz & 14oz Cheese Biscuit Mix. The 7 oz recalled product has Best By dates of 3/22/17 and 5/17/17 and was sold in retail stores in the following states…

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Topco announces management appointments

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILL., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Topco Associates, LLC announced the appointment of two officers. Anjani Bhargava has joined the company as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Danell O’Neill has been promoted to Vice President, Corporate Communications. As Topco’s CHRO, Bhargava will have overall responsibility for the company’s Human Resources…

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Gordy’s to host its 12th Annual Feed My People Live Charity Auction on August 5, 2016

Eau Claire, WI, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gordy’s 12th Annual Feed My People Live Charity Auction is scheduled for August 5, 2016. With over 1000 Live Auction Items, a Special Guest Appearance by Former Packers: Gilbert Brown and Tyrone Williams, plus our Gordy’s “Meat Guy” finishing a 100 mile ultra marathon to raise money for the…

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Alibaba Group in collaboration with SAIC launches the first YunOS-enabled mass produced internet car OS’Car

Hangzhou, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Alibaba Group (NYSE:BABA) today announced the launch of OS'Car, the first YunOS-enabled, mass produced internet car, in collaboration with SAIC Motor Corp. Alibaba unveiled "YunOS for cars", a smart operating system tailored for the automotive industry, which marks a milestone for Alibaba's Internet of Things (IoT) strategy and underlines…

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Dunkin’ Donuts to serve 100% espresso beans sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified™ farms by the end of this year

Dunkin’ Donuts espresso beverages in U.S. and 16 international markets to be made with 100% Rainforest Alliance Certified™ espresso beans by end of 2016 Rainforest Alliance works around the world to support long-term sustainability and the quality of life for farmers, their families and their communities CANTON, MA, 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — As a coffee…

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NCR Corporation to release its second quarter 2016 financial results on Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Duluth, Ga., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) will release its second quarter 2016 financial results after the market close on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. A conference call is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on the same day. Participants should plan to access the call 15 minutes prior to the…

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NCR Corporation among nominees for the German Design Award 2017

DULUTH, Ga., 2016-Jul-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, is among the nominees for the prestigious German Design Award 2017. The German Design Council has deemed NCR’s SelfServ 91 in the cantilever deployment as worthy for one of their prestigious design award for its combination of…

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