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John Lewis opens 92,000 sq ft shop at Vangarde Shopping Park in York

YORK, 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — At 9am this morning, John Lewis York opened its doors to excited customers for the very first time. The 92,000 sq ft shop, located at Vangarde Shopping Park in York, is the retailer's 41st shop and the first John Lewis shop to open this year. The shop opening comes at…
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Rite Aid acquires retail clinics operator RediClinic

Will Begin to Open New RediClinics in Select Rite Aid Markets as well as Continue to Support RediClinic's Expansion in Texas  CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) announced today it has acquired Houston-based RediClinic, one of the nation's leading operators of retail clinics. RediClinic currently operates 30 clinics in the greater…
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Belk Inc announced operating results for the fiscal year ended February 1, 2014

Total sales increase 2.1 percent, comparable store sales rise 2.9 percent Online sales grow 42.5 percent CHARLOTTE, N.C., 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Belk, Inc., the nation’s largest family owned and operated fashion department store company, today announced operating results for the fiscal year ended February 1, 2014. Tim Belk, chairman and chief executive officer…
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IKEA aquires Hoopeston Wind in Illinois its first wind farm investment in the United States

98 MW Hoopeston Wind Project Is the Largest Single IKEA Renewable Energy Investment Globally to Date Conshohocken, PA, 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA US announced today that it is making its first wind farm investment in the United States with the purchase of Hoopeston Wind in Hoopeston, Illinois. The 98 megawatt wind farm is…
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H&M Conscious Foundation named model Alek Wek as official ambassador

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — H&M Conscious Foundation has named Sudanese model Alek Wek as its official ambassador as the Foundation initiates its work for its three prioritized global development issues; education, clean water, and strengthening women. In October 2013, the foundation invited all H&M employees and customers to make a difference. Through a global…
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H&M publishes its twelfth Conscious Actions Sustainability Report

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, H&M publishes its twelfth Conscious Actions Sustainability Report. Some of the highlights during 2013 are the launch of H&M´s roadmap for fair living wages, the first closed loop collection made with recycled material from collected garments and a doubling of the share of more sustainable cotton in the…
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Target and 17 natural, organic and sustainable brands launch “Made to Matter – Handpicked by Target”

Collection makes it easier to find products made with simple, recognizable ingredients at unbeatable prices MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Known for bringing great design to the masses through signature partnerships and products, Target Corp. (NYSE: TGT) is now introducing “Made to Matter – Handpicked by Target.” The first-of-its-kind collection brings together 17 leading natural,…
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Wincor Nixdorf becomes GS1 Germany solution provider

Retailers and banks benefit from standardized interfaces that lower costs and enhance security throughout the entire cash cycle Paderborn, Germany, 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — How can the overall efficiency of the cash handling process be improved? According to experts, a potential solution lies in a more efficient cash cycle, in which players such as banks, retail…
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CBRE Group analysis: U.S. commercial real estate market continued to recover in first quarter of 2014

Los Angeles, 2014-4-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. commercial real estate market continued to recover steadily in the first quarter (Q1) of 2014, according to the latest analysis from CBRE Group, Inc. The office vacancy rate declined by 10 basis points (bps) to reach 14.8% in Q1 2014. Although vacancy rate improvements slowed in Q1 2014…
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The National Grocers Association welcomes Legislative Action on Tax Extender Package

Arlington, VA, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA) released the following statement after the Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency (EXPIRE) Act was passed by the Senate Finance Committee earlier today: "NGA commends Chairman Wyden and Ranking Member Hatch for working together and passing a responsible tax extenders package. While it is our…
April 9, 20140Comments

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BRC-NIELSEN SHOP PRICE INDEX MARCH 2014: March recorded deepest level of deflation since the series began in December 2006

LONDON, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Overall shop prices reported deflation for the eleventh consecutive month in March, accelerating to 1.7% from 1.4% in February. This is the deepest level of deflation since the series began in December 2006. Food inflation slowed to 0.8% from 1.1% in February – the lowest ever recorded. Non-food reported annual deflation of 3.2%…
April 9, 20140Comments

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The British Retail Consortium welcomes the Draft Modern Slavery Bill

LONDON, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — The British Retail Consortium today (April 8, 2014) welcomed the publication of the report of a Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Draft Modern Slavery Bill. The retail industry supports the approach outlined in the Draft Bill which is intended to expose the hidden crime of slavery, bring more perpetrators to justice and…
April 9, 20140Comments

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General Growth Properties: Zara to open store at Glendale Galleria in Los Angeles

Chicago, Illinois, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ —  General Growth Properties, Inc. (NYSE: GGP) today announced fast-fashion retailer  Zara will open a 35,000-square-foot store at  Glendale Galleria in Los Angeles in 2015. The Spanish fashion retailer, known for its men’s, women’s and children’s clothing and accessories, expertly and quickly interprets current fashion and style trends of the season,…
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NACS Consumer Fuels Survey: Consumer optimism remains steady in April even as gas prices rise

ALEXANDRIA, VA,  2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Consumer optimism remains steady in April, a period in which the ongoing spring transition to summer-blend fuel usually increases gas prices and reduces optimism. While gas prices increased nearly another dime over the past four weeks, 44% of consumers remain optimistic about the economy, the same figure as…
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NACS appoints Jennifer Lipner as director digital content

ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Jennifer Lipner has joined NACS in the newly created position of director, digital content. Lipner comes to NACS after several years serving in editorial roles at the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) — most recently, the last ten years as senior managing editor. Prior to her time at…
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SM Investments Corporation and its subsidiaries awarded on good corporate governance from Hong Kong publication Corporate Governance Asia

Pasay City, Philippines, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Leading Philippine conglomerate SM Investments Corporation (SM) and its subsidiaries garnered awards on good corporate governance from Hong Kong publication Corporate Governance Asia (CG Asia). CG Asia is the most authoritative journal on Corporate Governance in the region. Published quarterly, it provides news and analysis on corporate governance issues, boardroom practices and…
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Clyde W. Reynolds named director of engineering for the Defense Commissary Agency

Fort Lee, Va., 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Clyde W. Reynolds has been named director of engineering for the Defense Commissary Agency. His reporting date is April 21. Reynolds fills the position left vacant by Boyce Bourland, who retired in January. In his new position, Reynolds will be responsible for the planning, programming, design, construction, maintenance and…
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Chick-fil-A® to introduce new lineup of grilled chicken entrees for its nutrition-minded customers

ATLANTA, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — For 17 years, the Chick-fil-A's renegade Cows have entertained consumers with their desperate, self-preserving antics in an effort to convert beef eaters into chicken fans. TheChick-fil-A Cows and the "Eat Mor Chikin®" campaign have enjoyed such widespread public success that the chain has turned the theme into a highly successful, fully integrated marketing…
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Purina and Harris Teeter invite Dog lovers to cast votes online, April 7-21, for the “Top Dog” of the 2014 Bark in the Park Top Dog Festival

Matthews, N.C., 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dog lovers may cast votes online, April 7-21, for the “Top Dog” of the 2014 Bark in the Park Top Dog Festival presented by Purina and Harris Teeter. Go to www.parkandrec.com and click on the Bark in the Park logo to vote. Contestants submitted photos of their canine companions in March, and…
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Music lifestyle brand SOL REPUBLIC now available at Argos

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Fans of world leading music lifestyle brand, SOL REPUBLIC, can now access the range of premium headphones and wireless speakers at online retailer Argos. Dedicated to enhancing people’s lives through better sounding headphones and speakers and constantly developing its products to look, sound and feel unlike anything else in…
April 8, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid marks 20th year of partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Now Through May 24, Rite Aid Customers are Invited to Purchase $1 Miracle Balloons at Any Rite Aid Store in Support of Children's Health and Wellness CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — With its 2014 Miracle Balloon campaign now underway in stores nationwide, Rite Aid proudly begins its 20th year of partnership with Children's Miracle…
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Rite Aid appoints David Abelman as senior VP of brand development and innovation

CAMP HILL, PA, 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) announced today that David Abelman, a retail veteran with more than 25 years' experience, is joining Rite Aid as senior vice president of brand development and innovation. His appointment is effective immediately. In this newly created position, Abelman will be responsible for overseeing…
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Rite Aid Corporation awarded Specialty Pharmacy accreditation from URAC

CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) announced today it has been awarded Specialty Pharmacy accreditation from URAC, a Washington, D.C.-based health care accreditation organization that establishes quality standards for the health care industry. "We are very proud to have received full accreditation as a specialty pharmacy provider from URAC," said…
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Meijer rebrands its hunger relief program Simply Give to the color of hunger awareness – Orange

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — In an effort to increase donations to its food pantry partners, Meijer announced today that it has rebranded its signature hunger relief program,  Simply Give, with the color orange to align more closely to the issue that continues to rise throughout the Midwest. To celebrate the enhancement…
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Meijer selected U.S. Vision as exclusive vision center to enhance its retail healthcare services in its stores across Midwest

Retailer continues to be a destination for healthcare needs with Meijer Optical shops GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer announced today that it has selected U.S. Vision, Inc. as its exclusive vision center in its stores moving forward in an effort to enhance its retail healthcare services across the Midwest. U.S. Vision, a…
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JCPenney unveils new lingerie brand THE BODY by Elle Macpherson Intimates™

PLANO, TX, 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — JCPenney (NYSE: JCP) and legendary supermodel Elle Macpherson are taking the plunge this spring to introduce an exclusive new lingerie brand, THE BODY by Elle Macpherson Intimates™. Coinciding with the launch, JCPenney is creating an elevated shopping experience in lingerie by adding certified bra-fit specialists, enhancing its visual presentation…
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David Beckham and H&M add swimwear to the David Beckham Bodywear range

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — David Beckham and H&M are proud to introduce swimwear to the David Beckham Bodywear range in selected H&M stores in May 2014. The collection consists of three different styles: boardshorts, swimshorts and trunks. As with every piece in the David Beckham Bodywear range, the focus is on fit, performance,…
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H&M opened first store at Melbourne’s GPO, Australia

More than 3000 fans eagerly awaited the moment when H & M, Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M – one of the world’s largest fashion retailers – opened its doors to the general public for the very first time in Australia at Melbourne’s GPO. Melbourne, Australia, 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The new Melbourne H&M Australia flagship store…
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Gartner study: Wincor Nixdorf ranks second for product-related services in Western Europe’s banking sector

Gartner publishes “Market Share: IT Services, 2013” report, March 31, 2014 Paderborn, Germany, 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf has maintained its second-place ranking in hardware support for banking & securities in Western Europe based on revenue. This is the result of the study “Market Share: IT Services, 2013” carried out by the American market research…
April 8, 20140Comments

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Chevron Corporation renews CBRE Group services for its US And Canada properties

Los Angeles, 2014-4-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. announced that Chevron Corporation, a Fortune 100 company and provider of energy services for consumers and businesses in more than 180 countries, renewed its long-standing contract with CBRE. Chevron has been a valued client of CBRE since 2006. Its scope of services includes Transaction Management, Project…
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