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Harris Teeter associates assembled 2,000 Thanksgiving dinner bags for families-in-need accross Central & Eastern North Carolina

Families-in-Need Receive Holiday Meal Courtesy of Harris Teeter North Carolina, 2014-11-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Harris Teeter associates volunteered their time to gather at the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina to assemble 2,000 Thanksgiving dinner bags for families-in-need throughout the 54 counties the food bank serves. Immediately following the assembly, Harris Teeter associates personally…
November 25, 20140Comments

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Grocery Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Carrefour Foundation organises its second international food collection campaign, with support from the European Federation of Food Banks and The Global FoodBanking Network

Boulogne-Billancourt, FRANCE, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Having turned food into a means of tackling exclusion, the Carrefour Foundation is organising its second international food collection campaign, with support from the European Federation of Food Banks and The Global FoodBanking Network. From Paris to Beijing, São Paulo to Taipei… and everywhere from Warsaw to Buenos Aires via…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s to take part in the Black Friday sales craze for the first time this week

LONDON, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s will be taking part in the Black Friday sales craze for the first time this week, with amazing prices on a range of selected products. Over 141 million customers shopped at the event in the US last year, with more UK retailers taking part in recent years,…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Business Financial Management Retail Retailer

AHOLD REPURCHASED 2,051,098 AHOLD COMMON SHARES FOR €28.53 MILLION BETWEEN NOVEMBER 17 AND NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold has repurchased 2,051,098 Ahold common shares in the period from November 17, 2014 up to and including November 21, 2014. The shares were repurchased at an average price of € 13.9084 per share for a total consideration of € 28.53 million. These repurchases were made as part…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Consumer Information Food & Beverage Grocery Marketing Retail Retailer

Giant Food nutritionists’ helpful tips for staying healthy through the holiday season

Ideas for Staying Healthy During Festivities Landover, Md., 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The team of nutritionists from Giant Food of Landover, Md. is offering helpful tips for staying healthy through the holiday season. During a time of year that often calls for numerous holiday parties, large family meals, and get-togethers, Giant’s nutritionists are reminding customers they…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Grocery Management Marketing Retail Retailer

Defense Commissary Agency to re-energizing Commissary Value Brand in response to growing patron demand for products comparable to the low-cost private label items

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — In response to growing patron demand for products comparable to the low-cost private label items sold in civilian stores, the Defense Commissary Agency is re-energizing an "old friend" known as Commissary Value Brand. Starting in December, commissaries worldwide will highlight about 300 Value Brand products in 33 categories such…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Healthcare Management Philanthropy Retail

Wesfarmers donates $5 million to the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research to establish Western Australia’s first Professorial Chair in Women’s Cancers

Perth, Australia, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — A substantial philanthropic gift from Wesfarmers will have a major impact on women’s cancer research in Western Australia. The Chairman of the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, Laurence Iffla, announced that Wesfarmers has donated $5 million to the Perkins to establish Western Australia’s first Professorial Chair in Women’s…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Toys“R”Us® to celebrate 11 days of savings at Toysrus.com beginning November 26 and continuing through Cyber Week

Beginning Wednesday, November 26 through Saturday, December 6, Online Shoppers Will Find New Deals Every Day, Along with Enhanced Services and Free Shipping Offers, Making Toysrus.com the Easy One-Stop Shop for All Gifting Needs WAYNE, NJ, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us® today announced it will celebrate 11 days of savings at Toysrus.com beginning Wednesday, November 26 and…
November 24, 20140Comments

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The Co-operative Food named the UK’s number one ‘Convenience Store Pizza Retailer’ of the year at the Pizza, Pasta and Italian Food Association 2014 Awards

MANCHESTER, UK, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-operative Food is delighted to have been named the UK’s number one ‘Convenience Store Pizza Retailer’ of the year at the Pizza, Pasta and Italian Food Association (PAPA) 2014 Awards. Celebrating the best Italian Food industry, the prestigious accolade marks a successful year since the retailer re-launched its…
November 24, 20140Comments

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CBRE Group report: Shortage of truck drivers poses a risk to existing distribution chain strategies and elevates the importance of real estate in supply chain structures

Markets with Intermodal Infrastructure Positioned for Industrial Space Growth ​Los Angeles, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. industrial real estate market expansion has been driven, in part, by the ongoing evolution of supply chains, as businesses seek to distribute goods across the country ever more quickly and efficiently. However, a nationwide shortage of truck drivers…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Auchan selected as the favorite hypermarket banner in Italy according to the “Retailer of the Year” survey

PARIS, 2014-11-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Auchan has recently been selected as the favorite hypermarket banner in Italy according to the « Retailer of the Year » survey, launched among customers of more than 400 retailers of the country. "Retailer of the Year" is one of the most valued price at the european level. It…
November 24, 20140Comments

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Homebase unveiled brand new campaign that brings to life the magic of transforming your home at Christmas

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Homebase has unveiled a brand new campaign that brings to life the magic of transforming your home at Christmas. The new 30 second Homebase ad, written by Leo Burnett and produced by Hogarth Worldwide, shows a family changing their uninspired dining room table and living room by…
November 21, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s Blanc de Blancs NV voted the best supermarket Champagne in the annual Which? Champagne and sparkling wine taste test

We are proud to announce that our own brand Blanc de Blancs NV Champagne has been voted the best supermarket Champagne in the annual Which? Champagne and sparkling wine taste test. LONDON, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tasted by a panel of experts, Sainsbury’s Blanc de Blancs was described as  having ‘tantalising biscuit and brioche-like…
November 21, 20140Comments

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Business Retail Retailer

NRF’s Thanksgiving Weekend Expectations survey: 140.1 million unique shoppers, similar to last year’s preliminary survey results of 140.3 million

WASHINGTON, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Americans are readying for the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend by making sure they have a menu for their family gathering and a complete shopping list for their weekend shopping activities. According to NRF’s Thanksgiving Weekend Expectations survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, which provides a preliminary look at…
November 21, 20140Comments

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IKEA US received score of 90 on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) administered by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation

Recognition Honors Diverse IKEA US Co-worker Population Conshohocken, PA, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA US is pleased to announce today it has received a score of 90 on the 2015 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) administered by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. This national benchmark survey reports on corporate policies and practices relating to lesbian, gay, bisexual…
November 21, 20140Comments

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Marks & Spencer announces details of its five point action plan to tackle the industry-wide challenge of reducing levels of Campylobacter in whole chickens

Five point action plan rolling out across M&S supply chain M&S plan implemented since September already seeing step change in results LONDON, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Marks & Spencer (M&S) today announces details of its five point action plan to tackle the industry-wide challenge of reducing levels of Campylobacter in whole chickens. The measures,…
November 21, 20140Comments

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Lowe’s Companies, Inc. announces the appointment of Ross W. (Bill) McCanless as general counsel, secretary and chief compliance officer

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) announced today that Ross W. (Bill) McCanless will be joining the company as general counsel, secretary and chief compliance officer, effective January 12, 2015. McCanless will replace Gaither M. Keener, who announced plans to retire from the company following 30 years of service. McCanless is…
November 21, 20140Comments

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Carrefour received the approval of the Competition Authority to acquire Dia France

Boulogne-Billancourt, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour has received the approval of the Competition Authority to acquire Dia France. This decision marks a positive step in the completion of the purchase of Dia France's activities. This acquisition will allow Carrefour to continue its multiformat expansion in its domestic market. This approval is the result of a…
November 21, 20140Comments

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Gap Inc. announces the promotion of two successful current executives to become global brand presidents for Gap and Banana Republic

Global brand presidents named: Andi Owen to lead Banana Republic and Jeff Kirwan to take over Gap SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — With an eye towards 2015, Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced the promotion of two successful current executives, with 35 years of combined company experience between them, to become global brand presidents for…
November 21, 20140Comments

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Dunkin’ Donuts signs multi-unit store development agreement with ABDD Arizona to develop seven restaurants in Phoenix

CANTON, MA, 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with existing franchisees, ABDD Arizona, to develop seven restaurants in Phoenix. The group’s first restaurant from this franchise agreement opened on Oct. 27 at 1543 East Bethany Home…
November 20, 20140Comments

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7‑Eleven becomes the first convenience retailers to carry its own extensive line of private-brand OTC medicines

DALLAS, 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — When shoppers visit a 7‑Eleven® store, they are typically on a mission – a snack if they’re hungry, a drink if they’re thirsty, fuel if their gas tank’s empty, a lottery ticket if they’re feeling lucky. But for those suffering from a headache, allergies, indigestion or the like, what…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Equity One, Inc. to release its 2014 fourth quarter earnings on February 17, 2015 after the market close

North Miami Beach, FL, 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Equity One, Inc. (NYSE: EQY), an owner, developer, and operator of shopping centers, announced today that it will release its 2014 fourth quarter earnings on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 after the market close. On Wednesday, February 18, 2015, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time, Equity One’s…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Equity One, Inc. announced cash dividend of $0.22 per share on its common stock for the quarter ending December 31, 2014

North Miami Beach, FL, 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Equity One, Inc. (NYSE:EQY), an owner, developer, and operator of shopping centers, announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.22 per share of its common stock for the quarter ending December 31, 2014, payable on December 31, 2014 to stockholders…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Starbucks unveiled Powermat wireless charging in approximately 200 of its stores in the San Francisco Bay Area

SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks today unveiled Powermat wireless charging in approximately 200 of its stores in the San Francisco Bay Area.  This launch is the first step in Starbucks strategic plan to offer Powermat throughout its U.S. locations, and to explore rollouts in Europe and Asia within the year. “We are…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Carrefour and its Foundation given the “Panel’s special prize” at the 2014 National Socially Responsible Company Awards

PARIS, 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — On 18 November, Carrefour and its Foundation were given the "Panel's special prize" at the 2014 National Socially Responsible Company Awards. The prize was awarded in recognition of the work done alongside Emmaüs Défi on helping the homeless and tackling exclusion. Under the patronage of Gérard Larcher, President of…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Carrefour gives preference to Belgian products in its stores with the launch of “Let’s go Belgetarian” campaign

Belgium, 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Belgetarian? A new word invented by Carrefour! Carrefour is launching the "Let's go Belgetarian” campaign, giving preference to Belgian products in its stores. Carrefour has a dense network of stores across Belgium, and so is the largest seller of Belgian products! Carrefour Belgium, alongside its customers, is pledging to…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Walmart’s Pre-Black Friday Event begins Nov. 21 at 8:00 a.m.

Retailer Moves Up Additional Offers Typically Found on Black Friday to Pre-Event BENTONVILLE, Ark., 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart just upped the ante once again. For the second year, the retailer is lowering the prices on popular toys, electronics and more to match or beat select Black Friday offers from top national competitors one week early.…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Retail Retailer

Walmart’s traditional Thanksgiving meal costs 34% less than the national average according to American Farm Bureau Federation report

Walmart Offers Significant Savings on Holiday Meals Compared to National Average from American Farm Bureau Federation BENTONVILLE, Ark., 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart customers shopping for a traditional Thanksgiving meal can plan a 10-person dinner for $32.64, 34 percent less than the national average of $49.41 reported by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) today. “As the…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Harris Teeter and food bank volunteers gathered at the Lowcountry Food Bank in North Charleston to assemble 1,000 Thanksgiving dinner bags for families-in-need

Families-in-Need Receive Holiday Meal Courtesy of Harris Teeter North Charleston, S.C., 2014-11-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Monday, Nov. 17, 2014, Harris Teeter associates and food bank volunteers gathered at the Lowcountry Food Bank in North Charleston to assemble 1,000 Thanksgiving dinner bags for families-in-need. Immediately following the assembly, Harris Teeter associates personally distributed the meals to…
November 20, 20140Comments

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Target Corporation presents its third quarter 2014 Adjusted earnings

Adjusted EPS of $0.54; GAAP EPS of $0.55 Third quarter Adjusted EPS of $0.54 was above the expected range of $0.40 to $0.50. Third quarter U.S. Segment comparable sales growth of 1.2 percent was better than the expected range of flat to 1 percent. Comparable sales reflect third quarter digital sales growth of more than 30…
November 19, 20140Comments

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