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Children Management Marketing Retail Retailer

NRF’s Back-to-School/College Surveys: Average family with children in grades K-12 completed 49.9% of their shopping lists as of mid-August, down slightly from last year’s 52.1%

Washington, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Recognizing that a number of the best deals of the summer are still to come, some families have only scratched the surface of their back-to-school shopping lists as of mid-August. According to NRF’s latest Back-to-School/College Surveys, the average family with children in grades K-12 completed just half (49.9%) of…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Business Management Marketing Retail Retailer

SRC-KPMG SCOTTISH RETAIL SALES MONITOR JULY 2014: Total Scottish sales decreased by 1.8% vs. July 2013

LONDON, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  In July 2014 total Scottish sales decreased by 1.8% compared with July 2013, when they had increased by 4.0%, the strongest growth recorded in 2013. Like-for-like sales decreased by 3.7% on last July, when they had increased by 1.4%. Adjusted for deflation measured by the BRC-Nielsen Shop Price Index,…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Business Law Retail Retailer

NACS asks U.S. Supreme Court to hear their appeal of the DC Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that upheld the Federal Reserve’s debit swipe fee rules

WASHINGTON, DC, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), along with several merchant associations and companies, today filed a writ of certiorari with the U.S. Supreme Court asking the Court to hear their appeal of the DC Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that upheld the Federal Reserve’s debit swipe fee rules.…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Automotive Business Marketing Retail

NACS: Consumers’ buying decision on alternative fuels and vehicles driven by economics

ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Consumers look at alternative fuels and vehicles the same way that they look at traditional fuels: economics drives the purchasing decision. Consumers say that they consider fuel economy and the cost of the vehicle far more important than any other attribute when purchasing a new vehicle, according the results of…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Apparel Business Fashion Management Retail Retailer

Gap Inc. to enter India through franchise-operated Gap brand stores in 2015

First stores to open in Mumbai and Delhi in 2015 SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-8-22 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced plans to enter India through franchise-operated Gap brand stores in 2015. Gap is partnering with Arvind Lifestyle Brand Limited, a subsidiary of Arvind Limited, which is one of India’s largest textile companies.  The first…
August 22, 20140Comments

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Business Law Management Retail Retailer

National Grocers Association (NGA) sent letter to USDA requesting extension on FSIS Meat-Grinding Rule

Arlington, VA, 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Today (Aug. 19, 2014), the National Grocers Association (NGA), along with the American Meat Institute and the North American Meat Association, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) requesting for an extension of the comment period on the Food Safety and Inspection Service's (FSIS) recently proposed rule requiring…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Financial Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Toys“R”Us® raised over $2.2 million during its fourth consecutive nationwide fundraising and awareness campaign to benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF)

#Stir4ACure Initiative Encouraged Customers to Show Their Support and Helped Raise Awareness in the Fight Against Childhood Cancer Wayne, NJ, 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Toys“R”Us® today announced that it raised more than $2.2 million during its fourth consecutive nationwide fundraising and awareness campaign benefiting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Marketing Retail Retailer

Wegmans Food Markets nutritionists outline ideas for turning the after-school “hungries” into snacks that give kids the real nourishment their growing bodies need

ROCHESTER, NY, 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — As every parent knows, most kids get home from school wanting to eat – right now, if you please. So here’s a simple idea from the nutrition team at Wegmans Food Markets for turning the after-school “hungries” into snacks that give kids the real nourishment their growing bodies need, while…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Business Financial Management Retail Retailer

Target Corporation reported Q2 adjusted earnings per share of $0.78 and GAAP earnings per share of $0.37

Minneapolis, 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Adjusted EPS of $0.78 and GAAP EPS of $0.37, Consistent with August 5 Update Target’s digital sales, including flexible fulfillment, grew more than 30 percent in the second quarter, approximately double the industry growth rate. Second quarter U.S. Segment transactions declined 1.3 percent, an improvement of onepercentage point compared with the first…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

New Zealand-owned supermarket New World funds the trial Hunger Provocation Programme started at Starship Children’s Hospital on 18 August

Waiheke, New Zealand, 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  A groundbreaking pilot programme has just been launched at Starship Children’s Hospital, which aims to help hundreds of children get off feeding tubes, and learn to eat and drink again. The trial Hunger Provocation Programme started at the national children’s hospital on 18 August.  The $45,000 needed for the…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Business Financial Management Retail Retailer

Dollar Tree, Inc. reported 9.5% sales increase to $2.03 billion in its results for the second fiscal quarter ended August 2, 2014

Sales increased 9.5% to $2.03 billion Comparable store sales increased 4.5% Diluted EPS, including acquisition-related costs, increased 5.4% to $0.59 Excluding acquisition-related costs, diluted EPS increased 8.9% to $0.61 CHESAPEAKE, Va., 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), North America's leading operator of discount variety stores selling everything for $1 or less,…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Business E-Commerce Management Retail Retail Services Retail Software Retail Solutions Retailer Technology

Intershop awarded Gold Partner status to SAP e-commerce specialist AGETO Service GmbH

SAP e-commerce specialist AGETO helps customers pave the way for success with its SAP expansion for Intershop 7 Expert partner with lengthy industry experience offers consulting and implementation services for international B2B and B2C omni-channel projects Jena, Germany, 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Intershop, the leading independent provider of innovative, comprehensive services for omni-channel…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Business E-Commerce Management Online Retailers Online Shopping Retail Retail Software Retail Solutions Retailer Technology

e-commerce industry veteran David Ricketts to lead Intershop’s sales organization in North America

E-Commerce industry veteran to drive growth in strategic region Also adds additional talent in technical pre-sales San Francisco, 2014-8-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Intershop, the leading independent technology vendor for omni-channel commerce solutions, today announced that it has appointed e-commerce industry veteran David Ricketts to lead the sales organization in North America. It has…
August 21, 20140Comments

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Automotive Business Management Retail Retailer

CarMax issues statement regarding recalled vehicles

RICHMOND, Virginia, 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax was founded to fundamentally change the way Americans buy used vehicles and is the industry leader in integrity and transparency. As part of our commitment to transparency, we notify all customers prior to purchasing any vehicle from CarMax about the importance of registering their vehicle with the manufacturer…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Automotive Business Human Resources Management Retail Retailer

CarMax, Inc. opens 75 positions for the company’s new store in Reno

Retailer Known for Hiring Outside the Auto Industry Accepting Applications for Third Location in Nevada RICHMOND, Virginia, 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is currently hiring approximately 75 positions for the company’s new store in Reno. This is the third CarMax location in Nevada. The new Reno store, which…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Apparel Fashion Marketing Retail Retailer

Gap revealed the first chapter of its new fall campaign by questioning what it means to Dress Normal

The brand issues a rallying cry to be confident in who we are by dressing how we’re most comfortable NEW YORK, 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap, the iconic American clothing brand, today revealed the first chapter of its new fall campaign which celebrates the individuality and authenticity of personal style by questioning what it means to…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Baby Products Children Management Retail Retailer Toys

Toys“R”Us® releases its 20th Anniversary edition of the Toys“R”Us Toy Guide for Differently-Abled Kids®

The World’s Greatest Toy Store® Teams Up with Baseball World Champion and Proud Father to Continue Special Needs Advocacy Efforts and Backing #ToysforAll WAYNE, NJ, 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Toys“R”Us® today announced the release of its 20th Anniversary edition of the Toys“R”Us Toy Guide for Differently-Abled Kids®, an easy-to-use toy selection resource for those who know, love and…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Grocery Management Retail Retailer Sports

Wegmans LPGA Championship Tournament donates $1 million to United Way’s Children’s Success Fund to help kids graduate from high school

ROCHESTER, NY, 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  At the conclusion of this year’s Wegmans LPGA Championship, Wegmans Vice President Bill Strassburg presented United Way’s Children’s Success Fund with a check for $1 million, more than double the amount donated to the charity for previous tournaments and an amount likely to exceed the final tally of…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Retail Retailer

Whole Foods Market opens first store in New Hampshire

New Hampshire’s first Whole Foods Market offers large local selection, expansive prepared foods and in-store J.Bartlett’s Pub Nashua, N.H., 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM), the world’s leading natural and organic supermarket and America’s first national certified organic grocer, opened the doors of its newest community market today in Nashua, New…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer Sports

Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft raises $600,000 donation to the Meijer Simply Give program to help restock Midwest food pantries

Memorable week of golf raises funds to help restock Midwest food pantries GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Representatives with the Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft today deemed the inaugural tournament a success with a $600,000 donation to the retailer’s Simply Give program, which advances its mission of helping Midwest food pantries restock their shelves…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Entertainment Marketing Retail Retailer

Exclusive edition of Taylor Swift’s fifth studio album “1989” to be available only at Target

MINNEAPOLIS,  2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The Internet just went crazy over Taylor Swift’s announcement of her fifth studio album, “1989,” debuting Oct. 27 . Well, we’ve got even bigger news from the superstar singer — Taylor’s teaming up with Target again for an exclusive edition of her album. This marks the third partnership between the duo to date, giving Taylor fans…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Business Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Matahari Food Business opens 31st Foodmart in Plaza Lippo, Kuningan, Jakarta

Jakarta, Indonesia, 2014-8-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — PT. Matahari Putra Prima, Tbk ("MPPA") through its Matahari Food Business (“MFB”) who operates Hypermart, Foodmart and Boston Health & Beauty, opened its 31st Foodmart located in Plaza Lippo, Kuningan, Jakarta. The opening ceremony was attended by the MFB Board of Directors, employees, supplier’s representatives and invited guests. This…
August 20, 20140Comments

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Grocery Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

ShopRite customers raised money to support Ocean City Board…Walk to Defeat ALS® on Saturday, September 20

Brings total raised to $260,000 since 2003 Keasbey, NJ, 2014-8-19 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter is proud to recognize the work of ShopRite and its customers in Southern New Jersey for raising more than $47,000, which will go to support the upcoming Ocean City Board…Walk to Defeat ALS® on Saturday, September 20. This…
August 19, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Grocery Management Marketing Retail Retailer

Giant Food nutritionists give easy and healthy breakfast ideas to start the school day off right

Landover, Md., 2014-8-19 — /EPR Retail News/ —  With back-to-school time right around the corner, help your kids start their day in the right way with a quick and healthy breakfast. Kids who eat breakfast get more fiber, calcium, vitamins A and C, zinc and iron in their diets compared to breakfast skippers. Kids who fuel…
August 19, 20140Comments

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Food & Beverage Management Marketing Retail Retailer

Starbucks mobile truck coming to three college campuses this fall

Seattle, WA, 2014-8-19 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Classes don’t begin until later this week at Arizona State University, but there’s already a buzz on campus about a Starbucks mobile truck. The new truck, a pilot mobile service coming to three college campuses this fall, offers a menu of drinks and food nearly identical to what customers would…
August 19, 20140Comments

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Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Harris Teeter and Colgate-Palmolive donate four Starlight Children’s Foundation Tablets to MUSC Children’s Hospital

Company Thanks MUSC, Starlight for Improving the Life and Health of Kids Matthews, N.C., 2014-8-19 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Today, Harris Teeter and Colgate-Palmolive donated four Starlight Children’s Foundation Tablets to MUSC Children’s Hospital, as well as various items, which appeared on MUSC’s Starlight Wish List for its pediatric patients and families. Harris Teeter District Managers Matt…
August 19, 20140Comments

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Awards Entertainment Management Retailer

Netflix honored with seven Creative Arts Emmy® Awards

Wins in Comedy, Drama and Documentary Categories Reflect Netflix’s Diverse Slate LOS ANGELES, CA, 2014-8-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Netflix connects with audiences and Hollywood alike, garnering four Creative Arts Emmy® Awards for its lauded series “Orange is the New Black” and “House of Cards,” and three wins for its acclaimed documentary, “The Square.” The 2014 Awards…
August 19, 20140Comments

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Business Healthcare Management Retail Retailer

Alliance Boots announces the acquisition of full ownership of UniDrug Distribution Group

Nottingham,  2014-8-19 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Alliance Boots today announces it has acquired full ownership of UniDrug Distribution Group (UDG), its pre-wholesale and contract logistics joint venture in the UK, from UDG Healthcare for a consideration of around £66 million for the 50% shareholding it did not already own. The joint venture is already…
August 19, 20140Comments

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