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Daily Archives: September 11, 2015

Haggen filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code

Receives $215 Million in Debtor In Possession Financing to Support Process Bellingham, Wash., 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Haggen, the West Coast regional grocer, today announced that in order to reorganize around its core profitable stores, it has filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the…

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CarMax will release sales and earnings for Q2 ended August 31, 2015 on Sep 22

RICHMOND, Va., 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE:KMX) announced today the webcast and conference call access information for upcoming events. September 22, 2015 – Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2016 Earnings Conference Call On September 22, CarMax will release sales and earnings for the second quarter endedAugust 31, 2015, and will host a conference call…

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DDR Corp. anounced Q3 2015 common stock dividend of $0.1725 per share; 11% up vs Q3 2014

BEACHWOOD, Ohio, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — DDR Corp. (NYSE: DDR) declared its third quarter 2015 common stock dividend of $0.1725 per share, which represents an increase of 11 percent from the third quarter of 2014. The common stock dividend is payable on October 9, 2015 to shareholders of record at the close of business…

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NACS Show, October 11-14, will feature an extra day of general sessions

ALEXANDRIA, Va., 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The 2015 NACS Show will feature an extra day of general sessions in addition to more than 55 educational sessions spread over the four-day event. The event also will feature more than 1,200 exhibitors in a massive 400,000 net-square-foot expo. The NACS Show will take place October 11-14 at the…

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Michael R. Shutley joins Dunkin’ Brands Group as VP Federal & State Government Affairs

CANTON, MA, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today announced that effective August 31, 2015, Michael R. Shutley  joined the company as Vice President, Federal & State Government Affairs. Reporting directly to Karen Raskopf, Chief Communications Officer, Mr. Shutley will work closely with senior…

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General Growth Properties unveiled new fall style guide featuring men’s and women’s apparel from GGP retailers

CHICAGO, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — General Growth Properties, Inc. (NYSE: GGP) today announced a new fall style guide featuring men’s and women’s apparel from GGP retailers and fall fashion advice from style blogger Amber Fillerup, creator of the blog Barefoot Blonde and popular YouTube personality. The 2015 guide is available online and features fall outfits,…

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Toys“R”Us revealed its highly anticipated 2015 Holiday Hot Toy List comprised of 36 new playthings

The World’s Greatest Toy Store™ Names a Clever Little Parakeet, the Biggest Tiny Toy Boutique, a Rockin’ Return and an Intergalactic Favorite – Among Others – to Its Annual Gift List WAYNE, NJ, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Jingle bells are ringing in the distance, which can only mean one thing – the holiday shopping season is…

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Toys“R”Us lowers free shipping minimum required for online orders at Toysrus.com and Babiesrus.com from $49 to $19

New Free Shipping Offer Ranks Among the Most Competitive in the Retail Industry WAYNE, NJ, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us, Inc. announced that starting Wednesday, September 9, it will lower the free shipping minimum required for online orders at Toysrus.com and Babiesrus.com from $49 to $19 (surcharges may apply on large/heavy items)*. The new free shipping…

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Igor Shekhterman to succeed Stephan DuCharme as CEO X5 Retail Group N.V.

Amsterdam, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group N.V. (“X5” or the “Company”), a leading Russian food retailer (LSE ticker: “FIVE”), today announced that Stephan DuCharme has decided to step down as CEO of X5 having successfully completed X5’s turnaround. He will return to the Company’s Supervisory Board (the “Board”) as its Chairman,…

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Whole Foods Market, Instacart mark one-year anniversary of their partnership

Partnership – now in 17 U.S. Cities – saved Whole Foods Market customers 970,000 shopping hours AUSTIN, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM) and one-hour grocery delivery service, Instacart, today marked the one-year anniversary of a partnership that has helped Whole Foods Market customers conveniently purchase groceries and have them delivered…

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Whole Foods Market stores host “Love Fest” to appreciate its customers Sept. 9 – Nov. 3, 2015

‘Love Fest’ appreciates customers with best deals ever and weekly giveaways from Sept. 9 – Nov. 3, 2015 AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market stores across the U.S. are hosting “Love Fest” to appreciate and celebrate the company’s number one stakeholder, its customers.  Beginning Sept. 9 and running through Nov. 3,…

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Whole Foods Market only grocery retailer named among Forbes 100 Most Innovative Companies in 2015

Only grocery retailer and only company headquartered in Austin, TX to make this year’s list AUSTIN, Texas., 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM) today has been named among the 100 Most Innovative Companies in 2015 by Forbes magazine. It is both the only grocery retailer and the only company headquartered in…

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Ahold USA’s senior VP merchandising strategy & support named to The Griffin Report’s 2015 40 under 40 class

Ahold USA today announced Nick Bertram, senior vice president of merchandising strategy & support has been named to The Griffin Report’s 2015 40 under 40 class. Carlisle, PA, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — “Nick brings a wide breadth of grocery retail insight and expertise to his work on behalf of Ahold USA,” said James McCann, chief…

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Rite Aid honors 274 student recipients of Folds of Honor educational scholarships provided by The Rite Aid Foundation’s KidCents program

Scholarships Funded through Rite Aid Foundation's $1.3 Million Donation to Folds of Honor Camp Hill, Pa., 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — During the month of September, Rite Aid associates nationwide will honor 274 students who have been named recipients of Folds of Honor educational scholarships provided by The Rite Aid Foundation's KidCents program. The $1.3…

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Apple unveiled the next generation of multi-touch in the most advanced iPhones ever – iPhone® 6s and iPhone 6s Plus

SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple® today announced iPhone® 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, the most advanced iPhones ever, adding a powerful new dimension to iPhone’s revolutionary Multi-Touch™ interface. The new iPhones introduce 3D Touch, which senses force to enable intuitive new ways to access features and interact with content. iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s…

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The all-new Apple iPad Pro Available November: 12.9-inch Retina display with 5.6 million pixels and the new 64-bit A9X chip

Apple Pencil & Smart Keyboard Bring Breakthrough Levels of Precision & Utility to iPad Pro SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple® today introduced the all-new iPad Pro™, featuring a stunning 12.9-inch Retina® display with 5.6 million pixels, the most ever in an iOS device, and groundbreaking performance with the new 64-bit A9X chip, rivaling most…

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Apple introduced new Apple Watch cases and bands

Native Apps, New Watch Faces, Time Travel & More Arrive with watchOS 2 September 16 SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple® today introduced beautiful new Apple Watch® cases and bands, available starting today, including new gold and rose gold aluminum Apple Watch Sport models. Since its release, Apple Watch has helped users receive…

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Apple Watch Hermès Available October 2015

SAN FRANCISCO and PARIS, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple® and Hermès today introduced Apple Watch® Hermès, a new collection of Apple Watch in stainless steel with finely crafted leather bands in distinctive styles from Hermès, including the Single Tour, Double Tour and Cuff, while respecting the design and functionality of the Apple Watch. The…

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Apple iOS 9 available on Sep 16 as free update for iPhone®, iPad® and iPod touch® users

SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple® today announced iOS 9, the world’s most advanced mobile operating system, will be available on Wednesday, September 16 as a free update for iPhone®, iPad® and iPod touch® users. iOS 9 makes iOS devices more intelligent and proactive with powerful search and improved Siri® features, all while protecting users’ privacy. The…

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Henry McGovern to step down as Chairman of the Supervisory Board of AmRest

Wrocław, Poland, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — AmRest Holdings SE („AmRest”, “Company”) (WSE: EAT), the largest publicly listed restaurant operator in Central Europe, informs about receiving from Mr. Henry McGovern a letter of resignation from the function of the Chairman of the Supervisory Board of AmRest, effective 10th September 2015. Mentioned decision was taken in…

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