Daily Archives: January 8, 2016

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ShopRite’s Can Can sale kicks off Sunday, Jan. 10; turns 45 years

Legendary sale, which starts Sunday, January 10th, marks 45 years

Keasbey, NJ, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Start the New Year with a well-stocked kitchen and some help from ShopRite, which makes it easy for customers to buy their favorite foods at discounted prices during the month of January.

ShopRite’s Can Can sale kicks off Sunday, Jan. 10, marking an annual winter tradition and sale extravaganza across all ShopRite stores. But the Can’t Can’t Wait Presale on canned goods is underway now in all stores.

Originally intended to focus on ShopRite Private Label products and canned products, the Can Can sale has evolved over the last 45 years to include many national brands across every category. Shoppers can find pasta, sauce, cereal, coffee, paper products and lots of other items at heavily discounted prices.

Poland Spring water, ShopRite canned vegetables and Tuttorosso Tomatoes are just some of the popular items sold during the three-week stock-up sale event.

Can Can also arrives with the familiar ShopRite Can Can jingle and our iconic ShopRite Can Can dancers.  The catchy tune – inspired early on by an ad executive’s trip to Paris — endures more than four decades later.

ShopRite considered canceling the sale just once, in 1974, due to an industrywide shortage of canned goods, but stores decided the sale was too important to customers to halt. And our devoted ShopRite Can Can fans keep the sale going strong today.

ShopRite estimates that more than three billion canned items have been sold since the sale’s inception in 1971. For more information, please visit www.shoprite.com or visit ShopRite’s Facebook page. The sale runs for three weeks – so don’t miss out!

 

Elisabeth Loeb
Phone: 732-906-5156

 

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(Image above from the 1994 Can Can Archives)

(Image above from the 1994 Can Can Archives)

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SUPERVALU INC. files with US SEC for possible spin-off of its Save-A-Lot business into a separate, publicly traded company

MINNEAPOLIS, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE: SVU) today announced that it filed an initial Form 10 Registration Statement (Form 10) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with the possible spin-off of its Save-A-Lot business into a separate, publicly traded company.

SUPERVALU announced in July 2015 that it was exploring a separation of its Save-A-Lot business, and that as part of that process it had begun preparations to allow for a possible spin-off of Save-A-Lot into a stand-alone public company. With the filing of the Form 10, SUPERVALU is continuing preparations to separate Save-A-Lot, although at this time there can be no assurances that a separation or spin-off of Save-A-Lot will occur, or that any other changes in the Company’s overall operations will happen.

To review the Form 10 filing on the SEC’s web site, use this link.

About SUPERVALU INC.
SUPERVALU INC. is one of the largest grocery wholesalers and retailers in the U.S. with annual sales of approximately $18 billion.SUPERVALU serves customers across the United States through a network of 3,395 stores composed of 1,854 independent stores serviced primarily by the Company’s food distribution business; 1,342 Save-A-Lot stores, of which 901 are operated by licensee owners; and 199 traditional retail grocery stores (store counts as of September 12, 2015). Headquartered in Minnesota,SUPERVALU has approximately 40,000 employees. For more information about SUPERVALU visit www.supervalu.com.

CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS RELEVANT TO FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF “SAFE HARBOR” PROVISIONS OF THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995.

Except for the historical and factual information contained herein, the matters set forth in this news release, particularly those pertaining to SUPERVALU’s expectations, guidance, or future operating results, and other statements identified by words such as “estimates,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “projects,” “plans,” “intends” and similar expressions are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including uncertainties as to the terms, timing or structure of any separation transaction and whether one will be consummated at all, the impact of any separation transaction on the businesses of SUPERVALU and the Save-A-Lot business on a standalone basis if the separation were to be completed, whether the operational and strategic benefits of a separation can be achieved and whether the costs and expenses of the separation can be controlled within expectations. Other factors include competition, ability to execute initiatives, substantial indebtedness, labor relations issues, escalating costs of providing employee benefits, relationships with Albertson’s LLC, New Albertson’s, Inc. and Haggen, intrusions to and disruption of information technology systems, impact of economic conditions, governmental regulation, food and drug safety issues, legal proceedings, severe weather, natural disasters and adverse climate changes, disruption to supply chain and distribution network, changes in military business, adequacy of insurance, volatility in fuel and energy costs, asset impairment charges, fluctuations in our common stock price and other risk factors relating to our business or industry as detailed from time to time in SUPERVALU’s reports filed with the SEC. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this news release. Unless legally required, SUPERVALUundertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Source: SUPERVALU INC.

SUPERVALU INC.
For Investors:
Steve Bloomquist, 952-828-4144
Steve.bloomquist@supervalu.com
or
For Media:
Jeff Swanson, 952-903-1645
Jeffrey.Swanson@supervalu.com

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CES 2016: Best Buy VP Laura Bishop will sit on a panel to discuss the opportunities the entire industry faces

MINNEAPOLIS, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Thousands of techies from around the world have been drooling over drones and swooning over self-driving cars since CES 2016 kicked off in Las Vegas earlier this week.

But for Best Buy, the conversations will go beyond the latest and greatest consumer electronics. We’ll also be at CES to explore the less-visible sides of tech innovation: finding sustainable solutions for our business and our customers.

On Jan. 8, Laura Bishop, vice president of Public Affairs & Sustainability at Best Buy, will sit on a panel to discuss the opportunities the entire industry faces as we aspire to be responsible manufacturers and retailers. Joining her on the panel will be some of our business partners including:

  • Nate Hurst, Sustainability Innovation Officer, HP
  • Mark Newton, Head of Regulatory and Environmental Affairs, Samsung Electronics America
  • Rhonda Clark, Chief Sustainabilty Officer and Vice President of Environmental Affairs, UPS

At Best Buy, we approach sustainability from a product lifecycle management perspective. It starts with product design and working to reduce the amount of material we use in our own manufacturing and packaging.

We know that technology can help consumers live more sustainably. By offering an ever-expanding array of “Connected Home” solutions for managing personal and home energy use, we help consumers save energy costs, improve home security and realize other advantages.

We also help our customers enjoy their consumer electronics and appliances for as long as possible. Our Geek Squad Agents repair millions of products a year and Best Buy’s Trade-In program gives electronics a second life with new owners.

Finally, we offer the convenience of an in-store and in-home recycling program for our customers. We’ve recycled more than a billion pounds of electronics and appliances so far.

As technology– from the practical to the outrageous– is previewed at CES 2016, we will be there too, highlighting the latest and greatest sustainable solutions.

Follow us on Twitter: @BestBuyCSR. Visit the Best Buy website to learn more about our sustainability efforts.

SOURCE: Best Buy

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CES 2016: Best Buy VP Laura Bishop will sit on a panel to discuss the opportunities the entire industry faces

CES 2016: Best Buy VP Laura Bishop will sit on a panel to discuss the opportunities the entire industry faces

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CES 2016 new tech items can now be preordered at Best Buy

MINNEAPOLIS, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Technology manufacturers are announcing and showing off their latest innovations at CES 2016 in Las Vegas this week, and you can stake your claim on some of the hot products now.

Starting today, you can pre-order nearly a dozen of these new tech items on BestBuy.com — from new health and fitness devices and digital cameras to a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player and 4K movies.

CES pre-order products include:

Fitbit Blaze

Fitbit Blaze

 

 

Fitbit on Tuesday announced its latest wearable device: Fitbit Blaze. The smart fitness watch makes the most of your workouts with on-screen exercises, connected GPS and heart rate tracking. It instantly recognizes when you are exercising — whether you’re cycling, running or jogging. Blaze also includes call, text and calendar alert notifications, automatic sleep tracking, a battery life of up to five days, and many accessory options. Want to see it in person? Starting Feb. 20, you can check out Blaze in select Best Buy stores. Blue Shirts will help you try it on and learn about its features. Fitbit Blaze pre-orders will ship in March 2016.

Samsung Ultra HD Blu-ray Player

Samsung Ultra HD Blu-ray Player

 

If you’ve been holding out on a 4K Ultra HD television purchase until there’s more 4K content to watch, wait no more. Samsung on Tuesday unveiled the Ultra HD Blu-ray Player, which is HDR-compatible and will be available in early March 2016. It also has built-in Wi-Fi and Smart TV 4K streaming. When paired with a 4K TV, the new player delivers a superior level of picture quality. Samsung has also partnered with Hollywood studios to ensure consumers have a selection of Ultra HD Blu-ray discs with astonishing HDR picture quality. More than 100 4K Ultra HD discs with HDR are scheduled to be released, including “The Martian” and “Fantastic Four,” with pre-orders available now.

Check back for more coverage of CES 2016 and sign up for Best Buy emails to stay on top of the latest tech trends and today’s hottest deals.

SOURCE: Best Buy

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VOLUNTARY RECALL OF JACK & JONES T-SHIRT

UNFORTUNATELY, WE HAVE FOUND OUT THAT JACK & JONES T-SHIRT MODEL JJVASGER SS TEE, STYLE NO.: 12107146 DOES NOT LIVE UP TO OUR QUALITY REQUIREMENTS, AS THE COLOUR MAY GIVE STAINING TO THE SKIN OF THE CONSUMER. THEREFORE, WE HAVE DECIDED TO CONDUCT A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE T-SHIRT.

Brande, Denmark, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — We encourage consumers who have bought the products to return them to a JACK & JONES store and get a refund. The products may also be sent directly to JACK & JONES, Fredskovvej, 7330 Brande, Denmark.

Read more about our policies and guidelines here.

For more information, please contact CSR and Communication Director Mogens Werge at +45 27 95 87 13 or mogens.werge@bestseller.com

SOURCE: BESTSELLER

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VOLUNTARY RECALL OF JACK & JONES T-SHIRT

VOLUNTARY RECALL OF JACK & JONES T-SHIRT

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Philippines: SM Cinema adds more cinema screens nationwide

SM Cinema’s new large format theatre called the “LARGE SCREEN FORMAT” at SM Seaside City Cebu features a super-sized screen almost 30% larger than the regular cinema screen size.

Pasay City, Philippines, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Cinema is bringing world class entertainment closer to provincial areas as it adds more cinema screens nationwide. SM Cinema, which operates the largest chain of cinemas in the country and holds a market share of 60%, has expanded to a total of 307 screens nationwide with total seats of 141,753 by the end of 2015–an increase of 12% year-on-year. The 307 theaters consist of 289 2D and 3D screens; 8 IMAX Theatres and 10 Director’s Club Cinemas. All cinemas have also been converted to crisp digital surround-sound systems and crystal clear images that convey that best theater experience.

Beyond technology, SM Cinema extends its world-class experience to persons with disability (PWD) by providing dedicated areas for their convenience. SM Cinema also holds separate screenings of sensory friendly movies for those with special needs such as the blind and deaf, as well as children with autism and down syndrome.

“We are very pleased to bring state-of-the-art cinema technology and a whole new movie experience out into the suburbs and provincial areas. We remain focused in providing the complete entertainment experience to every corner in the country,” SM Lifestyle Entertainment President Edgar Tejerero said.

For 2015, SM Cinema added four fully digitized cinemas in SM Center Angono in Rizal, its 55th branch. With digital surround-sound technology, the cinemas in Angono promise to deliver an optimum movie-watching experience. Each theatre will cater to 200 patrons in a stadium-like seating, making certain that all patrons will enjoy the view from any seat they choose.

In Cebu, SM Cinema recently added the first laser projection system in Southeast Asia in its large screen cinema at the recently opened SM Seaside City, Cebu. This format uses the Christie® 6P laser projection system and features a super-sized screen almost 30% larger than the regular cinema screen size. The Christie® 6P laser produces the brightest images with 80% illumination and offers the best 3D platform that accurately reproduces the colors of the actual movie set, developing the most immersive cinema experience. The SM Large Screen Cinema also proudly uses the DOLBY ATMOS Sound System and the top-of-the-line Christie Vive Speakers, its audience fully immersed in surround-sound technology. SM Large Screen Cinema will house 351 guests in stadium-like seats.

Earlier this year, SM Cinema also opened in Cabanatuan City through SM Megacenter and SM Cabanatuan; in Rizal Province through SM San Mateo and SM Angono; and in Caloocan through SM Sangandaan. SM Cinema also partnered with housing arm SM Development Corp to open its cinemas at Light Mall, the first theater available in an SM residential complex.

Tejerero added that he is optimistic that ticket sales will be robust by the end of 2015 given blockbuster movies such as Heneral Luna, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, A Second Chance, Felix Manalo and movies shown during the Metro Manila Film Festival in December.

For more information on SM Cinema, visit www.smcinema.com or dial (02) 470-2222.

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About SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Inc. (SMLEI)
SM Cinema is the largest cinema and exhibition brand under the entertainment arm of the SM Group, SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Inc. Offering the best in movies, events, and leisure, SMLEI operates major brands such as Mall of Asia Arena, ePLUS, SM Tickets, Blink, Exploreum, SM Skating, and SM Bowling and Leisure Center.

For more information, kindly contact:

Stephanie Henares
Public Relations Manager
SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Inc.
Stephanie.henares@smsupermalls.com

SOURCE: SM Investments Corporation

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SM Cinema recently opened four theatres at SM Center Angono, Rizal in December.

SM Cinema recently opened four theatres at SM Center Angono, Rizal in December.

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Carolina Hurricanes left wing Chris Terry debuts his personally designed Signature Sub Sandwich at Harris Teeter

Raleigh, N.C., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Terry to Sign Autographs, Sample Signature Sub Sandwich, Introduce Fans to Must-Have Meal

Date: Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Where: North Hills East Harris Teeter
120-100 St. Albans Dr.
Raleigh, N.C. 27609

Interviews are available.  Live shots are welcomed!
Wednesday, Jan. 19, Carolina Hurricanes left wing Chris Terry will team up with Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed Signature Sub Sandwich.

Terry’s sandwich, “Terry’s Italinao,” is a must-try for Harris Teeter shoppers. For only $3.99, fans can satisfy their appetite with “Terry’s Italinao,” which features Genoa salami and pepperoni, topped with cheddar cheese, lettuce, hummus, cucumber, and a dash of salt and pepper on a toasted wheat sub roll. Shoppers can make it a lunch pack for only $4.99. The lunch pack includes “Terry’s Italinao” sandwich, a drink and your choice of one chocolate chunk, macadamia nut, oatmeal raisin or cranberry nut cookie.

“Terry’s Italinao” will be available in the Fresh Foods Market Sandwich Shop in all Raleigh-area Harris Teeter stores.  Tuesday only, however, Terry will make an appearance at the North Hills East Harris Teeter to personally introduce shoppers and fans to his Signature Sub Sandwich.  He will also be signing autographs.

Harris Teeter’s Fresh Foods Market offers made-to-order sandwiches and wraps daily and is proud to introduce “Terry’s Italinao” as Harris Teeter’s first Signature Sub Sandwich of the 2015-2016 season.  Be on the look-out for additional Signature Sub Sandwiches this season.

SOURCE: Harris Teeter, Inc.

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Carolina Hurricanes left wing Chris Terry debuts his personally designed Signature Sub Sandwich at Harris Teeter

Carolina Hurricanes left wing Chris Terry debuts his personally designed Signature Sub Sandwich at Harris Teeter

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ascena retail group, inc. to present at the 18th Annual ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida

MAHWAH, N.J., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — ascena retail group, inc.(NASDAQ: ASNA) today announces that it will be presenting at the 18th Annual ICR Conference to be held at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida onTuesday, January 12, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. EST.

A live webcast of the presentation will be available at http://www.ascenaretail.com. A replay of the webcast presentation will be available shortly after its conclusion and until March 28, 2016.

About ascena retail group, inc.
ascena retail group, inc. (NASDAQ:ASNA) is a leading national specialty retailer offering clothing, shoes, and accessories for missy and plus-size women under the Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lou & Grey, Lane Bryant, Cacique, maurices, dressbarn, and Catherines brands, and for tween girls under the Justice brand. ascena retail group, inc. operates, through its 100% owned subsidiaries, ecommerce operations and approximately 5,000 stores throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico.

For more information about ascena retail group, visit ascenaretail.com, AnnTaylor.com, LOFT.com, louandgrey.com, lanebryant.com, cacique.com, maurices.com, dressbarn.com, catherines.com, and shopjustice.com.

Source: ascena retail group, inc.

ascena retail group, inc.
Investor Relations
551-777-6895
asc-ascenainvestorrelations@ascenaretail.com
or
ICR, Inc.
James Palczynski, 203-682-8229
Partner

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Catterton, LVMH, Groupe Arnault launch the largest global consumer-focused investment firm

Greenwich, CT and Paris,  2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Catterton, the leading consumer-focused private equity firm, LVMH, the world leader in high–quality products, and Groupe Arnault, the family holding company of Bernard Arnault, announced today that they have entered into an agreement to createL Catterton. The new partnership will combine Catterton’s existing North American and Latin American private equity operations with LVMH and Groupe Arnault’s existing European and Asian private equity and real estate operations, currently conducted under the L Capital and L Real Estate franchises. Under the terms of this agreement, L Catterton will be 60% owned by the partners of L Catterton and 40% jointly owned by LVMH and Groupe Arnault.

L Catterton will become the largest global consumer-focused investment firm with six distinct and complementary fund strategies focusing on consumer buyout and growth investments across North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America, in addition to prime commercial real estate globally.L Catterton expects to grow its assets under management to more than $12 billion after various successor funds are closed. With a 27-year history and more than 120 investment and operating professionals in 17 offices across five continents, L Catterton will be poised to leverage its unique global network and expertise to partner with consumer businesses in all major consumer markets.

L Catterton’s headquarters will be in Greenwich, CT and London, with regional offices across Europe, Asia and Latin America. L Catterton will be led by Global Co-CEOs J. Michael Chu and Scott A. Dahnke, currently Managing Partners at Catterton. Each fund will continue to be managed by its own dedicated team in their respective locations across Europe, Asia and the Americas. Detailed descriptions of Catterton and L Capital / L Real Estate are included below.

“We are delighted to partner with Catterton and its team,” said Mr. Arnault, Chairman and CEO of LVMH and Groupe Arnault. “L Catterton will provide investors with a unique value creation platform, bringing together our global network and industry expertise with Catterton’s long-standing operational approach to building value in consumer investments. Having been investors in Catterton’s funds since 1998, we have participated in its growth and success, evidenced by its strong track record and its distinctive culture. I would also like especially to thank Daniel Piette whose entrepreneurship and leadership have been instrumental in creating and developing the L Capital franchise over the past 15 years. I very much look forward to continuing to collaborate with him at LVMH.”

Mr. Chu said, “We are excited to announce this transformative combination and partnership with LVMH and Groupe Arnault. The breadth of our collective expertise will be second to none in the consumer industry, and we look forward to benefitting from the strength and global reach of the team atL Capital and L Real Estate as we continue to seek out investment opportunities with significant growth potential.”

“The globalization of media and technology, combined with increasingly permeable geographic borders, is driving rapid consumer growth on an unprecedented global scale,” said Mr. Dahnke. “Together, Catterton and LCapital will create a global consumer investing franchise with unmatched access to resources in the industry. We expect this combination to further our mission of investing in high growth opportunities in categories with attractive consumer economics.”

The transaction is expected to close early in 2016, subject to customary regulatory and certain investor approvals.

About Catterton
Catterton is the leading consumer-focused private equity firm with a twenty-seven year track record of success in building high growth companies. Since its founding in 1989, Catterton has leveraged its category insight, strategic and operating skills, and network of industry contacts to establish one of the strongest private equity investment track records in the middle market. Catterton invests in all major consumer segments, including Food and Beverage, Retail and Restaurants, Consumer Products and Services, Consumer Health, and Media and Marketing Services. Catterton’s investments include: Restoration Hardware, CorePower Yoga, Sweaty Betty, Outback Steakhouse, Plum Organics, Mendocino Farms, Noodles & Company, PIADA, Hopdoddy, Protein Bar, Bruxie, Snap Kitchen, Frederic Fekkai, PIRCH, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Wellness pet food, Nature’s Variety pet food, Kettle Foods, Odwalla and P.F. Chang’s, to name a few. More information about Catterton can be found at catterton.com.

About L Capital and L Real Estate
L Capital private equity funds invest in leading companies in attractive consumer categories across Europe and Asia, including Beauty and Wellness, Fashion and Accessories, Food and Beverage, Media and Entertainment, and Special Retail. L Capital – Europe, founded in 2001 with strong support from LVMH and Groupe Arnault, is Europe’s most established private equity firm specializing in lifestyle brands and selective retail businesses in Europe. Its headquarters are in Paris with offices in Milan, Madrid and London. L Capital – Asia is the largest consumer-focused private equity firm in Asia, with headquarters in Singapore and regional offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Mumbai and Melbourne. L Real Estate is a unique developer of mixed use projects anchored by luxury retail, with headquarters in Luxembourg and regional offices in Paris, Hong Kong and Miami. L Capital – Europe’s investments include: Nutrition and Sante, Zanotti, Ba&sh, Sandro and Maje, Gant, Cigierre, and Pepe Jeans & Hackett. L Capital – Asia’s investments include: 2XU, Charles & Keith, Marubi, Bateel, Sasseur, Asiaray Media and Emperor Watch and Jewelry. L Real Estate’s investments include Miami Design District and G6 in Ginza – Tokyo.

About LVMH Group
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton is represented in Fashion and Leather Goods by a portfolio of brands that includes Louis Vuitton, Céline, Loewe, Kenzo, Givenchy, Thomas Pink, Fendi, Emilio Pucci, Donna Karan, Marc Jacobs, Berluti, Nicholas Kirkwood and Loro Piana. Its Wines and Spirits division includes Moët & Chandon, Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Krug, Ruinart, Mercier, Château d’Yquem, Domaine du Clos des Lambrays, Château Cheval Blanc, Hennessy, Glenmorangie, Ardbeg, Wenjun, Belvedere, Chandon, Cloudy Bay, Terrazas de los Andes, Cheval des Andes, Cape Mentelle, Newton et Numanthia.

LVMH is present in the Perfumes and Cosmetics sector with Parfums Christian Dior, Guerlain, Parfums Givenchy, Parfums Kenzo, Perfumes Loewe as well as other promising cosmetic companies (BeneFit Cosmetics, Make Up For Ever, Acqua di Parma and Fresh). LVMH is also active in selective retailing as well as in other activities through DFS, Sephora, Le Bon Marché, la Samaritaine and Royal Van Lent. LVMH’s Watches and Jewelry division comprises Bulgari, TAG Heuer, Chaumet, Dior Watches, Zenith, Fred, Hublot and De Beers Diamond Jewellers Ltd, a joint venture created with the world’s leading diamond group.

Contacts:
For Catterton:
Eric Brielmann / Andi Rose / Jon Keehner
Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher
+ 1 212 355 4449

For LVMH, Groupe Arnault and L Capital / L Real Estate:
US
James Fingeroth / Anntal Silver / Molly Morse
+1 212 521 4800
Kekst

UK
Hugh Morrison / Hannah Glynn
+ 44 773 965 5492

France
Michel Calzaroni / Olivier Labesse / Sonia Fellmann /
Hugues Schmitt
+33 1 40 70 11 89
DGM Conseil

Italy
Michele Calcaterra / Matteo Steinbach
+39 335 46 19 85

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Yum! China raised $3 million from employees and customers in China for World Hunger Relief

CHINA, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Yum! China has wrapped up their 2015 World Hunger Relief campaign with amazing results. KFC, Pizza Hut and East Dawning came together under the powerful theme ‘Love Connects Us All,’ collecting nearly $3 million from employees and customers in China in just two weeks! This tremendous effort will provide over 11 million meals for women and children and shows the Huge Heart of the China team who marked another strong campaign by in their words ‘doing common things uncommonly.’

For more information on World Hunger Relief or to donate visit hungertohope.com.

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Yum! China raised $3 million from employees and customers in China for World Hunger Relief

Yum! China raised $3 million from employees and customers in China for World Hunger Relief

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The Bon-Ton Stores CEO Bufano: Community Days is a great opportunity for local schools and non-profit organizations to raise funds and increase visibility in their community

Groups Can Raise Funds by Selling Community Days Booklets Through February 27

MILWAUKEE, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:BONT), which operates Bon-Ton, Boston Store, Bergner’s, Carson’s, Elder-Beerman, Herberger’s and Younkers stores, invites local schools and non-profit groups to sign up for the company’s semi-annual Community Days event. Local groups are invited to sign up now at www.communitydayevent.com to sell Community Days savings booklets in their neighborhoods and online.  The shopping event will be held on February 26 and February 27, with savings booklet donations benefitting local non-profit organizations. For the fourth consecutive year, customers may also designate donations to the American Heart Association (AHA) to support heart health.

“Community Days is a great opportunity for local schools and non-profit organizations to raise funds and increase visibility in their community,” saidKathryn Bufano, President & CEO, The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. “Bon-Ton is proud to continue to support the communities that we serve.”

Eligible Community Days organizations include schools and 501(c) (3) nonprofit organizations. These organizations sell coupon booklets for a $5donation to support their organization; the organization keeps 100% of the $5 donation. When an organization registers to sell the books online, they will receive a unique online selling link that can be e-mailed to supporters, friends and family. Sellers are encouraged to utilize the link on all social media channels.

Now through Saturday, February 27, customers can purchase a $5 Community Days booklet from a local participating organization,  in any Bon-Ton,Boston Store, Bergner’s, Carson’s, Elder-Beerman, Herberger’s or Younkers store or online. In return, the purchaser receives the valuable booklet of offers, which pays the donor back with a $10 off coupon.  The booklet also contains a 25% off shopping pass, a 30% item coupon and over $500 in exclusive coupon savings to use at all stores and online during the Community Days event February 26-27.

During the November Community Days event in 2015, schools and nonprofit organizations raised over $5.4 million. Since 1999, Bon-Ton Stores Community Days has helped thousands of local non-profit 501(c) (3) groups and schools raise more than $130 million to support local community initiatives. For more information or to support a participating organization, visit www.communitydayevent.com.

About The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.
The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc., with corporate headquarters in York, Pennsylvania and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, operates 270 stores, which includes ten furniture galleries and four clearance centers, in 26 states in the Northeast, Midwest and upper Great Plains under the Bon-Ton, Bergner’s, Boston Store, Carson’s, Elder-Beerman, Herberger’s and Younkers nameplates.  The stores offer a broad assortment of national and private brand fashion apparel and accessories for women, men and children, as well as cosmetics and home furnishings.  The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. is an active and positive participant in the communities it serves.

For store locations and information visit www.bonton.com. Join the conversation and be inspired by following Bon-Ton on Facebook, Twitter,Instagram, Pinterest and the fashion, beauty and lifestyle blog, #LoveStyle.

CONTACTS: Christine Hojnacki, Vice President Public Relations 414.347.5329, cell 262.378.9354 Christine.Hojnacki@bonton.com Nicole Koremenos, Senior PR Coordinator 414.347.1152 ext. 3278 Nicole.koremenos@bonton.com

 

Source: The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.

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Atlas Holdings LLC will acquire NCR Corporation’s Interactive Printer Solutions (IPS) division

DULUTH, Ga., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, (January 7, 2016) NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement under which Atlas Holdings LLC will acquire NCR Corporation’s Interactive Printer Solutions (IPS) division. The acquisition is anticipated to be completed in the second quarter of 2016.  Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

NCR’s IPS division is a leading global provider of innovative consumable products and solutions for transactions, logistics and business processes in the retail, financial, hospitality, e-commerce, warehousing, distribution and manufacturing industries. The division provides a comprehensive suite of solutions including stock and custom color-printed paper receipt rolls, pressure-sensitive label solutions, impact inking and thermal transfer ribbons, as well as other transaction related consumable products.

Atlas Holdings LLC and its affiliates own and operate sixteen manufacturing and distribution companies, with approximately 20,000 associates and facilities in over 100 locations across the globe.  Over the past sixteen years, Atlas has successfully partnered with numerous corporations to carve-out business divisions and form stand-alone companies that strengthen their workforces, increase revenues and enhance the communities of which they are a part.

“Over the past 10 years, we have been executing a successful business reinvention led by a vision, mission and strategy that remains focused on driving growth in software and services,” said NCR Chairman and CEO Bill Nuti. “While the consumables business has been an important part of NCR’s history, the decision to sell the IPS division is aligned with our long-term vision for how we can best position NCR for success now and in the future.”

“NCR’s Interactive Printer Solutions is the premier provider of products that help facilitate the world’s transactions, logistics and business processes,” said Andrew M. Bursky, Managing Partner at Atlas Holdings LLC.  “It is an iconic brand, known for its superior quality, innovation and customer service.  This transaction combines that history and current market leadership with Atlas’ financial and human capital, and proven ability to grow global businesses.”

The transaction will include all dedicated assets of the IPS division, including all manufacturing facilities and strategically located IPS distribution centers worldwide, and the IPS employees.  After the acquisition, IPS will operate as a stand-alone portfolio company of Atlas Holdings, and will continue to maintain a commercial relationship with NCR.

The transaction is subject to the receipt of certain regulatory approvals, satisfaction of customary closing conditions, and processes to be followed by NCR subsidiaries and Atlas in applicable jurisdictions, for example, to comply with local laws regarding employees and employee communications.

SunTrust Robinson Humphrey acted as exclusive financial advisor and Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, LLP acted as lead legal counsel to NCR on the transaction. Jones Day acted as legal counsel to Atlas Holdings on the transaction.

About NCR Corporation
NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables nearly 550 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Web sites: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com
Twitter: @NCRCorporation
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncrcorp
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ncr-corporation
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

About Atlas Holdings LLC
Founded in 2002, Atlas Holdings LLC is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.   Atlas and its affiliates own 16 companies that employ approximately 20,000 associates and operate from more than 100 facilities across the globe — generating more than $4 billion in revenue annually.  Atlas companies are engaged in a variety of industries, including paper and tissue, packaging, aluminum processing, automotive, building materials, capital equipment, construction, energy, industrial services, power generation, steel, and supply chain management.  Visit www.atlasholdingsllc.com for more information.

Investor Contact:
Gavin Bell
NCR Investor Relations
212.589.8569
gavin.bell@ncr.com

Media Contacts:

For NCR
Jeff Dudash
NCR Public Relations
770.212.5091
jeff.dudash@ncr.com

Lou Casale
NCR Public Relations
212.589.8415
lou.casale@ncr.com

For Atlas Holdings LLC:
David Filippelli
Atlas Holdings LLC
203-622-9138

Note to Investors This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements use words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “outlook,” “intend,” “believe,” “will,” “should,” “would,” “could” and words of similar meaning. Statements that describe or relate to NCR’s future plans, goals, intentions, strategies or financial outlook, and statements that do not relate to historical or current fact, are examples of forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on our current beliefs, expectations and assumptions, which may not prove to be accurate, and involve a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are out of NCR’s control. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and there are a number of important factors that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from the results contemplated by such forward-looking statements, including those factors relating to: the successful closing of the sale of the IPS division and achievement of its potential benefits; domestic and global economic and credit conditions including, in particular, market conditions and spending trends in the retail industry and economic and market conditions in Russia and China; the impact of our indebtedness and its terms on our financial and operating activities; foreign currency fluctuations; our ability to successfully introduce new solutions and compete in the information technology industry; the transformation of our business model and our ability to sell higher-margin software and services; our ability to improve execution in our sales and services organizations; defects or errors in our products or problems with our hosting facilities; manufacturing disruptions; collectability difficulties in subcontracting relationships in Emerging Industries; the historical seasonality of our sales; compliance with data privacy and protection requirements; the availability and success of acquisitions, divestitures and alliances, including the acquisition of Digital Insight; our pension strategy and underfunded pension obligation; the success of our ongoing restructuring plan; tax rates; reliance on third party suppliers; development and protection of intellectual property; workforce turnover and the ability to attract and retain skilled employees; environmental exposures from our historical and ongoing manufacturing activities; and uncertainties with regard to regulations, lawsuits, claims and other matters across various jurisdictions. Additional information concerning these and other factors can be found in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made. The Company does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

SOURCE: NCR Corporation

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The Children’s Place, Inc. CEO Jane Elfers: Comparable retail sales are running positive 7.3% through the first nine weeks of the fourth quarter

Announces Comparable Retail Sales of Positive 7.3% Through the First Nine Weeks of the Fourth Quarter

SECAUCUS, N.J., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Children’s Place, Inc.(Nasdaq:PLCE) Jane Elfers, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We have consistently stated that our multi-pronged transformation strategy would begin to deliver results in the back half of 2015 and our announcement today clearly indicates that we are on track. Comparable retail sales are running positive 7.3% through the first nine weeks of the fourth quarter, representing approximately 85% of our planned sales volume for the quarter. These comparable retail sales results are being driven by increases in key retail selling metrics despite continued weakness in traffic.”

Ms. Elfers continued, “We now expect comparable retail sales to increase in the range of 6% to 7% in the fourth quarter, compared to previous guidance of a low-single digit increase and a comparable retail sales increase of 3.7% in the fourth quarter of 2014. For the full year 2015, we now expect comparable retail sales to be approximately flat, compared to previous guidance of slightly negative comparable retail sales. We are also updating our fourth quarter and full year 2015 guidance for adjusted diluted EPS. We now expect to deliver adjusted diluted EPS for the fourth quarter in the range of $1.05 to $1.12, compared to previous fourth quarter adjusted diluted EPS guidance of $0.93 to $1.03. For the full year 2015, we now expect to deliver adjusted diluted EPS in the range of $3.47 to $3.54, compared to previous full year 2015 adjusted diluted EPS guidance of $3.35 to $3.45.”

The Company also announced that it will participate at the 2016 ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida on Tuesday January 12th, 2016.

Updated Outlook

The Company now expects comparable retail sales to increase in the range of 6% to 7% in the fourth quarter, compared to previous guidance of a low-single digit increase and now expects to achieve fourth quarter adjusted net income per diluted share (“adjusted diluted EPS”) in the range of $1.05 to $1.12, compared to previous fourth quarter adjusted diluted EPS guidance of$0.93 to $1.03 and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.94 in the fourth quarter of 2014. This guidance range assumes that currency exchange rates will negatively impact adjusted diluted EPS by approximately ($0.03) in the fourth quarter. On a constant currency basis, adjusted diluted EPS is projected to be $1.08 to $1.15.

For the full year 2015, the Company now expects comparable retail sales to be approximately flat, compared to previous guidance of slightly negative comparable retail sales and now expects to achieve adjusted diluted EPS in the range of $3.47 to $3.54, compared to previous full year 2015 adjusted diluted EPS guidance of $3.35 to $3.45 and adjusted diluted EPS of$3.05 in full year 2014. This guidance range assumes that currency exchange rates will negatively impact adjusted diluted EPS by approximately ($0.14) cents in the full year 2015. On a constant currency basis, full year 2015 adjusted diluted EPS is projected to be $3.61 to $3.68.

About The Children’s Place, Inc.
The Children’s Place is the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America.  The Company designs, contracts to manufacture, sells at retail and wholesale, and licenses to sell fashionable, high-quality merchandise at value prices, primarily under the proprietary “The Children’s Place,” “Place” and “Baby Place” brand names.  As of October 31, 2015, the Company operated 1,085 stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, an online store at www.childrensplace.com, and had 90 international stores open and operated by its franchise partners in 12 countries.

Forward Looking Statements
This press release may contain certain forward-looking statements regarding future circumstances, including statements relating to the Company’s strategic initiatives and adjusted net income per diluted share. These forward-looking statements are based upon the Company’s current expectations and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and performance to differ materially. Some of these risks and uncertainties are described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in the “Risk Factors” section of its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2015. Included among the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and performance to differ materially are the risk that the Company will be unsuccessful in gauging fashion trends and changing consumer preferences, the risks resulting from the highly competitive nature of the Company’s business and its dependence on consumer spending patterns, which may be affected by the weakness in the economy that continues to affect the Company’s target customer, the risk that the Company’s strategic initiatives to increase sales and margin are delayed or do not result in anticipated improvements, the risk that the cost of raw materials or energy prices will increase beyond current expectations or that the Company is unable to offset cost increases through value engineering or price increases, and the uncertainty of weather patterns. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they were made. The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. The inclusion of any statement in this release does not constitute an admission by the Company or any other person that the events or circumstances described in such statement are material.

Contact:  Robert Vill, Group Vice President, Finance, (201) 453-6693

Children’s Place, Inc.

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The Children’s Place, Inc. BoD will adopt proxy access rights and will propose a set of additional shareholder rights

Company Announces Other Corporate Governance Enhancements

SECAUCUS, N.J., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Children’s Place, Inc.(Nasdaq:PLCE), the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America, today announced that its Board of Directors will adopt proxy access rights and will propose a set of additional shareholder rights for shareholder approval at the Company’s 2016 Annual Meeting.  In addition, its Board of Directors has taken steps to strengthen the Company’s governance practices in the areas of director engagement and executive compensation, and to enhance disclosure practices.  These governance enhancements and proposals underscore the Board’s commitment to corporate governance best practices and are based on input received from a comprehensive outreach initiative to our major shareholders led by Dr. Joseph Alutto, Chair of the Nominating and Governance Committee, which included multiple discussions with shareholders holding approximately two-thirds of the Company’s shares of common stock.

Dr. Alutto stated, “Our current governance framework provides important support for our business and promotes the achievement of our strategic initiatives, all in order to serve the best interests of our shareholders.  We are proud of our governance practices, and we understand the importance of reassessing them regularly.  Over the last several months, we sought input from our major shareholders concerning governance matters which are important to them, and we greatly appreciate their engagement with us in highly productive conversations.  Following this outreach, our Board of Directors added to our strong governance framework by taking steps in the areas of shareholder rights, director engagement, executive compensation and disclosure practices that reflect its commitment to strong corporate governance, transparency and the creation of shareholder value.”

Proxy Access
The Board will amend the Company’s Bylaws to provide proxy access rights to our shareholders. This amendment will provide that the Company is to include nominees in its proxy materials for up to 20% of the Board proposed by a shareholder, or a group of up to 20 shareholders, who have continuously owned 3% or more of the Company’s common stock for a minimum of 3 years.

Additional Shareholder Rights
The Company’s Charter presently prohibits shareholders from calling special meetings, requires a 75% shareholder vote in certain circumstances and contains the Company’s current advance notice provision.  Shareholder approval is required to amend these provisions to permit the Company to adopt more favorable shareholder rights.  The Company will propose these Charter amendments for shareholder approval at its 2016 Annual Meeting.  If the Charter amendments are approved by shareholders, the Company will adopt the following additional shareholder rights:

  • Special Meetings – Shareholders holding at least 25% of the Company’s common stock would be permitted to call a special meeting.
  • Voting Percentage – A majority voting standard would replace the 75% super-majority shareholder voting requirement currently applicable in certain instances.
  • Advanced Notice – The amended advanced notice provision would provide for a 30-day notice window for submitting Board nominations and shareholder proposals for inclusion in the Company’s proxy statement, replacing the current 15-day notice window.  The amended notice window would also key off the prior year’s Annual Meeting date, replacing the current provision that keys off of the current annual meeting date.

Dr. Alutto continued, “In addition, and in response to our shareholder outreach, our Board has made the following corporate governance enhancements:”

Director Engagement
The Board has amended its Corporate Governance Guidelines to limit the number of public company Boards on which each independent director may serve to four, inclusive of their service on the Board of The Children’s Place.  In addition, the amended guidelines further emphasize the importance of the Board’s policies concerning diversity, Board refreshment and succession planning.

Executive Compensation
The Company has added adjusted operating margin and adjusted return on invested capital to the existing performance metric of adjusted earnings per share, and has eliminated the use of a total shareholder return, or TSR, modifier, for purposes of its long-term incentive compensation plan.  These changes will be effective for awards to be made in 2016 and are in response to shareholder requests for performance metrics that more directly measure progress on the Company’s strategic initiatives and over which management has more direct influence.

Enhanced Disclosure
During our outreach, shareholders emphasized the importance of transparent disclosure of the Board’s ongoing focus on corporate governance.  In response to that feedback, the Company plans to include additional detail in its 2016 Proxy Statement and 2015 Annual Report on Form 10-K related to the Board’s processes, practices and reasoning on corporate governance matters, including its annual self-assessment and individual director evaluation processes.

Dr. Alutto concluded, “We are continually looking at ways to improve our Board and its processes to best position the Company to continue to generate shareholder value and meet its strategic goals. The Board was unanimous in its decision to take the actions announced today, and we look forward to maintaining a consistent and productive dialogue with our shareholders.”

About The Children’s Place, Inc.
The Children’s Place is the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America.  The Company designs, contracts to manufacture, sells at retail and wholesale, and licenses to sell fashionable, high-quality merchandise at value prices, primarily under the proprietary “The Children’s Place,” “Place” and “Baby Place” brand names.  As of October 31, 2015, the Company operated 1,085 stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, an online store at www.childrensplace.com, and had 90 international stores open and operated by its franchise partners in 12 countries.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release may contain certain forward-looking statements regarding future circumstances. These forward-looking statements are based upon the Company’s current expectations and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and performance to differ materially. Some of these risks and uncertainties are described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in the “Risk Factors” section of its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2015. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they were made. The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. The inclusion of any statement in this release does not constitute an admission by the Company or any other person that the events or circumstances described in such statement are material.

Robert Vill Rvill@childrensplace.com

Children’s Place, Inc.

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens surpassed the $760.5M lifetime gross of Avatar in a record-shattering 20 days of release

BURBANK, Calif., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will discuss fiscal first quarter 2016 finaThis afternoon, with early box office results in, Star Wars: The Force Awakens became the highest grossing film of all time in the domestic market, surpassing the $760.5M lifetime gross of Avatar in a record-shattering 20 days of release. In addition, the film crossed the $800M mark at the international box office today.

Through Jan. 5, the film had grossed $758.2M domestically and $799.1M for a global total of $1,557.3M since its Dec. 16 global debut.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens debuted in the US and Canada on Dec. 18, its first two weeks pushing the domestic annual industry box office to an all-time high of $11B. It has set numerous individual records including:

· Fastest film to reach $100M (21 hours), $200M (3 days), $300M (5 days), $400M (8 days), $500M (10 days), $600M (12 days), and $700M (16 days)

· Biggest all-time debut and biggest December debut ($247.966M), propelling the industry to the biggest overall moviegoing weekend of all time ($313.3M for all films, Dec. 18-20)

· Biggest second weekend of all time ($149.2M), propelling the industry to the biggest overall Christmas weekend of all time ($296.4M for all films, Dec. 25-27)

· Biggest third weekend of all time ($90.2M)

· Biggest Thursday preview gross ($57M)

· Biggest Friday, opening, and single day ($119.1M)

· Biggest Sunday ($60.55M), Monday ($40.1M), and Tuesday ($37.3M)

· Biggest Christmas Day ($49.3M) and New Year’s Day ($34.39M)

· Highest per-theater average for a wide debut ($59,982)

· Biggest opening week ($390.85M)

· Biggest IMAX debut ($30.1M)

Globally, the film posted the highest global opening weekend of all time ($528.967M) and surpassed $1B in a record 12 days. It also had the biggest global IMAX debut ($48M) and surpassed $152M in IMAX in a record 19 days. It was the highest international debut in December history with $281M, and it remains #1 in many territories after posting the biggest opening weekend in at least 18 major markets.

Named one of AFI’s top 10 films of 2015, Star Wars: The Force Awakens now heads into its fourth weekend of global release ahead of a debut in its final international market, China, on Jan. 9.

SOURCE: Disney

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The Walt Disney Company’s Q1 2016 financial results webcast on Tuesday, February 9, 2016

BURBANK, Calif., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will discuss fiscal first quarter 2016 financial results via a live audio webcast beginning at 5:00 p.m. EST / 2:00 p.m. PST on Tuesday, February 9, 2016.

Results will be released at approximately 4:15 p.m. EST / 1:15 p.m. PST.

To listen to the webcast, point your browser to www.disney.com/investors. The webcast presentation will be archived.

Contacts:

Lowell Singer
Investor Relations
(818) 560-6601

Zenia Mucha
Corporate Communications
(818) 560-5300

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Cold Stone Creamery® brings back Fudge Truffle Ice Cream through the True Love Promotion just in time for Valentine’s Day

The Flavor of the Season is Love… and Indulgent Chocolate!

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Cold Stone Creamery® (www.ColdStoneCreamery.com) is sharing the love with the return of our popular Fudge Truffle Ice Cream through the True Love Promotion, in stores January 6 through March 1, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Our Fudge Truffle Ice Cream, Made Fresh in small batches in every store, is a chocolate lover’s dream – creamy, rich and decadent! Treat your sweetie to the Falling in Chocolate™ Creation™ made with Fudge Truffle Ice Cream, Brownie, Fudge and Whipped Topping.

In addition to the delightfully chocolate Creation™, try the heart-shaped, Fudge Truffle Decadence™ cake and Truffles are Forever™ cupcakes. Our cake has moist layers of Red Velvet Cake, Sweet Cream Ice Cream with Chocolate Shavings and Fudge Truffle Ice Cream with Chocolate Shavings wrapped in rich Fudge Ganache. The brand’s special Valentine’s Day cupcakes are made with a rich chocolate cup filled with a layer of Red Velvet Cake, Fudge Truffle Ice Cream and topped off with a fluffy layer of Fudge Frosting and Milk & White Chocolate Curls.

Additionally, and for a limited time only, guests can order a Fudge Truffle Frappe. This chocolate treat is a creamy, ice blended coffee drink with Dark Cocoa, Fudge and garnished with Whipped Topping – indulge while it lasts!

“Traditionally, chocolate symbolizes love and the sharing of sweet treats with loved ones on Valentine’s Day, so indulge your senses and try our decadent Fudge Truffle Creation, cake, cupcakes, or new Fudge Truffle Frappe,” said Kate Unger, senior vice president of marketing for Cold Stone Creamery. “Our True Love Promotion kicks the New Year off right by offering something truly sweet and indulgent with a flavor profile that chocolate fans will go crazy over. Cold Stone’s Fudge Truffle Ice Cream takes chocolate and love to a whole new level!”

The Cold Stone Creamery Falling in Chocolate Creation™, the Fudge Truffle Decadence™ Cake, Truffles are Forever™ Cupcakes and Fudge Truffle Frappe will be in stores from January 6 – March 1, 2016.

  • Promotional Creation™:
    o Falling In Chocolate™ – Fudge Truffle Ice Cream with Brownie, Fudge and Whipped Topping
  • Promotional Cake:
    o Fudge Truffle Decadence™ – Layers of moist Red Velvet Cake, Sweet Cream Ice Cream with Chocolate Shavings and Fudge Truffle Ice Cream with Chocolate Shavings wrapped in rich Fudge Ganache
  • Promotional Cupcake:
    o Truffles are Forever™ – A rich Chocolate Cup filled with a layer of Red Velvet Cake and Fudge Truffle Ice Cream, topped with fluffy Fudge Frosting and Milk & White Chocolate Curls
  • Promotional Frappe:
    o Fudge Truffle – Creamy, ice blended coffee drink with Dark Cocoa, Fudge and Whipped Topping

Don’t forget to pick up a Cold Stone Creamery gift card – the perfect Valentine’s gift for friends, neighbors, teachers, and that special someone. Gift cards can be purchased at your local store location.

As always, our cakes and cupcakes are available in our stores, or can be ordered online at www.ColdStoneCakes.com.

About Cold Stone Creamery®
Cold Stone Creamery® delivers the Ultimate Ice Cream Experience® through a community of Franchisees who are passionate about ice cream. The secret recipe for smooth and creamy ice cream is handcrafted fresh daily in each store and then customized by combining a variety of mix-ins on a frozen granite stone. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Cold Stone Creamery is a subsidiary of Kahala Brands™, one of the fastest growing franchising companies in the world, with a portfolio of 18 quick-service restaurant concepts. Cold Stone Creamery operates approximately 1,500 locations in over 26 countries.

About “Made Fresh”
In Cold Stone Creamery® locations across the world, our ice cream is handcrafted in small batches – one flavor at a time. We start with the highest quality cream, sugar and flavorings to make our ice cream fresh in the back of each of our stores. This small-batch process ensures our customers receive the richest, creamiest, most delicious ice cream when they visit Cold Stone Creamery.

For more information about Cold Stone Creamery, visit www.ColdStoneCreamery.com.

For more information about Kahala Brands, visit www.KahalaBrands.com.

CONTACT:
Jessica Benedick
Cold Stone Creamery®
(480) 622-3349
jbenedick@kahalamgmt.com

 

SOURCE: Cold Stone Creamery

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Staples introduces Next Day Guarantee Staples Tech Services

Majority of Small Businesses Value Next Day Guarantee for Tech Services, according to Staples Survey

FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Staples (NASDAQ: SPLS) makes more happen for small businesses with its new Next Day Guarantee Staples Tech Services. The suite of Staples Tech Services includes PC services that now come with a Next Day Guarantee to quickly and correctly fix tech issues to help keep businesses running smoothly. Select Staples stores also offer mobile phone and tablet repairs.

A recent Staples survey found that the majority (76 percent) of small business leaders would find guaranteed next day service for technology issues valuable. The new Next Day Guarantee from Staples Tech Services delivers fast, quality solutions including PC set up, data transfer, software upgrades, virus removal and more.

The Next Day Guarantee ensures that PC’s brought into Staples stores by Noon will be serviced by 5PM the next day — or the repairs are free (excluding hardware repairs, unbootable PCs, off-premise services and subject to store hours).

“Staples customers rely on technology to keep their business running, and we are committed to providing quick and efficient tech services for the total lifecycle of their technology,” said Peter Scala, executive vice president, merchandising at Staples. “Whether our customers need tech support in store, online, at home or in the office, our new Staples Tech Services make solutions happen and help keep business running smoothly.”

For more information on Staples Tech services, please visit: www.staples.com/techservices.

In addition, Staples Tech Services will offer mobile phone and tablet repair in select Staples stores. Mobile repairs include replacements for cracked screens, poor batteries, broken home buttons and more. All of Staples mobile phone and tablet repairs are made with the highest quality parts and come with a limited 1-year warranty. To locate a Staples store with mobile phone repair, please visit: www.staples.com/mobilerepair.

Staples Tech Services provides all of the tech support small businesses need such as PC tune-ups, virus and malware removal, data recovery and IT support. And customers can feel confident knowing they are getting the lowest prices on technology products and services with every day guaranteed low prices, the back-to-business 110% Price Match Guarantee and the Business Less List.

About the Survey
This survey of 998 small business leaders was conducted using Research Now and was live from December 10, 2015 – December 17, 2015.

About Staples:
Staples makes it easy to make more happen with more products and more ways to shop. Through its world-class retail, online and delivery capabilities, Staples lets customers shop however and whenever they want, whether it’s in-store, online, on mobile devices, or through the company’s innovative buy online, pick-up in store option. Staples offers more products than ever, such as technology, facilities and breakroom supplies, furniture, safety supplies, medical supplies, and Print and Marketing Services. Headquartered outside of Boston, Staples operates throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. More information about Staples (SPLS) is available at www.staples.com.

Source: Staples

Staples
Kristy Houston, 508-253-8468
Kristine.Houston@Staples.com
or
Carrie McElwee, 508-253-1405
Carrie.McElwee@Staples.com

 

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Hudson’s Bay Company to acquire Gilt Groupe Holdings, Inc. for $250 million

  • Acquisition Accelerates HBC’s All-Channel Growth
  • Strong Mobile and Personalization Expertise Will Advance Pace of Innovation Across HBC’s Rapidly Growing Digital Business
  • Gilt has Loyal and Devoted Millennial Membership

TORONTO & NEW YORK, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — (All amounts in US dollars) – Hudson’s Bay Company (“HBC” or the “Company”) (TSX: HBC) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gilt Groupe Holdings, Inc. (“Gilt”) for $250 million in cash, subject to customary requirements.

This transaction reflects HBC’s ongoing focus on advancing its all-channel model while continuing to grow its successful off-price business through the integration of Gilt with Saks OFF 5TH locations.

Gilt is a leading and innovative online shopping destination, offering its members special access to inspiring fashion merchandise and experiences. With over 9 million members and approximately 50% of orders generated on its mobile platform, Gilt has cultivated a loyal and devoted millennial following.

Jerry Storch, the Chief Executive Officer of HBC, stated, “With this transaction we are further accelerating both HBC’s all-channel offering and Gilt’s growth. We plan to continue to foster Gilt’s culture of innovation, which has helped create a strong brand with a loyal and devoted millennial following. Adding Gilt to our rapidly growing digital business is very exciting and we see tremendous potential to enhance our mobile and personalization strategies by leveraging Gilt’s advanced capabilities. We look forward to welcoming the Gilt team to HBC and to benefitting from the complementary nature of our businesses.”

“HBC and Saks OFF 5TH are the ideal home for Gilt and our members,” said Michelle Peluso, Chief Executive Officer of Gilt. “HBC understands our proposition and is committed to positioning our business for further success. Our members will find having a brick and mortar presence valuable and a positive addition to the Gilt experience. We are excited for our future and confident that we have the right team in place to continue to innovate the shopping experience and grow Gilt.”

The transaction is expected to contribute approximately $500 million to HBC’s consolidated fiscal 2016 sales and be complementary to HBC’s existing business. Additionally, HBC plans to leverage Gilt’s mobile and personalization capabilities to accelerate the growth of HBC’s digital business across all of its existing banners.

The Company also expects to benefit from the integration of Gilt with Saks OFF 5TH locations, including the introduction of a new return program at Saks OFF 5TH locations for Gilt merchandise following the closing of the acquisition. HBC also expects to create Gilt concept shops at Saks OFF 5TH stores, developing a true all-channel model for Gilt.

The Company expects Gilt to contribute approximately $40 million of Adjusted EBITDA by fiscal 2017, which is expected to be generated from both revenue and cost drivers. Opportunities for revenue growth at Gilt include growth in Gilt’s underlying business, revenue synergies from accepting Gilt returns at Saks Off 5th stores, and growth in Gilt’s membership from leveraging HBC’s customer base to source new members. Opportunities for revenue growth at Saks Off 5th include increased customer traffic to stores from Gilt customers making returns and sales to customers visiting Gilt concept shops inside Saks Off 5th locations. Opportunities for expense savings and operational efficiencies from combining the businesses include reduced shipping costs, increased purchasing power, and shared inventories across Gilt and Saks Off 5th.

HBC expects to fund the $250 million purchase price plus transaction costs using cash on hand. The transaction is expected to close on or about February 1, 2016, subject to customary closing conditions and Gilt shareholder approval.

Scotiabank is acting as exclusive financial advisor to HBC. Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP acted as M&A legal counsel, and Stikeman Elliott LLP served as company legal counsel. Lazard is acting as exclusive  financial adviser to Gilt andWilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr is acting as its counsel.

For media use: Photos and b-roll related to the Hudson’s Bay Company acquisition of Gilt available at :http://investor.hbc.com/releases.cfm

About Hudson’s Bay Company
Hudson’s Bay Company is one of the fastest-growing department store retailers in the world, based on its successful formula of driving the performance of high quality stores and their all-channel offerings, unlocking the value of real estate holdings and growing through acquisitions. Founded in 1670, HBC is the oldest company in North America. HBC’s portfolio today includes nine banners, in formats ranging from luxury to better department stores to off price, with more than 460 stores and 65,000 employees around the world.

In North America, HBC’s leading banners include Hudson’s Bay, Lord & Taylor, Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks OFF 5TH, along with Find @ Lord & Taylor and Home Outfitters. In Europe, its banners include GALERIA Kaufhof, the largest department store group in Germany, Belgium’s only department store group Galeria INNO, as well as Sportarena.

HBC has significant investments in real estate joint ventures. It has partnered with Simon Property Group Inc. in the HBS Global Properties Joint Venture, which owns properties in the United States and Germany. In Canada, it has partnered with RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust in the RioCan-HBC Joint Venture.

About Gilt
Gilt, www.Gilt.com, is an innovative online shopping destination offering its members special access to the most inspiring merchandise and experiences all at insider prices. Gilt opens a window every day to the exceptional as it continually searches the world for the most coveted brands and products, including fashion and accessories for women, men, and children; home decor; and unique activities in select cities and destinations.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements made in this news release, including, but not limited to, statements relating to the contemplated acquisition of Gilt, timing and benefits that are expected to result from the proposed acquisition, including the addition of approximately $500 million to HBC’s consolidated fiscal 2016 sales, the expected benefits from the integration of Gilt with Saks OFF 5TH locations, the expected contribution by Gilt of approximately $40 million of Adjusted EBITDA by fiscal 2017, and other statements that are not historical facts, are forward-looking. Often but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “may”, “will”, “expect”, “believe”, “estimate”, “plan”, “could”, “should”, “would”, “outlook”, “forecast”, “anticipate”, “foresee”, “continue” or the negative of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology.

Although HBC believes that the forward-looking statements in this news release are based on information and assumptions that are current, reasonable and complete, these statements are by their nature subject to a number of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from management’s expectations and plans as set forth in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons. Some of the factors – many of which are beyond our control and the effects of which can be difficult to predict – include, among others (a) the failure to obtain, on a timely basis or otherwise, required approvals for the proposed acquisition; (b) the risk that a condition to completion of the proposed acquisition may not be satisfied; © the possibility that the anticipated benefits from the proposed acquisition cannot be realized; (d) the ability of HBC to retain and attract key Gilt personnel and for Gilt to maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and other business partners; (e) credit, market, currency, operational, liquidity and funding risks generally, including changes in economic conditions, interest rates or tax rates; and (f) risks and uncertainties relating to information management, technology, supply chain, product safety, changes in law, competition, seasonality, commodity price and business. The proposed acquisition could be modified, restructured or terminated.

HBC cautions that the foregoing list of important factors and assumptions is not exhaustive and other factors could also adversely affect its results. For more information on the risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause HBC’s actual results to differ from current expectations, please refer to the “Risk Factors” section of HBC’s third quarter Management Discussion & Analysis dated December 10, 2015, as well as HBC’s other public filings, available at www.sedar.com and at www.hbc.com.

The forward-looking statements contained in this news release describe HBC’s expectations at the date of this news release and, accordingly, are subject to change after such date. Except as may be required by applicable Canadian securities laws, HBC does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this news release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

 

 

INVESTOR:
Hudson’s Bay Company:
Kathleen de Guzman, (646) 807-0148
kathleen.deguzman@hbc.com
or
Elliot Grundmanis, (416) 256-6732
elliot.grundmanis@hbc.com
or
MEDIA:
Hudson’s Bay Company:
Kathleen Waugh, (212) 391-5350
Kathleen.Waugh@hbc.com
or
Andrew Blecher, (212) 391-3179
Andrew.blecher@hbc.com

 

Source: Hudson’s Bay Company

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The top wellness trends for 2016 by London Drugs

Pharmacists offer tips for making health-related New Year’s resolutions stick

RICHMOND, B.C., 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — For those who are resolving to make their health a priority in 2016, there are a wide variety of new trends plus a host of tried-and-true healthy behaviors that can help keep motivation high and goals on track.

London Drugs Pharmacist, Jason Chan-Remillard, points out some of the top wellness trends for 2016 and offers some tips for adopting healthy behaviors in the New Year.

1. Advanced Wearable Health Technologies

Wearable tech is everywhere right now and will gain even more traction in 2016 with new features and functionality. Everything from fitness trackers to smart watches and even heart rate monitors are being used to analyze physical wellness.

“These devices are changing the way we plan and manage our workouts, monitor our health and can help motivate us to achieve our wellness goals,” says Chan-Remillard.

London Drugs sees wearable tech as such a critical component of health that they specifically trained their Patient Care Pharmacists on wearable tech options and began hosting Health Tech demo days for customers in their stores. Pharmacists also lead by example in this area, wearing the Fitbit HR during London Drugs’ Nutrition & Healthy Weight Clinics.

“Understanding wearable technology helps us promote wellness. It is now an integrated component of monitoring health and it is a technology we know helps many of our patients,” says Chan-Remillard.

Fitbit earned the spot as the top app in the App Store over Christmas. The newest Fitbit, Fitbit Surge, can not only count steps, but also tracks pace, distance, elevation climbed, heart rate, calories burned and is even able to sync to the Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Scale.

Other wearable tech products like iHealth track blood pressure.

“This is an important advancement because things like high blood pressure aren’t easilydetected, but if left untreated, over time can increase your risk of stroke and heart attack,” says Chan-Remillard.

2. HIIT Workouts

High Intensity Interval Training is one of the hottest workout techniques right now, popular among those who feel it hard to find time to squeeze in their exercise routine. The workout consists of periods of intense exercise followed by periods of rest.

“The growth of this trend coincides with the use of wearable tech devices, since participants are now able to monitor their training intervals,” says Chan-Remillard.

The Timex Ironman Road Trainer’s interval timer or the Garmin Forerunner 225’s GPS tracker can be set to keep track of progress.

3. More natural, less processed ingredients

The 2016 global food and drink trend report from market research company Mintel showed an increasing demand for natural and less processed foods and drinks. This trend is forcing companies to remove artificial ingredients from products.

“The rising promotion of fitness has highlighted a parallel need for food and drink that helps nourish the body,” says Chan-Remillard. “Natural products and supplements that were once seen as ‘alternative’ are now becoming mainstream.”

He points to brands like Vega as one example. The company touts better performance and faster recovery with the use of its clean, plant-based nutrition products and drinks.

This year, the juicing fad is also set to be replaced with “souping”. Since juicing removes the fibre and other nutrients found in the skin and pulp, “souping” is a healthier option that maintains some of the thick, fibrous bits of the original ingredients.

4. Functional Fitness

Canfitpro and The American College of Sports Medicine both included Functional Fitness among their top fitness trends for 2016.

This is one of the easiest ways to incorporate fitness into your New Year’s routine. Functional fitness involves motions that mimic everyday activities, working various muscle groups rather than one single muscle at a time. It includes practical, movements that simulate activities like carrying groceries, shoveling snow, or picking up children.

“This kind of exercise helps you prepare for the physical activities of daily life and puts fitness into real application. By simulating common movements you might do at home, at work or in sports, you reduce your chance of injury in real life situations,” says, Chan-Remillard.

5. Wellness Coaching

Wellness coaching is a growing trend. Individuals hire professionals to provide expertise and support to help them improve health and maintain the motivation to achieve fitness-related goals such as weight reduction, quitting smoking, and improving nutrition.

For many years, Pharmacists have been taking on expanded roles in the Canadian health care system. They can collaborate with patients to deliver a range of wellness services, including:

  • Travel & Immunization Clinics
  • Osteoporosis Screening Clinics
  • Smoking Cessation Clinics
  • Nutrition and Healthy Weight Clinics
  • Heart Health Clinics
  • Immunizations and vaccinations including Influenza and the Zostavax vaccine for Shingles
  • Medication reviews to ensure drug therapy is appropriate and effective.
  • Individualized diabetes management programs with Certified Diabetes Educators
  • Compression stockings fitting
  • Prescriptions for minor ailments/conditions (in some provinces)
  • Assistance in helping patients find solutions to everyday health issues around allergy, cough & cold, pain management, stomach health and eye care.

Patients can meet one-on-one with a pharmacist, and they can help develop a plan, set goals, and suggest appropriate products and strategies to improve health.

“Planning out specific health goals will help motivate you to keep New Year’s resolutions past January,” adds Chan-Remillard.

He notes that pharmacists are on the frontline of preventative health care services and are an excellent resource for anyone trying to improve health and wellness.

About London Drugs
Founded in 1945, B.C.-based London Drugs has 79 stores in more than 35 major markets throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba including its online store www.londondrugs.com London Drugs offers consumers a range of products from digital cameras and cosmetics to computers and televisions. Renowned for its creative approach to retailing, the company employs more than 7,500 people with pharmacy and health care services being the heart of its business. Committed to innovation and superior customer service, London Drugs has established itself as a reputable and caring company and continues to position itself for future growth and development.

Pharmacists are available for interviews about 2016 wellness trends as well as tips for sticking to healthrelated New Year’s resolutions.

To schedule an interview, please contact:
Angela Joyce, Media Relations Alberta
403.681.9286
aj@whiterabbitcommunications.com

Cynnamon Schreinert, Media Relations British Columbia, Saskatchewan
604-802-2733
cynnamon@hartleypr.com

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Millions prefer buying online to speaking with a salesperson – new research by Experian

Millions prefer buying online to speaking with a salesperson – for everything from financial services, to car insurance and utilities

Nottingham, UK, 2016-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — When it comes to buying financial services, utilities, or car insurance, just one in five (21%)* favour speaking to a provider in person, while the rest  prefer online dealings.

Despite often complex information, terms and conditions that underpin financial products and services, the vast majority of customers favour online transactions, according new research by Experian.  Car insurance (54%) and utility providers (53%) top the list with consumers saying they prefer to apply online than deal with an individual.

However, four out of five (81%) experience frustration when going through a financial providers’ ‘digital journey’.  The biggest bug-bear for nearly a third of online applicants (29%) was answering all the questions only to be told they did not qualify.

Furthermore, they are unforgiving, with nearly two out of five simply opting to go elsewhere. It also emerged that poor sentiment sticks, with a similar number (29%) avoiding the provider completely in the future.

Over-55s are particularly prone to this behaviour with more than one in three (36%) saying they would avoid providers permanently after a bad experience online.

Ian Cunningham, Managing Director of ID & Fraud at Experian, says: “People want the convenience and flexibility of being able to apply for essential services online – particularly when time is an issue.  For those who get turned down, it’s not necessarily due a bad credit history.  Our research shows that for one in eight (12%) it was because further proof of identification was needed, while for one in nine (11%) there just wasn’t enough information about them.

“However, more and more people are just giving up on an online provider if they find the experience is too difficult and protracted.  Regardless of the desire to avoid talking to someone, online shoppers still – quite rightly – expect a great customer experience.  With less than one in five (19%) likely to contact the provider to address the issue, it is clear that the rest are ready to go elsewhere if they have the choice. User experience is quickly becoming one of the most important considerations for businesses that have an online offering, but this also has to be balanced with robust security and fraud prevention systems.”

Top five negative aspects of online applications for UK adults
Answering all questions only to be rejected 29%
The risk to personal security 27%
The amount of personal information that needs to be provided and filled in manually 27%
Not being able to discuss with someone face to face 24%
Answering all the questions but still having to post in ID documents 22%

The survey also revealed that despite preferring online interaction, concerns about the safety of their information online is still high on the list. More than one in four (27%) of those surveyed believe their personal security may be at risk when handing over so many of their details online.

Car insurance and utilities rank as the top products that UK adults prefer to apply for online whilst utilities and current accounts are the preferred products for consumers to manage accounts online.

Financial product % Prefer to apply online % Prefer to manage accounts online
Car Insurance 54% 30%
Utilities(gas, water, electricity) 53% 55%
House Insurance 49% 31%
Public sector services e.g driving license, tax returns 43% 41%
Mobile Phone 42% 46%
Credit Card 41% 45%
Current Account 39% 53%
Benefits e.g. jobseekers allowance, working tax credit 29% 28%
Personal loan 27% 28%

Ian advises: “Even the savviest ‘internet only’ customers are worried about the security of the online process, so there is some work still to be done in putting their minds at rest.

“A few things people should look for when entering sensitive personal information on a web page include the ‘lock’ icon to the left of the site’s URL in the address bar.  You should also check the URL for ‘https’ rather than ‘http’ – this means that the site uses ‘Secure Sockets Layer’, which enables data to be shared securely.  Ultimately, if you are not sure, don’t enter your details. Contact the service provider instead to verify the address.”

-ENDS-

Survey conducted by Opinium Research between 23 and 25 September 2015 amongst 2002 respondents to a nationally representative sample.

*Respondents were asked whether they prefer to apply for the following products online or in person:

  • Utilities (gas, water, electricity)
  • Current account
  • Public sector services e.g. driving license, tax returns
  • Mobile phone
  • Credit card
  • Claim on house insurance
  • Claim on car insurance
  • Benefits e.g. jobseekers allowance, working tax credit
  • Personal loan

Contact:

Eddie Keough / Sarah Muir

Lansons
020 7490 8828
edwardk@lansons.com/ sarahm@lansons.com

About Experian

We are the leading global information services company, providing data and analytical tools to our clients around the world. We help businesses to manage credit risk, prevent fraud, target marketing offers and automate decision making.

We also help people to check their credit report and credit score, and protect against identity theft.  In 2015, we were named by Forbes magazine as one of the ‘World’s Most Innovative Companies’.

We employ approximately 17,000 people in 38 countries and our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland, with operational headquarters in Nottingham, UK; California, US; and São Paulo, Brazil.

Experian plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. Total revenue for the year ended March 31, 2015, was US$4.8 billion.

To find out more about our company, please visit http://www.experianplc.com or watch our documentary, ‘Inside Experian’.