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Monthly Archives: February 2016

Morrisons to provide wholesale supply service to Amazon

Bradford, England, 2016-Feb-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Morrisons and Amazon are today announcing a new supply agreement. In the coming months, hundreds of Morrisons products will be available to Amazon Prime Now and Amazon Pantry customers. Morrisons will provide a wholesale supply service to Amazon, allowing Amazon’s customers access to a wide range of…

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Wincor Nixdorf to provide 600 ATMs and maintenance to Algérie Poste for 10 years

Paderborn, Germany, 2016-Feb-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — With some 18 million customers, Algérie Poste is the market leader for financial services in the North African country of Algeria. The postal company has now concluded a contract with Wincor Nixdorf comprising the delivery of 600 ATMs and maintenance for a period of 10 years. Installation of the…

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Philippines: SM Investments Corporation approves merger of SM Retail Inc. with several related retail companies

Pasay City, Philippines, 2016-Feb-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today the Board of Directors of SM Investments Corporation (SM) approved the merger of its retail arm, SM Retail Inc. (SM Retail) with several related retail companies. The related companies operate leading local retail chains including Ace Hardware, SM Appliance Center, Homeworld, Our Home, Toy Kingdom, Watsons,…

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Philippines: SM Investments Corporation report 13% growth in recurring net income in 2015

Pasay City, Philippines, 2016-Feb-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Investments Corporation (SM) reported a 13% growth in recurring net income in 2015. Consolidated net income stood at PHP28.4 billion in 2015, posting the same level as last year. Consolidated revenues grew 7% to PHP295.9 billion for the period. “Our strong underlying earnings growth in 2015 was due to…

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PetSmart and the Arizona Diamondbacks to create the first-ever season-long dog-friendly ballpark

Left-Center Field “PetSmart Patio” Seats People and Dog Fans during “Dog Days of Summer,” Covering 13 Home Games, Launching April 10 Perfect for Pet Parents to Enjoy America’s Favorite Pastime with Their Best Friends PHOENIX, 2016-Feb-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — PetSmart, Inc. and the Arizona Diamondbacks are teaming up to create the first-ever season-long dog-friendly…

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Harris Teeter to run in-store donation card campaign to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association during the month of March

Company to Sell $1, $3, $5 Cards at Checkout MATTHEWS, N.C., 2016-Feb-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — During the month of March, Harris Teeter will host an in-store donation card campaign to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Cashiers in each Harris Teeter store will ask shoppers and associates to purchase a $1, $3, and $5 “Be…

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Naloxone now easier to obtain in nearly 200 Walgreens pharmacies throughout Indiana

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of Walgreens comprehensive national plan to combat drug abuse, Walgreens today announced it has made naloxone, a potentially lifesaving opioid antidote, available without a prescription in all of its Indiana pharmacies in accordance with state pharmacy regulations. Naloxone is now more accessible and easier to obtain in nearly…

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Naloxone now available without prescription in all Walgreens pharmacies in Ohio

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of Walgreens comprehensive national plan to combat drug abuse, Walgreens today announced it has made naloxone, a potentially lifesaving opioid antidote, available without a prescription in all of its Ohio pharmacies in accordance with state pharmacy regulations. Naloxone is now more accessible and easier to obtain in…

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WALGREENS: TOP TEN DMAS WITH FLU ACTIVITY FOR THE WEEK OF 2/21/2016

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Walgreens Flu Index™ is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country. This week, Walgreens Flu Index data is tracking increased flu activity in the South and West regions of the U.S. The…

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WALGREENS: TOP TEN DMAS WITH FLU ACTIVITY FOR THE WEEK OF 2/14/2016

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Walgreens Flu Index™ is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country. This week, Walgreens Flu Index data is tracking increased flu activity in the South and West regions of the U.S. The…

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Publix opens on Pinterest and Instagram

LAKELAND, Fla., 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Publix Super Markets extended the company’s online social presence with fourth quarter soft launches to Pinterest (December 2015) and Instagram (October 2015). The company currently has more than 14,000 Followers on Instagram and almost 1,000 on Pinterest. Pinterest provides a platform for Publix customers to discover the company’s expertise…

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10 million meals donated for the 3rd international food bank collection campaign coordinated by the Carrefour Foundation

Boulogne-Billancourt, FRANCE, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — 10 million meals donated in 10 countries for this 3rd international food bank collection campaign coordinated by the Carrefour Foundation, with support from the European Food Bank Federation and the Global FoodBanking Network. Last year, from October to December, from Beijing to São Paulo, customers, volunteers and employees from…

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The Walt Disney Company COO Thomas O. Staggs: James Pitaro to become Chairman of Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media

GLENDALE, Calif., 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — James Pitaro, currently Co-Chair of Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media and President, Disney Interactive, has been named Chairman of Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media, it was announced today by Thomas O. Staggs, Chief Operating Officer, The Walt Disney Company. Mr. Pitaro assumes additional responsibilities following DCPI…

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Whole Foods Market® opens its second New Hampshire store

Store will be company’s second New Hampshire location CAMBRIDGE, Mass., 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ: WFM), America’s Healthiest Grocery Store®, will open its newest location, at 121 South River Road in Bedford, New Hampshire, on Friday, April 8, following a 9:45 a.m. bread-breaking ceremony. The 40,000-square-foot store, Whole Foods Market’s second New…

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Whole Foods Market® opens new store in the Milwaukee area

Newest Whole Foods Market Offers Gourmet Sausages, 20-Tap Tavern, and Juice Bar for Shoppers DALLAS, TX, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market® (Nasdaq: WFM), the world’s leading natural and organic grocer, opened its newest store in the Milwaukee area, Wednesday, Feb. 24. The new 47,563 square-foot store at 11100 W. Burleigh Street in Wauwatosa…

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7‑Eleven launches two new Melt sandwiches

Text to Taste: Free Breakfast Melt with Coffee Purchase Feb. 23-26 DALLAS, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven, Inc. is heating up its breakfast menu with the launch of two new Melt sandwiches – the Bacon, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Melt and Maple Sausage, Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Melt. Suggested retail price is $2.99 at participating…

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Best Buy held company-sponsored career workshop to help students from Best Buy Teen Tech Center at Little Black Pearl in Chicago

CHICAGO, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — When it comes to applying for a first job — or any job for that matter — many people stress over writing their resume and preparing for the interview process. Best Buy recently helped 25 students from the Best Buy Teen Tech Center at Little Black Pearl in Chicago learn…

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Albert Heijn lanceert 100 nieuwe bewuste & feel good producten

Zaandam, Netherlands, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Vanaf volgende week breidt Albert Heijn het schap met bewuste & feel good producten flink uit. Het gaat om ruim 100 nieuwe producten die inspelen op de behoeften van klanten met een bewuste levensstijl. Het nieuwe assortiment varieert van ontkiemde producten en pasta’s op basis van peulvruchten, oergranen…

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GCH Retail (Malaysia) expands its distribution centre to support export to Singapore and Cambodia

SEPANG, MALAYSIA, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is expanding its distribution centre, here, which would provide local manufacturers with a platform to market their products internationally at a lower cost. GCH Retail Malaysia and Brunei regional director Datuk Tim Ashdown said the extension of the facility, which housed a warehouse of…

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Hypermarket chain Giant to double the number of home-grown suppliers to support Malaysian SMEs

Giant to couple procucts to support SVEs  SEPANG, MALAYSIA, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The owner of hypermarket chain Giant hopes to double the number of home-grown suppliers to support the growth Malaysian small-medium enterprises (SMEs). Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin said 15% of products sold by Giant, which is owned by…

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Dollar Tree, Inc. to host conference call for investors and analysts for its fourth quarter ended January 30, 2016 on March 1, 2016

CHESAPEAKE, Va, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), North America's leading operator of discount variety stores, will host its conference call for investors and analysts to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter ended January 30, 2016. WHEN: Tuesday, March 1, 2016 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time PARTICIPATE: At least 5 minutes prior to the conference call,…

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Hot Dog Bill of Rights

IRVING, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ladies and gentlemen of the press and social mediasphere, a proclamation from 7‑Eleven, who has provided Americans a hot dog standard based on freedom of choice since the 1970’s: WHEREAS, we’re not about to let any King threaten that juicy, American liberty by limiting the people to just two pre-determined…

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Meijer to change the name of its LPGA tournament to the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

Tournament focuses on mission to stock local food pantries GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer officials announced today that it’s changing the name of its LPGA tournament to the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give in an effort to focus on its cause of stocking local food pantries. “Thanks to the ongoing community…

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Sobeys customers throughout Atlantic Canada can now get even more AIR MILES Reward Miles

Customers can now get AIR MILES Reward Miles at more banners in Atlantic Canada Stellarton, NS, 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (FEBRUARY 23, 2016 ), Sobeys launches the AIR MILES® Reward Program at its Needs and Sobeys express locations, offering customers throughout Atlantic Canada the opportunity to get even more AIR MILES Reward Miles…

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Two retail technology awards europe awarded to companies having Wincor Nixdorf as their IT partner

"Best Instore Solution" at Swiss Coop Group Paderborn, Germany, 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — At this year's retail technology awards europe, two of the coveted prizes were awarded to companies that realized outstanding projects with Wincor Nixdorf as their IT partner. The retail technology awards europe are presented by Cologne's EHI Retail Institute for innovative, groundbreaking…

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Whole Foods Market to experiment with new ideas for store eateries with the launch of food truck test kitchen at its flagship store in Austin

Truck opens March 10 with Momofuku alum chef Tien Ho serving new food concepts, testing ideas for stores  AUSTIN, Texas, 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market is launching a food truck test kitchen at the retailer’s flagship store in Austin, Texas, to experiment with new ideas for store eateries, and to explore collaborations…

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FORTUNE names Whole Food Market “World’s Most Admired Companies” for food and drug stores for the fifth consecutive year

AUSTIN, Texas, 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Companies” list for food and drug stores, for the fifth consecutive year. The grocer is No. 24 on the magazine’s 2016 list for all industries, and is No. 1 in its category for quality of products and services, innovation, people management and social responsibility.  Whole Foods Market is…

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Philippines: SM Prime Holdings reported recurring net income growth of 14% in 2015

Pasay City, Philippines, 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), the Philippines’ leading integrated property company, reported a recurring net income growth of 14% in 2015 to PHP20.9 billion on the back of an 8% increase in consolidated revenues to PHP71.5 billion in the same period.  On a consolidated level, net…

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New Zealand: New World begins construction works for its new store in Papakura

Work has commenced on the latest New World store at the corner of East Street and Wood Street in Papakura, which means shoppers can look forward to a brand new supermarket in the not too distant future. Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tony Catton, Foodstuffs North Island Ltd, Acting General Manager Property Development,…

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Harris Teeter reinforces its commitment to education with $10,000 Lottery Incentive donation to 5 local schools

Store Manager to Present Check to Schools Date:               Wednesday, March 2, 2016 Time:              10 a.m. Location:       Kings Grant Harris Teeter 8101 Fayetteville Rd Fuquay-Varina, NC 27603 Live shots are welcomed! Fuquay-Varina, NC, 2016-Feb-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wednesday, March 2, 2016, Harris Teeter Store Director John Taylor will present 5 local schools each with a $2,000 check to reinforce the company’s…

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