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Sears to kick off Cyber Monday from Sunday, Nov. 27 at 12:01 a.m. through Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 11:59 p.m.

Convenient shopping services let shoppers buy online, get gifts same day for free HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., , 2016-Nov-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sears will kick off Cyber Monday one day early with 72 hours of online doorbusters that start Sunday, Nov. 27 at 12:01 a.m. and run through Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 11:59 p.m. Sears will…
November 24, 20160Comments

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Dunkin’ Donuts offers medium hot or iced espresso beverage for special price of $1.99 all day today, November 23

Dunkin’ Donuts offers medium hot or iced espresso beverage for special price of $1.99 all day today, November 23 Exclusive new Elf on a Shelf ornament highlights Dunkin’ Donuts’ selection of stocking stuffers for holiday shopping season CANTON, MA, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today is National Espresso Day, and Dunkin’ Donuts is welcoming the holiday with a…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Kmart set to achieve major milestone of raising $100 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

As the No. 1 supporter of St. Jude, retailer is set to achieve major milestone HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — #GivingTuesday is a global day dedicated to giving back, and this year Kmart is striving to hit a ridiculously awesome milestone – raising $100 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. "I am…
November 23, 20160Comments

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NRF welcomes judge’s ruling on preventing DOL’s changes to federal overtime rules from taking effect on Dec 1

WASHINGTON, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation welcomed a judge’s ruling today that will prevent the Labor Department’s changes to federal overtime rules from taking effect as scheduled on December 1. U.S. District Judge Amos Mazzant issued a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit brought by NRF, attorneys general from 21 states…
November 23, 20160Comments

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The National Council of Chain Restaurants applauded the postpone of U.S. Labor Department’s misguided overtime regulations

WASHINGTON, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Council of Chain Restaurants’ Executive Director Rob Green applauded today’s (November 22, 2016) decision by U.S. District Judge Amos Mazzant to grant a preliminary injunction to postpone the U.S. Labor Department’s misguided overtime regulations. “Today, Judge Mazzant agreed with what NCCR and our coalition allies have been saying…
November 23, 20160Comments

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NRF: We’re glad to see Visa has recognized that they have crossed the line

WASHINGTON, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation welcomed Visa’s announcement today (November 22, 2016) that it will no longer use EMV technology and rules to improperly steer debit card transactions to its own processing network following an investigation by the Federal Trade Commission and a ruling by the Federal Reserve. “We’re glad to…
November 23, 20160Comments

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RILA: We welcome today’s ruling blocking the implementation of new U.S. DOL overtime regulations

Arlington , VA, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement in response to an injunction issued late today by a federal judge blocking the implementation of new U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) overtime regulations. "We welcome today's ruling. As RILA has argued since the final rule was…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Retailers: state anti-surcharge laws are not consumer-protection legislation

Arlington , VA, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (11/22/2016) the Retail Litigation Center (RLC) joined by the Retail Council of New York State, Florida Retail Federation and the Food Marketing Institute filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in Expressions Hair Designs vs. Schneiderman. The case takes up the issue of whether…
November 23, 20160Comments

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NACS survey: economic optimism up, gas prices down, election over, Americans intend to travel and spend more over the holidays

ALEXANDRIA, Va, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — More Americans today (11/22/2016) are optimistic about the economy than they have been in the nearly four years of tracking consumer sentiment—and they say that they intend to drive and spend more over the coming month, according to the results of a national consumer survey released by…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Dunkin’ Donuts to develop six restaurants in Greenville and three restaurants in Raleigh-Durham, N.C. with franchise group Safari Foods Inc.

LEADING COFFEE AND BAKERY BRAND SEEKS FRANCHISEE CANDIDATES IN THE JACKSONVILLE/SNEADS FERRY AND BURLINGTON/MEBANE AREAS CANTON, MA, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, announced today (Nov. 14, 2016) the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with franchise group Safari Foods Inc. to develop six restaurants in…
November 23, 20160Comments

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The Co-op launches an ambition to have 80% of all its packaging recyclable by 2020

MANCHESTER, England, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Two thirds of all plastic packaging used for consumer products in the UK is being sent to landfill or incineration with only one third being recycled, according to figures from the Co-op. Only half a million of the 1.5 million tonnes of recyclable plastic waste created every year is…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Lagardère Travel Retail wins contract to operate Duty Free and Specialty at Cairns Airport

Australia, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Following their success in a competitive tender process, Lagardère Travel Retail has been awarded 10 year concessions to operate Duty Free and Specialty at Cairns Airport. This win signals a strong and successful partnership with Cairns Airport and reinforces Lagardère Travel Retail’s strategic plan of providing retail solutions to their…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Dollar Tree, Inc. announces financial results for 3Q FY2016

Sales Increased 1.1% to $5.00 Billion and Same-Store Sales Increased 1.7% ~ Diluted Earnings per Share Increased 105.7% to $0.72 ~ Earnings Include Expenses of $0.09 per Share for Debt Refinancing CHESAPEAKE, Va, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), North America's leading operator of discount variety stores, today (November…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Commissaries offer great promotions to save on holiday groceries

FORT LEE, Va., 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Special in-store promotions and your Rewards Card make the commissary the place to go to save on holiday groceries, according to the Defense Commissary Agency's director of sales. "Our commissaries are full of great promotions for the holidays," said Tracie Russ, DeCA sales director. "Customers will be…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Kering Foundation hosted a special screening of award-winning film Sonita as part of its annual White Ribbon for Women campaign

As part of its annual White Ribbon for Women campaign, to break the silence on violence against women, the Kering Foundation welcomed over 200 personalities from the film, luxury and fashion industries and women’s rights organizations to a special screening of the award-winning film Sonita at BAFTA. London, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Monday 21 November,…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Popeyes® Louisiana Kitchen and Coca-Cola® unveil 2016 Holiday Collector Cups

ATLANTA, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Popeyes® Louisiana Kitchen today (Nov 21, 2016) announced that for the 5th consecutive year, it has partnered with Coca-Cola® to create this year's Holiday Collector Cups. Artists at Coca-Cola, together with Popeyes, catch the spirit of the holidays with four new designs featuring festive scenes with iconic characters to…
November 23, 20160Comments

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JAPAN: Rakuten, ACSL and NTT DOCOMO carried out demonstration experiment of drone-based delivery system utilizing LTE

Tokyo, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rakuten, Inc., Autonomous Control Systems Laboratory Ltd. (ACSL) and NTT DOCOMO, INC. today (November 22, 2016) announced that the three companies have successfully carried out a demonstration experiment of a drone-based delivery system utilizing LTE in the National Strategic Special Zone of Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture. In the latest experiment,…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Barnes & Noble promises a series of incredible offers during its Black Friday Weekend

Return of Black Friday Signed Editions with Over a Half-Million Books Signed by More Than 100 Acclaimed Authors Introducing NOOK Tablet® 7”: The Most Affordable NOOK Ever at Just $49.99 Buy 1, Get 1 50% off Offer on Over a Thousand Educational Toys & Games New York, New York, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Barnes & Noble announces the appointment of Demos Parneros as Chief Operating Officer

New York, NY, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the nation’s largest retail bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today (November 21, 2016) announced that Demos Parneros has been named Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Parneros, whose appointment is effective immediately, will report to…
November 23, 20160Comments

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ascena retail group, inc. to release its Fiscal 2017 1Q financial results on Thursday, December 1, 2016

MAHWAH, N.J., 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — ascena retail group, inc. (NASDAQ - ASNA) today (Nov. 21, 2016) announces the release of its Fiscal 2017 first quarter financial results will take place on Thursday, December 1, 2016. Results will be released over Business Wire at approximately 4:00 PM Eastern Time. The company will also…
November 23, 20160Comments

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London & Cambridge Properties annual strategic report reveals increase in turnover, pre-tax profits and investments

London, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — London & Cambridge Properties (LCP), one of the UK's largest private owners of retail, industrial and office property to let, has posted an “exceptional year” of results, with an increase in turnover, pre-tax profits and investments. The company’s annual strategic report for the financial year ending March 31, 2016, reveals…
November 23, 20160Comments

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HUI Research’s The Christmas Gift of the Year 2016: The VR glasses

HUI Research’s The Christmas Gift of the Year 2016: The VR glasses   Stockholm Sweden, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — We live in a digital era with constantly new technique and products as well as in a society where we demand reinforced experiences i every situation. The Christmas Gift of the Year 2016 is The VR glasses. Virtual…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Alibaba Cloud announces the opening of four new data centers in the Middle East, Europe, Australia and Japan

New facilities in the Middle East, Europe, Australia and Japan will provide comprehensive cloud service offerings, enabling business innovation globally Hangzhou, China, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of Alibaba Group, today (November 21, 2016) announced the opening of four new data centers by the end of 2016 in the Middle East…
November 23, 20160Comments

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SkyBus rollS out self-serve ticketing on its Melbourne routes with NCR Corporation

Fast-growing airport transfer service chooses NCR’s omni-channel self-serve solution Melbourne, Australia, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — SkyBus, operators of Melbourne’s express CBD to airport transport service, has rolled out self-serve ticketing on its Melbourne routes with NCR Corporation, the global leader in omni-channel solutions. The roll out has enabled SkyBus to offer omni-channel and round-the-clock ticketing…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Currys PC World kicks off its biggest ever 10-day Black Tag deals event

Over 3,500 products on offer for 10-day event Top brands to include Samsung, Dyson, Hotpoint, HP, Sony, GoPro and Bose across large domestic appliances, TVs, computing and smart tech Lowest ever prices on 100s of products, plus breakthrough pricing deals on host of top brands UK’s largest electrical retailer gears up for…
November 23, 20160Comments

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USDA FSIS offers tips for a food safe Thanksgiving

WASHINGTON, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — This week millions of Americans will gather family and friends around the dinner table to give thanks. But for those preparing the meal, it can be a stressful time. Not to mention, for many it is the largest meal they have cooked all year, leaving plenty of room for…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Office Depot makes it easier than ever to find thoughtful and practical gifts for everyone

BOCA RATON, Fla., 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ: ODP), a leading global provider of office products, services, and solutions, through its Office Depot and OfficeMax brands, is making it easier than ever to find thoughtful and practical gifts for even the toughest names on holiday shopping lists. From CEOs looking…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Office Depot recognized twenty-two organizations for their leadership in greener purchasing

BOCA RATON, Fla., 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ: ODP), a leading global provider of office products, services and solutions and parent company of Office Depot and OfficeMax, today (November 21, 2016) announced that it recently recognized twenty-two organizations for their leadership in greener purchasing, including: Accurate Personnel Anadarko Petroleum Corporation…
November 23, 20160Comments

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SPAR UK’s Luxury Mince Pies endorsed by women’s magazine, Good Housekeeping Institute

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands,, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR UK’s multi award-winning Luxury Mince Pies have been endorsed by the popular women’s magazine, Good Housekeeping Institute. The December issue of the magazine, on sale from November, highlights the great taste and fantastic quality of SPAR’s Luxury Mince Pies: “The richly spiced mincemeat is moist and…
November 23, 20160Comments

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