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Yearly Archives: 2016

Overstock.com to hold 3Q FY 2016 financial results conference call on Nov. 3, 2016

SALT LAKE CITY, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSTK) is scheduled to release third quarter financial results for the period ending Sept. 30, 2016 on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2016 after the market closes. The company has scheduled a conference call and webcast for 4:30 p.m. ET that day to discuss these results. The…

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SPAR Slovenia supports sports with event sponsorships

Ljubljana, Slovenia, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Street basketball is a very popular sport in Slovenia and the Slovenian Championships is one of the highlights of the sporting calendar. Showing its support of this well-liked event, SPAR Slovenia sponsored this year’s Championships, which was held in several locations across the country. Around 1,600 players and…

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CHINA: SPAR Shanxi embraces new technologies and innovations instore with the introduction of smart robot named Xiao Te

Shanxi, China, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Shanxi has introduced a smart robot instore, attracting great attention from shoppers. The robot, named Xiao Te, visited a total of 20 stores in Taiyuan city. The SPAR China Partner is shifting from a traditional supermarket concept to a focus on fresh and healthy living, taking active…

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NCR to deploy 7,070 SelfServ™ 22e ATM’s to State Bank of India; the single largest order of ATMs in India

MUMBAI, India, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, today (October 31, 2016) announced that State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest financial institution, has awarded NCR with the single largest order of ATMs in India. As part of this agreement, which is valued at more…

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The Joy in Childhood Foundation’s 2016 National Community Cups® program returns to Dunkin’ Donuts stores this November

The Joy in Childhood Foundation's 2016 National Community Cups® program returns to Dunkin’ Donuts stores this November   CANTON, MA, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — This November, Dunkin’ Donuts will welcome the holidays and the seasonal spirit of giving with a special way for guests to help bring joy to children whose lives are affected by…

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Wetherspoon gains recognition for sourcing RSPCA-Assured shell eggs

Wetherspoon gains recognition for sourcing RSPCA-Assured shell eggs   Watford, United Kingdom, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wetherspoon has become the first pub company to gain recognition from RSPCA Assured – the RSPCA’s ethical food label – for sourcing eggs from farms which care for their hens to higher welfare standards throughout their life. Wetherspoon has committed to…

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Barnes & Noble to host fantastic event lineup for its second annual Mini Maker Faire, November 5-6

New York, NY, 2016-Nov-02 — /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 (10/31/2016) announced the fantastic event lineup for its second annual Mini Maker Faire at stores nationwide the weekend of November 5-6. Barnes & Noble’s second…

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Popeyes® announces the return of Hushpuppy Butterfly Shrimp

ATLANTA, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hushpuppy Butterfly Shrimp returns for a limited time to Popeyes®, bringing the flavors of a storied Southern side dish, Hushpuppies, to the main course with a perfect partner, Butterfly Shrimp! A marriage of two iconic southern staples, Hushpuppy Butterfly Shrimp is eight premium Butterfly Shrimp, marinated in authentic Louisiana seasonings,…

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RUSSIA: Lenta announces the opening of its third hypermarket in Krasnoyarsk

St. Petersburg, Russia, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its third hypermarket in Krasnoyarsk. The new store is a Lenta compact format hypermarket located at 12 Dmitry Martynov str., Pokrovsky shopping mall, Krasnoyarsk. The store has a total…

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Stockmann to reduce the amount of plastic waste and litter as part of its commitment to sustainable development

Helsinki, Finland, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stockmann wants to be a forerunner in environmental issues and to reduce the amount of plastic waste and litter for its part. In order to reduce the amount of plastic bags, several actions including communications and advising will be introduced in Stockmann department stores during 2017. The actions…

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Advance Auto Parts to announce its 3Q FY2016 results on Monday, November 14, 2016

ROANOKE, Va., 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America, serving both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, will report its 2016 third quarter results after market close on Monday, November 14, 2016. The Company will also host a Meet and Greet with…

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Alisa R. Wilma is the Defense Commissary Agency’s new director of public health and safety

FORT LEE, Va., 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Army Lt. Col. Alisa R. Wilma is the Defense Commissary Agency's new director of public health and safety, announced DeCA Executive Director of Sales, Marketing and Policy Rogers E. Campbell. She replaces Army Col. Michael A. Buley, who retired from the military July 31. Wilma reported to…

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100,000 children now having taken part in Foodstuffs’ nutrition in schools programme

Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — A nationwide education initiative that’s helping Kiwi kids make healthier food choices is celebrating a major milestone, with over 100,000 children now having taken part. Since 2007, the Food for Thought programme has taught senior primary school students about the importance of nutrition and healthy eating, and…

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Das Bundeskartellamt: das Joint Venture zwischen der norddeutschen Coop eG und der REWE Markt GmbH unter Auflagen freigegeben

Koln, Deutschland, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Das Bundeskartellamt hat heute das Joint Venture zwischen der norddeutschen Coop eG und der REWE Markt GmbH unter Auflagen freigegeben. Dazu erklärten die Vorstände der Coop Kiel, Rüdiger Kasch und Thorsten Tygges: „Dieses Joint Venture zwischen REWE und Coop Kiel sichert die sky- und plaza-Märkte der Coop…

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CBRE Cares and Rebuilding Together to continue repairs at the Sylvia Family Shelter in Chicago

Los Angeles, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc., through its corporate philanthropy program, CBRE Cares, will partner with national housing nonprofit Rebuilding Together to continue repairs at the Sylvia Family Shelter in Chicago, Illinois, during its annual CBRE Women’s Networking Forum. This will be the group’s second large-scale volunteer project in as…

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Price Chopper/Market 32 stores supported the American Red Cross through the “Give What Fire Takes” campaign

SCHENECTADY, NY, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — During the month of September, customers at Price Chopper/Market 32 stores were once again invited to support the American Red Cross through the “Give What Fire Takes” campaign. NewsChannel 13 joined the effort as a media partner to help raise awareness of local home fire relief and preparedness…

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Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust declared quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per common share

PHILADELPHIA, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (NYSE: PEI) announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per common share.  The dividend is payable on December 15, 2016 to common shareholders of record on December 1, 2016. The December 15th dividend payment will be the…

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Inditex Group: Massimo Dutti opens its new flagship store in Barcelona

Inditex Group: Massimo Dutti opens its new flagship store in Barcelona   Arteixo, Spain, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — This Friday, 28 October, Massimo Dutti will inaugurate its new flagship store in Barcelona, which is housed in an architectural jewel of Catalan Modernism from the end of the 19th century, the Casa Ramón Casas. The Inditex…

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Nueva campaña: EROSKI refuerza su apuesta por los productos alaveses

New campaign: Eroski reinforces its commitment to the Araba products   ELORRIO,España, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — EROSKI ha realizado compras de vino, legumbres y patata de Álava por valor superior a los 12,7 millones de euros en los últimos doce meses. La cooperativa ha presentado hoy su nueva campaña de productos alaveses de temporada en el…

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Michael P. McDermott promoted to the position of Chief Customer Officer at Lowe’s Companies, Inc.

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) today (Oct. 27, 2016) announced that Michael P. McDermott has been promoted to the position of chief customer officer, effective immediately. He will report to Robert A. Niblock, Lowe’s chairman, president and CEO. McDermott currently serves as Lowe’s chief merchandising officer, a position…

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The winners of the M&S Energy Community Energy Fund announced

Following a staggering 78,837 votes by the general public, 19 projects have been awarded grants from the M&S Energy Community Energy Fund. Judges including Sir Ed Davey, have also awarded a further seven projects up to £12,500 each. The project has helped customers get involved and Spark Something Good through donations  for their…

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Sainsbury’s pumpkin-tastic facts

Sainsbury’s pumpkin-tastic facts   London, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — It’s that time of year again when we get busy carving freaky faces into pumpkins to give our neighbours a fright on 31 October. If you want to do the right thing and get the most from your pumpkin, here are some handy hints and tips. Sainsbury’s pumpkin-tastic…

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Sainsbury’s Waste less, Save more: 1.8 million full roast dinners wasted every month in UK

Sainsbury’s Waste less, Save more: 1.8million full roast dinners wasted every month in UK   London, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Britons prepare 108 million on average every month, eat one per week, and half of people rank it as their favourite autumn meal. But despite our love affair with the roast dinner, we waste a…

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K-Group commits itself to actions aimed at reducing the consumption of plastic bags

The K-Group contributes to the effort to reduce the amount of plastic litter that ends up in water bodies and elsewhere in the natural environment. In its commitment to The Society's Commitment to Sustainable Development published today, the K-Group commits itself to actions aimed at reducing the consumption of plastic bags. HELSINKI, Finland, 2016-Nov-01 — /EPR…

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The first LVMH Day of 2016-2017 school year held at the HEC business school campus

© ARR / LVMH A series of on-campus LVMH Days at partner schools give LVMH a unique opportunity to engage with future talents and let them learn more about the Group and its Maisons. PARIS, 2016-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — LVMH Days bring students a chance to more clearly see the tremendous diversity of career opportunities and…

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Shopify’s stock ticker symbol to change from its original two-letter symbol “SH” to “SHOP”

Ottawa, Canada, 2016-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shopify Inc. (NYSE:SHOP)(TSX:SH) (“Shopify”) announces that, effective the start of trading on Tuesday, November 1, 2016, Shopify’s stock ticker symbol on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) will expand from its original two-letter symbol, “SH” to “SHOP” (TSX: SHOP). “Shopify has already been going from strength to strength with the…

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Drunken Berries the first start up to hit their funding target through Tesco’s BackIt initiative

Drunken Berries the first start up to hit their funding target through Tesco’s BackIt initiative Welwyn Garden City, UK, 2016-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — A new award-winning drinks mixer that enhances the flavour of Prosecco could be hitting supermarket shelves thanks to the early success of a crowd-funding programme run by Tesco. Despite winning two top food…

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The first Shop’n Go car sharing and charging station opened at Carrefour Market store in Milan

ITALY, 2016-Nov-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — The first Shop’n Go car sharing and charging station was launched on October 25th at the Carrefour Market store at 79/81, Via Farini in Milan. This is the first of eight Shop’n Go car sharing stations to be installed at Carrefour Market supermarkets. The stations will all be active…

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Shopping centre Iso Omena to build the largest solar power plant realised in a Finnish retail property

Shopping centre Iso Omena to build the largest solar power plant realised in a Finnish retail property   Helsinki,  Finland, 2016-Oct-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shopping centre Iso Omena plans to build a large solar power system. When complete, this will be the largest solar power plant realised in a Finnish retail property. To be installed on…

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Back to Nature Foods recalls Chocolate Delight Granola and Chocolate Chunk Cookies due to undeclared Milk

St. Louis, MO, 2016-Oct-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Back to Nature Foods LLC of Naples, FL, is voluntarily recalling the products below because they contain chocolate purchased from a third-party supplier which was found to contain milk not listed as an ingredient on the label. Persons who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk…

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