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Monthly Archives: January 2017

Walgreens Boots Alliance announces financial results for the 1Q of fiscal 2017

First quarter highlights GAAP diluted net earnings per share decrease 4.0 percent from the year-ago quarter, to $0.97; Adjusted diluted net earnings per share increase 6.8 percent to $1.10, up 9.7 percent on a constant currency basis GAAP net earnings attributable to Walgreens Boots Alliance decrease 5.0 percent from the year-ago quarter to $1.1…

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Louis Vuitton launches its Spring-Summer 2017 collection “Series 6” campaign

Louis Vuitton launches its Spring-Summer 2017 collection “Series 6” campaign Paris, 2017-Jan-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — “Series 6”, the new campaign for the Louis Vuitton Spring-Summer 2017 collection, is set on the storied banks of the Seine. Shot by Bruce Weber, Louis Vuitton muses and favorite faces become modern inspirations for a reimagined Paris. The new Louis…

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Arita partners with Guerlain to celebrate its 400 years with limited edition of the iconic Mitsouko bottle

Arita partners with Guerlain to celebrate its 400 years with limited edition of the iconic Mitsouko bottle   Paris, 2017-Jan-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Guerlain’s unique perfume-making savoir-faire meets the artisanal excellence of Arita Porcelain Lab in a stunning interpretation of the iconic Mitsouko perfume bottle. Crafted entirely by hand using traditional techniques, the bottle is decorated…

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La campaña Estrellas Solidarias de EROSKI supera los 100.000 euros recaudados

La campaña Estrellas Solidarias de EROSKI supera los 100.000 euros recaudados   EROSKI ha organizado esta campaña en colaboración con el Comité Vasco de ACNUR, la Fundación Amigos de los Mayores y el Comité Español de UNICEF Durante toda la campaña de Navidad, los consumidores han podido adquirir adornos solidarios en forma de estrella al…

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Belk calls on Southern designers for its fifth annual Southern Designer Showcase

CHARLOTTE, N.C., 2017-Jan-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Fashion designers who have a deep connection to the South and want to showcase Modern. Southern. Style. can have their clothes and accessories sold at Belk and on belk.com in spring 2018 if they're selected as winners in Belk's fifth annual Southern Designer Showcase. Charlotte-based Belk is…

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L Brands to participate in the 19th Annual ICR Xchange Conference in Orlando, FL on Jan. 11 , 2017

COLUMBUS, Ohio, 2017-Jan-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — L Brands, Inc. (NYSE:LB) is scheduled to participate in the 19th Annual ICR Xchange Conference in Orlando, FL on Jan. 11 , 2017.  Stuart Burgdoerfer, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will be making a presentation at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET .  A link to the presentation…

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App Store announces its busiest single day ever on New Year’s Day

$240 million in customer purchases makes January 1, 2017 the App Store’s busiest day ever App developers earned $20 billion in 2016 — up 40 percent from 2015 Cupertino, California, 2017-Jan-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple today (JANUARY 5, 2017) announced that the App Store welcomed 2017 with its busiest single day ever on…

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Meijer’s free prescription program filled nearly 40 million prescriptions and surpassed $500 million savings for customers

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2017-Jan-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer pharmacies marked a major milestone earlier this month when its free prescription program surpassed $500 million in savings for customers. The program – a first of its kind when launched in October 2006 – has since filled nearly 40 million free prescriptions. “Meijer is a family-owned…

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Gary Philbin appointed Enterprise President of Dollar Tree, Inc. and Duncan Mac Naughton as President of the Family Dollar Banner

CHESAPEAKE, Va, 2017-Jan-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), North America's leading operator of discount variety stores, today (January 05, 2017) announced management changes, including the promotion of Gary Philbin and the addition of Duncan Mac Naughton. Gary Philbin, age 60, has been promoted to Enterprise President of Dollar Tree, Inc. In his…

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Harris Teeter recalls Everroast Chicken Caesar Wrap that may contain undeclared anchovy

Matthews, N.C., 2017-Jan-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — In an abundance of caution Harris Teeter, LLC of Matthews, NC is issuing a voluntary recall of Everroast Chicken Caesar Wrap because it may contain undeclared anchovy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to fish run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction…

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Coach announces the appointment of Kevin G. Wills as CFO

NEW YORK, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Coach, Inc. (NYSE: COH) (SEHK: 6388), a leading New York design house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands, today (Jan. 4, 2017) announced the appointment of Kevin G. Wills as Chief Financial Officer, effective no later than March 2017. Mr. Wills joins Coach from AlixPartners LLP, a global…

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RioCan to release its 4Q and Year_end 2016 financial results on Thursday, February 16, 2017

TORONTO, ONTARIO, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust ("RioCan") (TSX:REI.UN) today (01/05/2017) announced that it is scheduled to release its financial results for the three months and year-ended December 31, 2016 prior to the market open on Thursday, February 16, 2017. Interested parties are invited to participate in a conference call…

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eBay partners with theSkimm to offer new ways to sell and give to charity

eBay partners with theSkimm to offer new ways to sell and give to charity   eBay offers new incentives to sell items for charity – providing a positive solution for the millions of people who don’t know what to do with their “unwanted” holiday gifts. San Jose, California, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — New research reveals that…

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Cold Stone Creamery® announces the return of its popular Fudge Truffle Ice Cream just in time for Valentine’s Day

Chocolate Lovers Will Delight in the Return of Fudge Truffle Ice Cream, Available for a Limited Time Only Scottsdale, Ariz., 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Cold Stone Creamery® (www.ColdStoneCreamery.com) is bringing back more of what customers LOVE with the return of its popular Fudge Truffle Ice Cream, in stores January 4 through February 28, just in…

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Staples announces the appointment of Jeff Hall as Chief Administrative Officer and Vice Chairman

FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Staples, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPLS) today (Jan. 5, 2017) announced that it has appointed Jeff Hall to the newly created role of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Vice Chairman. In this new role, Hall will oversee Finance, Strategic Planning, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Real Estate, Customer Service and High-Growth…

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Pierce Brosnan extends his collaboration with SPAR Austria as the face of SPAR Premium

Austria, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Former James Bond star, Pierce Brosnan, has extended his six year-long collaboration with SPAR Austria as the face of luxury own brand range, SPAR Premium. The latest TV commercial featuring Brosnan was shot on a luxury yacht liner in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, reflecting the glamour and gloss typical…

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Best Buy and Hockey Québec partner for the tenth edition of the Best Buy Cup

MONTREAL, Quebec, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Best Buy and Hockey Québec are joining forces for the tenth edition of the Best Buy Cup. This event, which brings together nearly 200 Atom and Peewee hockey teams, is the biggest open-air hockey tournament for these young players to take part in, giving them the opportunity…

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Stanley Black & Decker to acquire Craftsman brand from Sears Holdings

Stanley Black & Decker to develop, manufacture and sell Craftsman-branded products in non-Sears Holdings channels Sears Holdings to continue sourcing and selling Craftsman-branded products in all its retail channels under perpetual license agreement Agreement consists of $525 million cash payment at closing, $250 million at end of year three, and annual payments to…

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Sears Holdings announces strategic actions to increase its financial flexibility and improve operating performance

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) today (Jan. 5, 2017) announced a series of additional strategic actions to increase its financial flexibility and improve long-term operating performance. These actions will facilitate the transformation of Sears from a store-based, asset-intensive business model into a membership-focused, asset-light business model.…

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Colruyt Group further expands its collaboration with Belgian Food banks

Halle, Belgium, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Colruyt Group is further expanding its already successful collaboration with the Food banks. Until recently, local collection of unsold food took place in 14 Colruyt stores, this number will now be increased to as many as 37 stores. Colruyt Group considers it a duty to limit food…

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Coop-Gruppe steigert Umsatz um 5,1 Prozent auf 28,3 Milliarden Franken

BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Der Umsatz der Coop-Gruppe stieg um 5,1 % auf CHF 28,3 Milliarden. Währungs- und teuerungsbereinigt betrug der Zuwachs 5,2 %. Coop gewann im Detailhandel Marktanteile und erreichte in einem herausfordernden Marktumfeld den Vorjahresnettoerlös (exkl. Treibstoffe). Sehr erfreulich entwickelten sich Grosshandel und Produktion mit einem Zuwachs von 15,2…

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Walgreens Boots Alliance to present at the 35th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) Executive Vice Chairman and CEO Stefano Pessina, and Co-Chief Operating Officer Alex Gourlay, will participate at the 35th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference. Pessina and Gourlay are scheduled to appear at 10:30 a.m. Pacific time (1:30 p.m. Eastern time) on Wednesday,…

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Sonic Corp. announces first quarter of fiscal year 2017 results

OKLAHOMA CITY, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ:SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today (Jan 4, 2017) announced results for its first fiscal quarter ended November 30, 2016. Key highlights of the company's first quarter of fiscal year 2017 included: Net income per diluted share increased 17% to $0.28 compared with $0.24…

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The NRF Foundation announces 25 individuals named to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future

Washington, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The NRF Foundation today (January 4, 2017) announced the 25 individuals named to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future. The honorees represent the best and brightest individuals impacting the retail industry and will be recognized on January 15 at the NRF Foundation Gala during Retail’s BIG Show…

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Immochan France CFO Benoît Chang appointed CEO of the Alliages & Territoires company

Paris, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Benoît Chang, Chief Financial Officer at Immochan France, is appointed CEO of the Alliages & Territoires company. Benoît Chang is now responsible for translating the ambition of the two shareholders in Alliages & Territoires, Immochan and Dalian Wanda Group to create a unique and innovative location in France, in the…

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Chipotle launches an online tool to help customers not just count calories, but make calories count

Chipotle’s online tool helps customers meet their dietary needs in the New Year without sacrificing freshness or taste DENVER, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced today (Jan. 4, 2017) its New Year’s resolution: an online tool to help customers not just count calories, but make calories count. Chipotle is launching a dietary…

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Athleta launches Power of She campaign; features 98-year-old yogi Tao Porchon-Lynch on itS first 2017 catalog cover

PETALUMA, Calif., 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Athleta is starting 2017 with the launch of a Power of She campaign showcasing the power of women coming together to create social impact through a foundation of health and wellness. The new campaign builds on the Power of She platform the brand launched in April 2016.  The Power of She brings to life the…

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PREIT announces its proactive efforts to replace Sears stores in Capital City, Magnolia and Woodland Malls

PHILADELPHIA, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — PREIT (NYSE: PEI) released comments today (Jan. 4, 2017) on its proactive effort to replace Sears and the anticipated closures of three stores in its portfolio in 2017 (Capital City, Magnolia and Woodland Malls): "These store recaptures are an opportunity to continue to enhance the shopper experience, drive traffic…

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Macy’s appoints CBRE for the disposition of its stores that are closing

Los Angeles, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group Inc. announced today (January 4, 2017) that Macy’s, Inc., has appointed CBRE to help with the national disposition of a portion of the stores that Macy’s has announced it will be closing. “This partnership brings together two industry leaders, each with more than 100 years of…

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Stockmann finalises divestment of Hobby Hall to Finnish SGN Group

Helsinki, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hobby Hall’s business operations have been transferred to the new owner, the Finnish SGN Group, on 1 January 2017. The transaction was completed according to a letter of intent, announced in a stock exchange release on 28 April 2016. The transaction price does not have a significant effect on Stockmann’s…

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