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Germany’s largest savings bank extends IT outsourcing partnership with Diebold Nixdorf

HAMBURG, Germany, 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hamburger Sparkasse (Haspa), Germany's largest savings bank, has extended its successful IT outsourcing partnership with Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD), a global leader in driving connected commerce, for an additional seven years. This renewal builds on the 2005 agreement between the two companies in which Haspa outsourced a significant…
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Alibaba Group to host the quarter and fiscal year 2017 financial results conference call on May 18, 2017

Hangzhou, China, 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) today (April 27, 2017) announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2017 before the U.S. market opens on Thursday, May 18, 2017, and will hold a conference call to discuss the…
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NCR’s manufacturing facility in Budapest delivers its 350,000th ATM in a record period of time

The facility continues to support NCR’s vision of introducing innovations to serve the global financial, retail and hospitality industry BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, today (April 26, 2017) announced that its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Budapest has achieved the unique distinction of manufacturing its…
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honeybee™ and PwC partnership will see organisations create a more consistent and improved customer experience

London, UK, 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — honeybee™, a pioneering digital platform, has today (April 25, 2017) announced a strategic alliance with PwC to transform the way people buy and sell. The combination of honeybee™ and PwC expertise and technology will help organisations create a more consistent and improved customer experience across all their…
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Webhelp to introduce honeybee™ solution into contact centres through new partnership

London, UK, 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — honeybee™, a pioneer set to transform the way people buy and sell, has today (April 25, 2017) announced a partnership with Webhelp, one of the world’s leading customer experience and business process outsourcers. The collaboration will see Webhelp introducing the honeybee™ solution into contact centres across the globe,…
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Llanharry SPAR store in Wales raised £2,000 to purchase defibrillators for Welsh Hearts charity

Llanharry SPAR store in Wales raised £2,000 to purchase defibrillators for Welsh Hearts charity Employees at the Llanharry SPAR store in Wales have helped to raise £2,000 to purchase lifesaving defibrillators for the charity, Welsh Hearts. United Kingdom, 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — The money was raised in just over six months through a series of fundraisers…
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Office Depot closes sale of its business in South Korea to Excelsior Capital Asia

BOCA RATON, Fla., 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ: ODP) today (April 26, 2017) announced that it has closed on the sale of its business in South Korea to Excelsior Capital Asia. Office Depot had previously disclosed its intention to sell substantially all of its international businesses under a process that began…
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Bartell Drugs to host a chain wide “Grand Event” with the biggest bargains to celebrate its 127th year anniversary

SEATTLE, 2017-Apr-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — For four generations, Bartell Drugs has been the leading drugstore for the residents of the Pacific Northwest. To celebrate its 127th year, Bartells is planning a chain wide “Grand Event” with the biggest bargains of the year on thousands of fantastic products. The “Grand Event” runs April 30 through May…
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Medici Ventures takes an observer’s seat in bitcoin startup Ripio’s board of directors meetings

Overstock.com’s blockchain subsidiary announces participation in Ripio’s Series A financing SALT LAKE CITY, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Medici Ventures, a global leader in advancing blockchain technology, has added bitcoin consumer financial service platform Ripio to its portfolio of strategic blockchain-focused investments through participation in Ripio’s Series A financing. In addition to Medici Ventures’ equity…
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Sprouts Farmers Market President and CEO Jim Nielsen and CFO Brad Lukow to present at the BMO Capital Markets 12th Annual Farm to Market Conference

PHOENIX, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (Nasdaq:SFM) today (April 27, 2017) announced that Jim Nielsen, president & chief operating officer, and Brad Lukow, chief financial officer, will present at the BMO Capital Markets 12th Annual Farm to Market Conference at the Grand Hyatt New York. The presentation will begin at 8:10…
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Sainsbury’s Home research: 1 in 10 Brits last sent a handwritten card or letter over five years ago

Sainsbury’s Home research: 1 in 10 Brits last sent a handwritten card or letter over five years ago London, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — New research reveals true extent of the demise of handwritten correspondence in the 21st century; Tech generation set to revive flagging penmanship skills. The average Brit last sent a handwritten card or…
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Starbucks Reserve® Roastery to open on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile in 2019

Starbucks Reserve® Roastery to open on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile in 2019 One-of-a-kind coffee experience will be built in an iconic retail space on North Michigan Avenue  Chicago Reserve® Roastery to be the third in the U.S. and sixth internationally for the company as Starbucks continues to transform the global coffee industry  New Roastery expands Starbucks portfolio of premium…
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Starbucks announces locations of its next five Military Family Stores

The newly dedicated stores will provide a welcoming environment for all customers, with particular recognition and support of the local military community SEATTLE, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of its continued commitment to the veteran and military spouse community, Starbucks today (April 25, 2017) announced the locations of its next five Military Family Stores (MFS):…
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Majid Al Futtaim expands its leisure and entertainment offerings with the opening of Orbi Dubai on 7th May in City Centre Mirdif

Majid Al Futtaim expands its leisure and entertainment offerings with the opening of Orbi Dubai on 7th May in City Centre Mirdif   Dubai, UAE, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, today (Apil26, 2017) announced that Orbi Dubai, a…
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“Take A Walk Down First Street” Sweepstakes Offers Shoppers A Chance To Donate To Their Choice of Nonprofit Organizations

COMMERCE, Calif., 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Smart & Final Stores, Inc. (NYSE: SFS) – the neighborhood warehouse grocery store – today (April 26, 2017) announced it will transition the full line of Tradewinds Spices & Seasonings under its signature First Street private label brand, expanding its national brand equivalent or better tier of…
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CVS Health Reports Prescription Drug Abuse as A Growing Problem

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today (April 27, 2017) released a new report following a CVS Health-Morning Consult survey which found Americans see prescription drug abuse as a growing problem that is increasingly impacting their lives. Days ahead of the Drug Enforcement Agency's (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back…
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LS Retails’ Top Performing Business Partners Honored At conneXion Madrid

Madrid, Spain, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — LS Retail honored its best-performing partners during a dinner and awards ceremony that took place at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, on April 26. The awards dinner closed the first day of conneXion, LS Retail’s yearly retail and hospitality conference and Expo, which this year takes…
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B&M’s Local Hero Initiative Invites Gutsy Grandma To Help Open New Wellingborough Store

Hartlepool, United Kingdom, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — B&M invited along a very special guest to help open the brand new Wellingborough store on Wednesday. The new Bargain store is based on Market Street and has created more than 30 new jobs for local people. Visitors to the sort will be able to browse a whole…
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Build-A-Bear Workshop’s Reports Sales Performance Impacted by Shift in Valentine’s Day and Easter in First Quarter Fiscal 2017 Results

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports Consolidated Comparable Sales and Profit in Line with Guidance with First Quarter Fiscal 2017 Results First quarter consolidated comparable sales decline 8.1%, in line with guidance, reflecting holiday shifts and following a 2.2% increase in the fiscal 2016 first quarter First quarter results include GAAP pre-tax income of $4.6 million…
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BJ’s Restaurants Inc. Shows Marked Improvements in First Quarter Fiscal 2017 Results

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) today (April 27, 2017) reported financial results for its fiscal 2017 first quarter ended Tuesday, April 4, 2017. First Quarter 2017 Highlights Compared to First Quarter 2016 Total revenues grew 5.9% to $257.8 million Total restaurant operating weeks increased approximately 10% Comparable restaurant…
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Retailers Agree Proposed Comprehensive Tax Reform Could Help Economy Grow

WASHINGTON, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today (April 26, 2017) welcomed the proposal on comprehensive tax reform released by President Trump. “Retailers commend the president for his leadership on much-needed comprehensive tax reform,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said. “What matters most is that we enact pro-growth tax policy for…
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Retailers Urge Congress To Help Save Consumers Billions With Swipe Fee Reform

WASHINGTON, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation and retailers from across the country went to Capitol Hill today (April 26, 2017) as Congress held a hearing on legislation that would repeal debit card swipe fee reform, telling lawmakers that reform has saved merchants and consumers more than $40 billion and should be…
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Unibail-Rodamco SE Shares Results of Annual General Meeting

Paris, Amsterdam, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Unibail-Rodamco’s Annual General Meeting took place at the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild, in Paris. All 24 resolutions submitted for approval by shareholders were adopted by very large majorities. Detailed results of the votes are available on the Group’s website (www.unibail-rodamco.com). Among other matters, shareholders approved the Group's annual accounts…
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Tractor Supply Company Encouraged By Significant Spring Business After Release of First Quarter Fiscal 2017 Results

Sales Increased 6.6% to $1.56 Billion; Comparable Store Sales Decreased 2.2%; Earnings per Share Decreased 8.0% to $0.46 BRENTWOOD, TN, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States, today (04/26/17 ) announced financial results for its first quarter ended April 1, 2017. First…
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Chipotle Off To A Good Start With First Quarter 2017 Results

DENVER, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today (Apr. 25, 2017) reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2017. Overview for the first quarter of 2017 as compared to the first quarter of 2016: Revenue increased 28.1% to $1.07 billion Comparable restaurant sales increased 17.8% (including 0.6%…
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Kimco Realty Shows Strong Results For First Quarter 2017

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE: KIM) today ( April 26, 2017) reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017. First Quarter Highlights  Net income available to the company’s common shareholders of $65.2 million, or $0.15 per diluted share;  Signed 497 new leases, renewals…
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L Brands To Hold A Webcast For April 2017 Sales Results

COLUMBUS, Ohio, 2017-Apr-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — In conjunction with L Brands' sales release, you are invited to listen to a pre-recorded broadcast of the April Sales report. The broadcast will be available on the Internet on Thursday, May 4 at 7:30 a.m. ET. What:   L Brands April Sales Report When:  7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday,…
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Supervalu Finishes Fiscal 2017 With Momentum

Fourth quarter net earnings from continuing operations of $6 million; adjusted EBITDA of $124 million Fourth quarter net earnings per share from continuing operations of $0.02; adjusted earnings per share of $0.13 Completion of Save-A-Lot sale in fourth quarter strengthened balance sheet Agreement to acquire Unified Grocers announced in April 2017 …
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