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PetSmart to acquire online pet retailer Chewy, Inc.

Combined Company Provides Most Convenient Customer Experience Across Brick and Mortar and Online Channels Phoenix, AZ, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — PetSmart, Inc. (“PetSmart”) today (Apr. 18, 2017) announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Chewy, Inc. (“Chewy”), the online pet retailer. The acquisition accelerates the execution of PetSmart’s strategy and is…
April 19, 20170Comments

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The Wendy’s Company to release its 1Q 2017 results on Wednesday, May 10

DUBLIN, Ohio, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ: WEN) will release its first quarter 2017 results before the market opens on Wednesday, May 10. A conference call will follow at 9 a.m. ET, with a simultaneous webcast from the investors section of the Company's website at www.aboutwendys.com. The live conference call will…
April 19, 20170Comments

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Majid Al Futtaim launches its Net Positive strategy

Majid Al Futtaim launches its Net Positive strategy   Dubai, UAE, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has today ( APRIL 18, 2017) launched its Net Positive strategy in the presence of Dr. Thani Ahmad Al Zeyoudi, Minister…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Lenta to release its 1Q 2017 consolidated sales and operating results on 20th April 2017

St-Petersburg, Russia, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta Ltd, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) (“Lenta”), one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce it will release its consolidated sales and operating results for the first quarter of 2017 on 20th April 2017. Lenta will also host an Analyst and Investor Conference Call on…
April 18, 20170Comments

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LCP appointed to manage two parades of retail units in Airdrie, Scotland

London, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — LCP, the leading property investment and management company, has been appointed to manage two parades of retail units in Airdrie, Scotland. The company has taken on the asset management of 66-90 Graham Street and 4-16 Gartlea Road after property firm Sheet Anchor Investments acquired the 13 units for an…
April 18, 20170Comments

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USDA offers home cooks tips on food safety

WASHINGTON, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — With spring renewal upon us, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service invites home cooks to gain kitchen confidence by refreshing their perspectives on food safety. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that each year approximately 48 million Americans suffer from foodborne…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Cabela’s enters into agreements with Synovus Financial Corp and Capital One for the sale of assets and liabilities of World’s Foremost Bank

Synovus Bank to Acquire Assets and Deposits of World’s Foremost Bank; Capital One to Acquire Credit Card Assets and Related Liabilities and Become Long-term Cabela’s Credit Card Issuing Partner Cabela’s Shareholders to Receive $61.50 Per Share Under Amended Bass Pro Shops Merger Agreement Transaction Expected to Close in Third Quarter of 2017 Subject…
April 18, 20170Comments

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New initiative expands access to high quality and convenient health care services for Veterans in Phoenix

PHOENIX, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today (April 18, 2017) a new initiative between the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS), TriWest Healthcare Alliance, and MinuteClinic, the retail medical clinic of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS), that will expand access to high quality and convenient health care services for…
April 18, 20170Comments

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SPAR Poland further expands in Krakow with two new store developments

Poland, 2017-Apr-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Poland continues to grow in Krakow, the most popular tourist location in the country. With the support of SPAR Poland, independent SPAR retailer Slawomir Rupikowski has successfully converted two locations where a very well-known local competitor brand was previously operating. The SPAR retailer, who joined SPAR Poland in…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Beyond Meat recalls certain bags of Feisty Crumbles because they may contain undeclared peanuts

Silver Spring, MD, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Beyond Meat of El Segundo, CA is voluntarily recalling certain bags of Feisty Crumbles from three production lots because they may contain low levels of undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if…
April 18, 20170Comments

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SHARE BUYBACK UPDATE: AHOLD DELHAIZE REPURCHASED 430,000 OF AHOLD DELHAIZE COMMON SHARES FROM APRIL 10, 2017 UP TO AND INCLUDING APRIL 13, 2017

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold Delhaize has repurchased 430,000 of Ahold Delhaize common shares in the period from April 10, 2017 up to and including April 13, 2017. The shares were repurchased at an average price of €19.25 per share for a total consideration of € 8.3 million. These repurchases were…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Signet Jewelers releases its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report

HAMILTON, Bermuda, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Signet Jewelers Limited ("Signet") (NYSE: SIG), the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, today (April 17, 2017) released a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report that benchmarks the Company's industry-leading responsible sourcing and global CSR initiatives. The Signet Corporate Social Responsibility Report focuses on Signet's four key pillars: People,…
April 18, 20170Comments

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CareClinic by Kaiser Permanente at Bartell Drugs opens new location in Washington

High-quality and convenient health care services now available seven days a week at 12 CareClinics across Washington SEATTLE, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — CareClinic by Kaiser Permanente at Bartell Drugs opened today (April 17, 2017) at 11020 19th Avenue SE, providing Everett and Snohomish County residents with access to high-quality, convenient health care to get them…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Walmart opens training academy in Oklahoma — its 100th in the U.S.

Walmart opens training academy in Oklahoma — its 100th in the U.S.   Academies provide better training for associates, create better shopping experience for customers Edmond, Okla, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart is celebrating the grand opening of its 100th training academy in the U.S. at 1225 West I-35 Frontage, Edmond, Oklahoma, today ( April 17, 2017).…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Walmart launches its “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign

Through online acts of support, purchase of participating products and donations at the register, the campaign aims to help Feeding America secure 100 million meals on behalf of member food banks BENTONVILLE, ARK, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (April 17, 2017), Walmart launches its “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign, a nationwide initiative that encourages the…
April 18, 20170Comments

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H&M group’s sales increased by 7 percent during March 2017 vs. same period last year

Stockholm, SWEDEN, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — As previously communicated in conjunction with the three-month report 2017, the H&M group’s sales including VAT during 1 March – 28 March 2017 increased by 7 percent in local currencies compared to the same period last year. For the whole month of March, sales increased by 6…
April 18, 20170Comments

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ShopRite highlights their commitment in protecting the planet in celebration of Earth Day

ShopRite highlights their commitment in protecting the planet in celebration of Earth Day   Keasbey, NJ, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — ShopRite stores are going beyond the supermarket aisle to highlight their commitment to protecting the planet in celebration of Earth Day, and ShopRite is encouraging consumers to get involved. ShopRite applies sustainable solutions in an effort…
April 18, 20170Comments

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BRC-SPRINGBOARD MARCH 2017: Footfall up 1.3% on the previous year, the fastest growth since March 2014

London, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — BRC- SPRINGBOARD FOOTFALL AND VACANCIES MONITOR – MARCH 2017 Covering the five weeks 26 February – 1 April 2017 Footfall in March grew 1.3% on the previous year, the fastest growth since March 2014. This is well above the three-month average of -0.2%. Note there is an impact on this number…
April 18, 20170Comments

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CBRE tops IAOP®’s annual assessment of global outsourcing companies

Firm is ranked among the top few outsourcing providers for sixth consecutive year Los Angeles, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG) achieved the highest possible score in IAOP®’s annual assessment of global outsourcing companies. CBRE received five stars again in 2017, and has been named one of the world’s top few outsourcing…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Perry Ellis International signs distribution agreement for Original Penguin by Munsingwear® men’s apparel in South Africa

MIAMI, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today (April 17, 2017) that it has entered into an agreement with Sector Apparel Group for the distribution of An Original Penguin by Munsingwear® men's apparel in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Swaziland.  These iconic products will be available in department stores…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Wegmans stores to host event to feature Food You Feel Good About products on April 22nd, 2017

Wegmans stores to host event to feature Food You Feel Good About products on April 22nd, 2017   ROCHESTER, NY, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — WHAT: At this event our employees will share information about our Food You Feel Good About products, another way we can help our customers lead healthier, better lives through food. Customers will…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Walgreens kicks off six-week charitable campaign benefitting Red Nose Day

Walgreens returns as exclusive U.S. retailer of Red Noses, on sale starting April 17, to help end child poverty — one nose at a time DEERFIELD, Ill., 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Red Noses, the iconic symbol of the Red Nose Day cause to end child poverty, are on sale beginning today (17 April 2017)…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Starbucks commits to providing 100 million healthy coffee trees to farmers by 2025

Starbucks commits to providing 100 million healthy coffee trees to farmers by 2025   The company will leverage its green coffee purchase power to ensure that healthy, rust resistant coffee trees are planted – yearly –  in coffee growing regions most impacted by climate change Initiative builds on the more than 25 million trees already…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Tachtigduizend bezoekers tijdens AH Buitendag

Tachtigduizend bezoekers tijdens AH Buitendag   Zaandam, Netherlands, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Vandaag was het een drukte van belang bij zo’n 70 boeren, telers en leveranciers van Albert Heijn. Zij gaven nieuwsgierige consumenten een kijkje achter de schermen en vertelden alles over de herkomst van producten die bij Albert Heijn verkrijgbaar zijn. Jong en oud konden…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Office Depot releases its 2017 Diverse Supplier Catalog

BOCA RATON, Fla., 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ:ODP), a leading global provider of office products, services, and solutions, today (April 17, 2017) announced the release of the company’s 2017 Diverse Supplier Catalog. The catalog highlights an assortment of more than 2,000 items ranging from paper and toner, to laptop cases, mailing…
April 18, 20170Comments

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InvenTrust to move its corporate headquarters this summer of 2017

OAK BROOK, Ill., 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — InvenTrust Properties Corp. (“InvenTrust”, “IVT” or “the Company”) today announced plans to relocate its corporate headquarters from 2809 Butterfield Road, Oak Brook, IL to Highland Landmark II building located at 3025 Highland Parkway, Downers Grove, IL. IVT will lease 22,000 square feet, down from the almost…
April 18, 20170Comments

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Rakuten Research Mother’s Day survey: Most mothers want to spend time with their children

Mothers want “words of appreciation” and “time together” instead of flowers. Approximately 60% of mothers replied that they want to spend time together with their children on Mother's Day  Tokyo, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rakuten Research, Inc. carried out an online survey on Mother’s Day. (This survey is a re-edited version conducted…
April 17, 20170Comments

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Avon starts 2017 season of AVON 39 The Walk to End Breast Cancer

AVON 39’s National Advertising Features Avon Representative & Associate Walkers New York, 2017-Apr-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — New Avon LLC (“Avon”), the leading social selling beauty company in North America, and the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade today announced the kick off of AVON 39 The Walk to End Breast Cancer. Now in its 15th year, the…
April 17, 20170Comments

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