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RILA issues statement on House passage of H.R. 1180 the Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017

Arlington , VA , 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (May 2, 2017) the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), the trade association for the world’s largest and most innovative retail companies, issued the following statement following the House passage of H.R. 1180 the Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017: “We applaud the House passage of the…
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NGA urges House Financial Services Committee to oppose the Financial CHOICE Act of 2017

Arlington, VA, 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA) today (May 2, 2017) urged members of the House Financial Services Committee to oppose the Financial CHOICE Act of 2017 (H.R. 10) as long as it contains a provision to repeal debit swipe fee reform. NGA President and CEO Peter J. Larkin issued…
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Supermarket executives rallied on Capitol Hill to discuss federal policies

WASHINGTON, D.C., 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — More than 200 supermarket industry CEOs and senior executives, representing nearly every state from across the U.S., rallied on Capitol Hill to discuss federal policies affecting their businesses at the annual Day in Washington fly-in. Food retail and supermarket operator members from the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), the…
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Auchan Retail launches health and well being initiative

Consumers and employees are increasingly attentive to their well-being and quality of life. It is in response to these aspirations that Auchan Retail launched this movement co-developed with our ecosystem in 14 countries. Croix Cedex, France, 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Last March, Auchan Retail unveiled its vision: Auchan changes lives! But changing lives is not…
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Ross Stores to release its 1Q 2017 earnings results on Thursday, May 18, 2017

Dublin, California, 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ross Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq:  ROST) will announce its first quarter 2017 earnings results on Thursday, May 18, 2017. A press release will be sent out at approximately 4:00 p.m. Eastern time. The Company will also provide additional details concerning its first quarter 2017 results and business outlook on a…
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H&M, KappAhl and Lindex launch initiative to help reduce consumption of plastic bags

Gothenburg, Sweden, 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — On June 1 One Bag Habit is launched jointly by H&M, KappAhl and Lindex. The initiative wants to contribute to reduced consumption of bags and an increased awareness about plastic bags’ negative environmental impact. The three fashion chains will therefore start to charge for their plastic bags and…
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USDA FSIS: Blount Fine Foods recalls Beef Chile Colorado frozen meals due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen

WASHINGTON, 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Blount Fine Foods, Corp., a McKinney, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 8,685 pounds of Beef Chile Colorado frozen meals due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products are mislabeled as Beef Chile Colorado, but the…
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Maple Leaf Foods, Inc. recalls Ready-to-Eat fully-cooked quiche products

WASHINGTON, 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Maple Leaf Foods, Inc., headquartered in Ontario, Canada, is recalling approximately 24,768 pounds of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) fully-cooked quiche products that were not presented for re-inspection upon entry to the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. Without the benefit of full…
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Al Meera recognized for its efforts and achievements in supporting Qatar’s economy by Forbes Middle East

Al Meera recognized for its efforts and achievements in supporting Qatar’s economy by Forbes Middle East DOHA, Qatar, 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Forbes Middle East, in partnership with the Minsitry of Economy and Commerce, recognized Qatar’s top 40 listed companies in a ceremony titled ‘Celebrating Qatar’s Success’, held recently at St. Regis Doha. During the ceremony,…
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Retail Retail Software Technology

NCR recognized as a Major Player in The IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Retail Omni-Channel Commerce Platform 2017 Vendor Assessment

Duluth, Ga., 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Retailing today is not for the faint of heart. Hypercompetitive pricing pressure, inventory management challenges, experience-driven consumers and digital competitors have created a perfect storm for disruption. In order to adapt, forward-looking retailers are embarking on transformational journeys to deliver truly differentiated shopping experiences. One vital solution that has…
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NCR to participate in STEM-themed field day event at Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy

Students will build a field goal and a virtual hamburger DULUTH, Ga., 2017-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, today announced a volunteer partnership with hometown customer, the National Football League’s Atlanta Falcons, and future neighbor, Georgia Tech. Together the organizations will participate in a STEM-themed field…
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Food Marketing Institute honored Alabama Grocers Association president Ellie Taylor with 2017 Donald H. MacManus Award

WASHINGTON, D.C., 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (May 3, 2017) Food Marketing Institute (FMI) proudly awarded Ellie Taylor, president of the Alabama Grocers Association, as the 2017 Donald H. MacManus Award recipient for her outstanding leadership and dedication to the grocery industry. FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin presented Taylor with the award at…
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Australian Retailers Association opposes SDA’s proposed increase to Saturday casual rates

Melbourne, Australia, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) opposes the SDA’s proposed increase to Saturday casual rates as it would impede on retail growth nationally. ARA Executive Director, Russell Zimmerman said any increase in Saturday casual rates will eliminate many of the benefits achieved through reducing Sunday penalty rates. “We sought to reduce…
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Rugby welcomes its new B&M Bargains Store

Rugby welcomes its new B&M Bargains Store Warwickshire, England, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shoppers in Rugby were delighted to finally step foot inside their new B&M Bargains Store. Based on Junction One Retail Park, the newly developed store will allow locals to experience the variety retailer’s great selection of branded and own label products. With everything from…
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Sunoco LP recorded total revenue of $4.4 billion an increase of 36.7 percent in 1Q 2017 vs. same period last year

- Completed the private placement of $300 million in SUN preferred equity to ETE - Maintained quarterly distribution of 82.55 cents, an increase of 1.0 percent compared to first quarter 2016 - Executed definitive agreement to divest a majority of company-operated convenience stores to 7-Eleven, Inc. for $3.3 billion; transaction includes 15-year take-or-pay fuel supply agreement with…
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Retail Council of Canada to host STORE 2017 Conference on May 30-31 at the Toronto Congress Centre

CANADA, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — With technology, evolving consumerism and political disruption reshaping retail, retailers' needs for inventive approaches are unsurpassed. These highly topical concerns will be explored by the most respected retail leaders from across North America at Retail Council of Canada's (RCC) STORE 2017 Conference on May 30 and May 31st…
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Retail Council of Canada recognized Diamond Gallery with ERA 2017 Independent Retailer of the Year Award

Winnipeg, Manitoba, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Retail Council of Canada (RCC) announced today (May 2, 2017) that Diamond Gallery is the winner of the Excellence in Retail Awards (ERA) 2017 Independent Retailer of the Year Award. RCC's Independent Retail Ambassador of the Year Award recognizes the outstanding contributions of a local independent retailer to his…
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Auchan Proletarskiy shopping center in Moscow opens

Auchan Proletarskiy shopping center in Moscow opens   Croix Cedex, France, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Auchan Proletarskiy Retail gallery in a south administrative district of Moscow was opened on April, 24th. The location is great, more than 560,000 people living in a catchment area, a super busy metro station Kantemirovskaya situated in a 5-min walking distance…
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Banana Republic introduces five new unisex fragrances as part of The Banana Republic Icon Collection

NEW YORK, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — This May, Banana Republic introduces five unique, new fragrances as part of The Banana Republic Icon Collection--a group of unisex scents that offer an olfactory journey through some of the most iconic moments within the brand’s rich history. Crafted by master perfumers, each fragrance tells a different…
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NGA launches the “Independents Day of Giving” campaign to help fight hunger and support Feeding America

National Grocers Association partners with Feeding America, Food Distributors to raise funds for local hunger-relief organizations Arlington, VA, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (May 2, 2017), the National Grocers Association (NGA), along with the NGA Research and Education Foundation, launched the “Independents Day of Giving” campaign to help fight hunger and raise community awareness…
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Intershop recorded a strong 26% increase in revenues to EUR 9.1 million in the first quarter of 2017

Strategy program “Lighthouse 2020” taking effect Total revenues up 26% to EUR 9.1 million (previous year: EUR 7.3 million) Positive EBIT of EUR 0.2 million (previous year: EUR -1.4 million) Strong increase in cash by EUR 2.2 million Intershop technology achieves top ratings by renowned industry analyst Forrester Research Jena, Germany,…
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CBRE supports promising new technologies for built environment

Venture Capital Fund to Back New Technologies for the Built Environment Los Angeles, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBG) today (May 2, 2017) announced that the company is a founding anchor investor in Fifth Wall Ventures Management, LLC (Fifth Wall Ventures), the first significant venture capital fund entirely focused on backing…
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SHARE BUYBACK UPDATE: AHOLD DELHAIZE REPURCHASED 696,584 OF AHOLD DELHAIZE COMMON SHARES FROM APRIL 24, 2017 UP TO AND INCLUDING APRIL 28, 2017

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold Delhaize has repurchased 696,584 of Ahold Delhaize common shares in the period from April 24, 2017 up to and including April 28, 2017. The shares were repurchased at an average price of €18.90 per share for a total consideration of € 13.2 million. These repurchases were…
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Apple posted 2Q FY 2017 revenue of $52.9 billion and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $2.10

Capital Return Program Expanding to $300 Billion CUPERTINO, California, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple today (MAY 2, 2017) announced financial results for its fiscal 2017 second quarter ended April 1, 2017. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $52.9 billion and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $2.10. These results compare to revenue of $50.6…
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Meijer brings one-stop shopping and home delivery option to McCordsville and Franklin, Ind.

Meijer brings one-stop shopping and home delivery option to McCordsville and Franklin, Ind.   Retailer brings one-stop shopping and home delivery option to McCordsville and Franklin GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer opened new 192,000-square-foot supercenters today (May 2, 2017) in McCordsville and Franklin, Ind., bringing residents a new one-stop shopping option that features…
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Xcel Brands to hold 1Q 2017 financial results conference call on Tuesday, May 9, 2017

NEW YORK, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ:XELB) ("Xcel" or the "Company"), a brand management and media company, today (May 3, 2017) announced that it will report its first quarter 2017 financial results after market close on Tuesday, May 9, 2017. The Company will hold a conference call with the investment…
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A.S. Watson Group supports FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix – Hong Kong 2017

A.S. Watson Group supports FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix – Hong Kong 2017   Hong Kong, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix – Hong Kong 2017 presented by A.S. Watson Group is back this year from 21 to 23 July at the Hong Kong Coliseum. The four prominent teams competing in this…
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DICK’S Sporting Goods converts 36 former Golfsmith properties into Golf Galaxy stores

Grand Opening Celebration Events Tee Off May 6-7 PITTSBURGH, 2017-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer and owner and operator of Golf Galaxy, today (May 1, 2017) announced 36 new Golf Galaxy stores officially opening this weekend with Grand Opening celebration events. These new locations were…
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