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Argos unveils stunning 1.00 CT diamond cluster engagement ring

Argos unveils stunning 1.00 CT diamond cluster engagement ring   London, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — As style icon Millie Mackintosh reveals her breathtaking engagement ring to the world, leading digital retailer, Argos has released an almost identical version, for a fraction of the price. The stunning 1.00 CT diamond cluster ring, set in luxurious yellow 9…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Stanley Black & Decker opens new Makerspace in Maryland

Stanley Black & Decker opens new Makerspace in Maryland   TOWSON, Md., 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) today (Aug. 17, 2017) announced the grand opening of its state-of-the-art Makerspace, a 4,500-square- foot workshop dedicated to helping Stanley Black & Decker employees bring innovative new ideas to life, as well as to serving as…
August 21, 20170Comments

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JCPenney elects Wonya Lucas to its board of directors

JCPenney elects Wonya Lucas to its board of directors   PLANO, Texas, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today (Aug. 17, 2017) announced the election of Wonya Lucas, president and chief executive officer of Public Broadcasting Atlanta, to its board of directors. Highly regarded for her mass communications and broadcasting leadership,…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Meijer kicks off fall Simply Give campaign

Meijer kicks off fall Simply Give campaign   Program generated nearly $32 million since 2008 for food pantries across the Midwest GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — On the heels of its record-setting spring efforts, the Meijer fall Simply Give campaign will kick off Sunday to help stock the shelves of its food pantry partners…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Wilhelm Brandenburg favorisiert Erlensee als neuen Standort

Koln, Deutschland, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wilhelm Brandenburg favorisiert Erlensee als neuen Standort für eine Produktionsstätte samt Firmenzentrale. Im Laufe des Auswahlprozesses hat sich herauskristallisiert, dass Erlensee der Anforderungsmatrix von allen drei infrage kommenden Standorten (Erlensee, Karben, Frankfurt/Maintal) am meisten entspricht. Vor diesem Hintergrund wird Wilhelm Brandenburg den Standort Erlensee prioritär weiterentwickeln. Die…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Dollar Tree, Inc. to host Q2 2017 earnings conference call on Thursday, August 24, 2017

CHESAPEAKE, Va., 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), North America's leading operator of discount variety stores, will host its conference call for investors and analysts to discuss financial results for the second quarter ended July 29, 2017. WHEN:  Thursday, August 24, 2017   9:00 a.m. Eastern Time PARTICIPATE:  At least 5 minutes prior to the conference call, please dial 877-604-9665…
August 21, 20170Comments

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RetailNext to provide analytics solutions for ultra-premium quality wine producer and marketer Andrew Peller Limited

RetailNext to provide analytics solutions for ultra-premium quality wine producer and marketer Andrew Peller Limited   Award-Winning Vintner Focuses on Enhancing the Guest Experience at Two Ontario Wineries SAN JOSE, Calif., 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Aug. 17, 2017), RetailNext Inc., the worldwide expert and market leader in IoT smart store retail analytics for optimizing shopper experiences,…
August 21, 20170Comments

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DER GRUNDSTEIN FÜR DIE NEUE MIGROS IST GELEGT

DER GRUNDSTEIN FÜR DIE NEUE MIGROS IST GELEGT   Schönbühl, Switzerland, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Der Grundstein ist gelegt, ab jetzt wird die Migros-Überbauung am Breitenrainplatz in die Höhe wachsen. Im Beisein von Stadtpräsident Alec von Graffenried hat die Migros Aare den Grundstein für den Neubau ihrer Filiale und die zugehörige Wohnüberbauung am Breitenrainplatz gelegt. Aus der…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Kering appoints Patrick Pruniaux as the CEO of Swiss watchmaking house Ulysse Nardin

London, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kering announces the appointment of Patrick Pruniaux as the CEO of Swiss watchmaking house Ulysse Nardin, effective 28 August 2017. He will report to Albert Bensoussan, CEO of Kering Luxury – Watches and Jewellery division. Patrick Pruniaux has many years of experience in the watchmaking industry, both at TAG…
August 21, 20170Comments

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EU-kommisjonen har godkjent at NorgesGruppen overtar 49 prosent av Eurocash fra Axfood

Norway, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Overtakelsen vil bidra til å styrke samarbeidet mellom Axfood og NorgesGruppen, som i flere år har hatt et samarbeid gjennom den nordiske innkjøpsorganisasjonen United Nordic. - For å få fornyet tillit fra kundene i årene fremover bør vi styrke vår kunnskap om markeder utover våre landegrenser, noe denne avtalen…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Barnes & Noble to host Q1 2018 earnings results conference call on Thursday, September 7

NEW YORK, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE:BKS) today (08/17/2017) announced the Company will report fiscal 2018 first quarter earnings results on Thursday, September 7, before the market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, September 7, to review the Company's financial results and operations. This call is being…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Tiffany & Co. declares regular quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share

NEW YORK, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Board of Directors of Tiffany & Co. (NYSE:TIF) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share of Common Stock. The dividend will be paid on October 10, 2017 to shareholders of record on September 20, 2017. Future dividends are subject to declaration by the directors. Tiffany is the internationally-renowned jeweler founded in New…
August 21, 20170Comments

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Kroger to Fight Influenza and Hunger with One Shot, One Meal campaign in partnership with The Little Clinic and Feeding America

Now through April 1, 2018, for every flu shot administered, a meal will be donated CINCINNATI, 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) announces its second annual health and wellness campaign, One Shot, One Meal, in partnership with The Little Clinic and Feeding America, the nation's largest domestic hunger relief organization. From now…
August 21, 20170Comments

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The Bon-Ton Stores Q2 2017 results: Comparable store sales decreased 6.1% compared with the prior year period

YORK, Pa., 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:BONT) today (August 17, 2017) reported operating results for its fiscal second quarter ended July 29, 2017, and reaffirmed its earnings guidance for the full year fiscal 2017. Results for the Second Quarter Ended July 29, 2017 Comparable store sales decreased 6.1% as compared with the prior year…
August 21, 20170Comments

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NCR’s Chairman and CEO Bill Nuti selected as one of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2017 Most Admired CEOs

Duluth, Ga., 2017-Aug-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, today (August 17, 2017) announced that Chairman and CEO Bill Nuti has been selected as one of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Most Admired CEOs for 2017. “Bill transformed NCR into the software-focused, omni-channel solutions leader we are today,” said NCR Executive…
August 21, 20170Comments

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eBay announces membership in the Open API Initiative (OAI)

eBay announces membership in the Open API Initiative (OAI)   The partnership makes it easier for eBay developers to integrate with our RESTful public APIs and evolve their buying and selling experiences on our platforms. San Jose, CA, 2017-Aug-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — For more than 20 years, eBay has been a leading marketplace, connecting shoppers to…
August 18, 20170Comments

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Ross Stores declares regular quarterly cash dividend of $.16 per common share

DUBLIN, Calif., 2017-Aug-18 — /EPR Retail News/ —Ross Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROST) announced today (Aug. 16, 2017) that the Company’s Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $.16 per common share, payable on September 29, 2017, to stockholders of record as of September 7, 2017. Ross Stores, Inc. is an S&P 500, Fortune 500 and Nasdaq 100 (ROST) company headquartered in Dublin,…
August 18, 20170Comments

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Staples, Inc. to release Q2 2017 results on Thursday, August 24, 2017

FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2017-Aug-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Staples, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPLS) will announce second quarter 2017 results on Thursday, August 24, 2017 before the market open. On June 28, 2017, Staples announced that it had entered into an agreement to be acquired by funds managed by Sycamore Partners. The merger is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of stockholder approval,…
August 18, 20170Comments

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110 young professionals complete apprenticeship at SPAR Switzerland

Switzerland, 2017-Aug-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Switzerland is one of the most successful training companies in Swiss retail trade. Recently, 110 young professionals received their certificate of competence after completing their apprenticeship examinations in one of the four professions offered at SPAR: Fully Trained Merchant, Retail Expert, Retail Assistant and Logistics Specialist. Training plays…
August 18, 20170Comments

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McDonald’s USA launches Happy Meal Books promotion to celebrate the joy of reading

Between 2013-2016, McDonald's USA distributed 54M books to kids with plans to distribute 20M more books during the upcoming promotion OAK BROOK, IL, 2017-Aug-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — In celebration of National Literacy Month in September, McDonald's USA (NYSE: MCD)  is inviting families to celebrate the joy of reading with the launch of the latest Happy Meal…
August 18, 20170Comments

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CVS Pharmacy earns reaccreditation in Community Pharmacy from URAC

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Aug-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Pharmacy announced today (August 17, 2017) that it has earned reaccreditation in Community Pharmacy from URAC. URAC is the independent leader in promoting health care quality through accreditation, certification and measurement. By achieving this status, CVS Pharmacy has demonstrated a comprehensive commitment to quality care, improved…
August 18, 20170Comments

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The Home Depot® expands its alternative energy portfolio with additional solar rooftop installations at 50 stores

ATLANTA, 2017-Aug-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Home Depot® today (Aug 17, 2017) announced the addition of solar installations at 50 stores as it continues to expand its alternative energy portfolio, essentially creating mini solar farms out of unused rooftops. The project will reduce electricity grid demand by an estimated 30 to 35 percent annually at…
August 18, 20170Comments

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Nordstrom declares quarterly dividend of 37 cents per share

SEATTLE, 2017-Aug-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE:JWN) announced today (Aug. 16, 2017) that its board of directors approved a quarterly dividend of 37 cents per share payable on September 12, 2017, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 28, 2017. About Nordstrom Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion specialty retailer based in the U.S. Founded in…
August 17, 20170Comments

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Lowe’s Companies, Inc. to host Q2 2017 conference call on August 23, 2017

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2017-Aug-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — In conjunction with the Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) second quarter 2017 earnings press release, you are invited to listen to its conference call to be broadcast live over the internet on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time with: Robert A. Niblock, chairman, president and chief executive officer; Rick…
August 17, 20170Comments

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H&M partners with artist Ace Tee to create a new collection

H&M partners with artist Ace Tee to create a new collection   H&M has teamed up with artist Ace Tee to create a new collection, characterised by an urban street style. The collection will be available from 7th September 2017 at hm.com. STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2017-Aug-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Inspired by her personal style, the collection pays homage…
August 17, 20170Comments

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UK unemployment rate to fall to just 4.4% in Q2 2017; the lowest rate since 1975

London, 2017-Aug-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Figures released today (August 16, 2017) by the ONS show a fall in the UK unemployment rate to just 4.4% in the second quarter of this year, which is the lowest rate since 1975. In absolute terms this equates to an extra 125,000 people in employment since the…
August 17, 20170Comments

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RILA opens applications for its first annual (R)Tech Retail CEO Innovation Awards

Arlington , VA, 2017-Aug-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — ​The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), the trade association for America's most recognized and innovative retail brands, announced its call for applications for its first annual (R)Tech Retail CEO Innovation Awards. "As today's top retail leaders gather at RILA's CEO Forum, this will be the perfect opportunity…
August 17, 20170Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets starts recruitment for 225 full-time positions at its Natick Mall store, scheduled to open in spring 2018

NATICK, MA, 2017-Aug-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets today (August 16, 2017) announced the start of recruitment for full-time positions at its store in Natick Mall, which is scheduled to open in spring 2018. The Natick store will employ approximately 550 people, most of whom will be new to the company and hired locally. Of…
August 17, 20170Comments

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