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Daily Archives: September 20, 2017

Citycon Oyj announces quarterly equity repayment of EUR 0.0325 per share

Helsinki, 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Board of Directors of Citycon Oyj has today (20 September 2017) decided, on the basis of the authorisation by the Annual General Meeting 2017, that an equity repayment of EUR 0.0325 per share be distributed from the invested unrestricted equity fund of the company. The equity repayment…

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Colruyt Group offers in-depth information on house brand food products with the launch of “Product Finder” website

Colruyt Group offers in-depth information on house brand food products with the launch of “Product Finder” website   Halle, Belgium, 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (September 20, 2017), Colruyt Group is launching their unique website “Product Finder”. This digital platform offers in-depth information about the group’s house brand food products, including Boni Selection and Everyday, which…

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Amazon announces all-new Fire HD 10 tablet only $149.99

Amazon announces all-new Fire HD 10 tablet only $149.99   Featuring a brilliant 10.1” 1080p Full HD display with over 2 million pixels, stereo speakers with Dolby Audio, and 32GB of internal storage with support for up to 256GB more via microSD—the all-new Fire HD 10 is designed from the ground up for entertainment Now…

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Amazon to open its fourth Ohio fulfillment center in Monroe; will create more than 1,000 full-time positions

SEATTLE, 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Sep. 18, 2017) announced plans to open its fourth Ohio fulfillment center in Monroe, which will create more than 1,000 full-time positions. The company recently announced an upcoming fulfillment center in North Randall, and it currently operates fulfillment centers in Etna and Obetz. Additionally, there are more than 65,000 authors, sellers,…

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Amazon to open its third Oregon fulfillment center; will bring 1,000 quality jobs in Portland

SEATTLE, 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Sep. 18, 2017) announced plans to open its third Oregon fulfillment center in Portland, which will create more than 1,000 full-time positions. The company recently announced an upcoming fulfillment center in Troutdale and Salem, in addition to the existing sortation center in Hillsboro and Prime Now hub in Portland. With the three upcoming…

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Kmart unveils its annual Fab 15 List of toys for the 2017 holiday season

Part of the Brand's $1 Down Layaway Program, Kmart Reveals the Season's Hottest Toys HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Everyone knows that sometimes the best gift of all during the holidays is knowing exactly what gift to buy others. To make gift-giving more ridiculously awesome than ever this year, Kmart today (Sept.…

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Macy’s, Inc. to host national holiday hiring event from Sept. 28-Sept. 29; will hire 80,000 seasonal associates

CINCINNATI, 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today announced plans to hire approximately 80,000 seasonal associates for positions at its Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s stores, call centers, distribution centers and online fulfillment centers nationwide for the 2017 Christmas and holiday season. The company also announced its national holiday hiring event, expanding to two days…

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Carrefour continues to expand its Carrefour Easy convenience banner in China

Carrefour continues to expand its Carrefour Easy convenience banner in China   China, 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — With 9 new Carrefour Easy stores since the start of the year, Carrefour China is moving forward with its multi-format, omni-channel growth. While it continues to operate its hypermarkets and roll out its e-commerce business, Carrefour is continuing to expand…

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Regulatory clearance for Walgreens Boots Alliance’s purchase of 1,932 stores, 3 distribution centers and related inventory from Rite Aid

Hart-Scott-Rodino waiting period expires for amended purchase agreement with Rite Aid Final transaction includes 1,932 stores and related assets for $4.375 billion in cash Store purchases expected to begin in October with completion anticipated in spring 2018 Walgreens Boots Alliance expects to realize more than $300 million in annual synergies within four…

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LVMH celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Environment Department

LVMH celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Environment Department   Paris, 2017-Sep-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — LVMH celebrates the 25th anniversary of the creation of the Group’s Environment Department on Wednesday, September 20th. LVMH will bring together CEOs from Group Maisons and prominent environmental experts for a special evening dubbed “Future LIFE”. The event offers an opportunity…

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LVMH Environment Department to mark its 25th anniversary with new objectives in the LIFE 2020 program

Paris, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — As the LVMH Environment Department prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary, including a livestream on Facebook, discover the ambitious new objectives in the LIFE (LVMH Initiatives For the Environment) 2020 program. This roadmap will further boost the environmental performance of the LVMH Group and each of its Maisons. The LVMH…

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Rihanna launches her Fenty Beauty makeup line available exclusively at Sephora

Rihanna launches her Fenty Beauty makeup line available exclusively at Sephora   Paris, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rihanna has launched her Fenty Beauty makeup line for all shades of skin, unveiling the line simultaneously around the world on September 8. Fenty Beauty spans 91 products, available exclusively at Sephora! Working with Kendo, the LVMH Group incubator for beauty…

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Richard Quinn’s H&M Design Award 2017 collection will be available this October

= Richard Quinn’s H&M Design Award 2017 collection will be available this October   By blending demi-couture skills with 1960s upholstery and a twist on shape and silhouette, St Martins MA graduate Richard Quinn won the 2017 H&M Design Award, and has now also produced a collection in collaboration with H&M that will be available in…

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Grants now available to help colleges and universities become 100 percent smoke- and tobacco-free campuses

Grants now available to help colleges and universities become 100 percent smoke- and tobacco-free campuses   WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — The CVS Health Foundation, American Cancer Society and Truth Initiative today (Sept. 19, 2017) announced that grants are now available to help U.S. colleges and universities advocate for, adopt and implement 100 percent…

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CVS Health launches in-store customer donation campaign to support rebuilding efforts following the recent hurricanes

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Following the devastating damage caused by recent hurricanes, CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today ( Sept. 19, 2017) launched an in-store customer donation campaign to support the rebuilding efforts underway in the impacted areas. As part of this initiative, the company pledged to match all customer donations with…

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CVS Health Corporation declares quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share on its common stock

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health Corporation (NYSE: CVS) today (September 19, 2017) announced that its board of directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.50 (50 cents) per share on the corporation’s common stock. The dividend is payable on November 3, 2017, to holders of record on October 24, 2017. About…

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US Foods launches its Fall Scoop™ 2017 product lineup themed, “Make It Yours”

New Product Line Features 26 Products and Online Staffing Solution ROSEMONT, Ill., 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods (NYSE: USFD) is pleased to announce the launch of its Fall Scoop™ 2017 (Fall Scoop) product lineup themed, "Make It Yours.” The lineup features 26 products, six of which were developed in collaboration with award-winning chef, author…

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Inditex Group: revenue rose by 11.5% in the first half of 2017 to €11.7 billion

Inditex Group: revenue rose by 11.5% in the first half of 2017 to €11.7 billion   During the past 12 months, Inditex has generated more than 11,000 new jobs, 2,933 of which are in Spain First-half revenue amounted to €11.7 billion Like-for-like sales growth was 6% in the first half, and were positive across…

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Kimco Realty declares cash dividend for its Class L depositary shares

NEW HYDE PARK, N.Y., 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE: KIM) announced today (9/19/2017 ) that its board of directors has declared the initial cash dividend for the company’s Class L depositary shares, each representing 1/1000 of a share of 5.125% Class L cumulative redeemable preferred shares. This initial dividend of…

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Former CIA and NSA Director General Michael Hayden to deliver the opening keynote at the 2018 NGA Show

Former CIA and NSA Director to Address Independent Supermarket Operators ARLINGTON, VA, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA) today (Sep 19, 2017) announced that former director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA), General Michael Hayden, will deliver the opening keynote address, sponsored by The Kraft…

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EROSKI aumenta un 16% las ventas de alimentos de origen local en Navarra en el primer semestre del ejercicio

EROSKI aumenta un 16% las ventas de alimentos de origen local en Navarra en el primer semestre del ejercicio   Destaca el incremento del 46% del volumen de sus ventas de carne gracias a la extensión de los mostradores de carnicería en sus tiendas de nueva generación  Las ventas de productos lácteos crecen casi un…

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Toys“R”Us, Inc. Files Voluntary Chapter 11 Petitions in U.S. and Intends to Seek Protection under CCAA in Canada

Toys“R”Us and Babies“R”Us Stores and Web Stores across the World are Open and Continuing to Provide World-Class Experiences for Customers Restructuring Process Expected to Enhance Financial Flexibility for Investments in Growth Initiatives Company Receives Commitment of Over $3.0 Billion in Debtor-in-Possession Financing to Support Operations WAYNE, NJ, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us, Inc. (“the…

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Wegmans ranked #7 on the 2017 list of the ‘Best Workplaces for Women’ by FORTUNE and Great Place to Work®

ROCHESTER, NY, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — FORTUNE and Great Place to Work® have ranked Wegmans #7 on the 2017 list of the ‘Best Workplaces for Women.’ Great Place to Work is the organization that conducts research and compiles results for Fortune’s annual ‘100 Best Companies to Work For’ list, which has included Wegmans for 20…

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ShopRite sends a truck filled with food and supplies to Hurricane Harvey victims in Houston

Keasbey, NJ, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — As the flood waters receded, the people of Texas began the arduous task of rebuilding their homes and communities. It would not be easy. By the time Hurricane Harvey departed, the storm had caused billions of dollars of damage. Once the roads had been cleared and the flooding had…

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AHOLD DELHAIZE SHARE BUYBACK UPDATE: 1,049,432 COMMON SHARES REPURCHASED IN THE PERIOD FROM SEPTEMBER 11, 2017 UP TO AND INCLUDING SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold Delhaize has repurchased 1,049,432 of Ahold Delhaize common shares in the period from September 11, 2017 up to and including September 15, 2017. The shares were repurchased at an average price of €15.15 per share for a total consideration of €15.9 million. These repurchases were…

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CBRE again the top global real estate advisory firm in the annual Euromoney Real Estate Awards

Los Angeles, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE has been named the top global real estate advisory firm in the annual Euromoney Real Estate Awards for the sixth consecutive year. Globally, CBRE was also ranked highest overall for Sales/Leasing and Valuation services. In addition to the global awards, CBRE was named as the leading real…

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Dollar Tree CEO Bob Sasser assumes the role of Executive Chairman of the Board

Bob Sasser Elevated to the Role of Executive Chairman  Gary Philbin Promoted to President and Chief Executive Officer and Appointed to Board Macon Brock to Remain on Board of Directors; Named Chairman Emeritus CHESAPEAKE, Va., 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), North America's leading operator of discount variety stores today…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods supports number of winter athletes on their quest to be part of Team USA

PITTSBURGH, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the official sporting goods retail sponsor of Team USA, announced today (September 19, 2017) its roster of winter U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Contenders that are being supported by the Company through flexible employment or sponsorship agreements. Headlining the roster of 41 U.S. Winter Olympic and…

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LightInTheBox Q2 2017 financial results: Net revenues increased 19.6% year-over-year to $78.5 million

Net Revenues Increase 19.6% Year-over-Year Conference Call to be Held at 8:00AM ET on September 18, 2017 BEIJING, 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: LITB) ("LightInTheBox" or the "Company"), a global online retail company that delivers products directly to consumers around the world, today (Sept. 18, 2017) announced its unaudited financial…

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