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Signet Jewelers: successful completion of the first phase of strategic outsourcing of our credit portfolio

HAMILTON, Bermuda, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Signet Jewelers Limited (“Signet”) (NYSE: SIG), the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry, announced today the completion of the first phase of the strategic outsourcing of its in-house credit program, including: The sale of its prime-only credit quality accounts receivable to the Columbus, Ohio-based card services business of Alliance Data…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Consumer Information Food & Beverage Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Schnucks: Mann Packing of Salinas, Calif voluntarily recalls minimally processed vegetable products

Products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes ST. LOUIS, MO, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Mann Packing of Salinas, California is voluntarily recalling minimally processed vegetable products listed below because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Mann Packing is issuing this recall in response to a single positive result found on one of our products…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Kroger: Mike Donnelly Named Executive VP and COO; Fred Morganthall retires

EVP of Retail Operations Fred Morganthall to Retire; EVP of Merchandising Mike Donnelly Named EVP and COO CINCINNATI, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its executive leadership team to support the company's Restock Kroger Plan. "Kroger is fortunate to have a leadership team that combines deep experience with creative new…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Colruyt Group: Bio-Planet, DreamLand and Dreambaby open brand-new joint location in Mol

Colruyt Group: Bio-Planet, DreamLand and Dreambaby open brand-new joint location in Mol Halle, Belgium, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Wednesday 25 October, Bio-Planet, DreamLand and Dreambaby open the doors of a brand-new joint location in Mol. The former Center Shop made way for a new construction big enough for the three Colruyt Group stores and…
October 25, 20170Comments

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AmRest Holdings opens the first blue frog restaurant in Poland

AmRest Holdings opens the first blue frog restaurant in Poland Wroclaw, Poland , 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — AmRest Holdings SE („AmRest”) (WSE: EAT), the largest publicly listed restaurant operator in Central Europe announced an opening of the first blue frog restaurant in the Polish market. As a result, the Company expanded its operation in the…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Apparel Fashion Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Nordstrom partners with Give Back Box® to help customers donate gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry or small household items

Donations can be made for free by mail to help reduce waste, support local nonprofitsSEATTLE, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Every year, billions of pounds of clothing ends up in landfills. Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) is now offering customers a better solution that helps give new life to used clothing and accessories, while also supporting local…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Lineup for Amazon forthcoming fall pilot season announced; debuts on Nov 10 exclusively on Amazon Prime Video

Three new half-hour pilots The Climb, Love You More, and Sea Oak will debut exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in over 200 countries and territories for any Amazon customer to watch Shows feature notable creators and talent including Bridget Everett, Diarra Kilpatrick, George Saunders, Glenn Close, Hiro Murai, and Michael Patrick King SEATTLE, 2017-Oct-25…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Thousands of giftable, handcrafted items at Amazon Handmade Gift Shop

For all occasions, the Handmade Gift Shop is the premier destination for handcrafted gifts from Artisans around the world SEATTLE, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Oct. 23, 2017), Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced the launch of the Amazon Handmade Gift Shop (amazon.com/handmadegiftshop), a selection of thousands of giftable, handcrafted items for every holiday, milestone or occasion. Whether…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Macy’s and Clothes4Souls announce the fifth annual “Buy a Coat & We’ll Donate One” campaign

Macy’s “Buy A Coat & We’ll Donate One” campaign in support of Clothes4Souls begins Oct. 24 (Photo: Business Wire) Buy a coat at Macy’s stores or macys.com from October 24 to 29, and Macy’s will donate a new coat to someone in need NEW YORK, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s and Clothes4Souls proudly announce the fifth annual…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Walgreens Boots Alliance to release 4Q 2017 results on Wednesday, 25 October 2017

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2017 earnings results at 7 a.m. Eastern time Wednesday, 25 October 2017, followed by a one-hour conference call with Walgreens Boots Alliance management beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time. The conference call will be simulcast through…
October 25, 20170Comments

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H&M: There is absolutely no reason for us to incinerate usable clothes

Stockholm, SWEDEN, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — For H&M to send our products for incineration is very rare, it’s only done when they do not fulfill our safety regulations; if they are mould infested or do not fulfill our strict chemical requirements. We are very concerned as to why some media would suggest that…
October 25, 20170Comments

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E-commerce pioneer in France Cdiscount to reshape the energy market with Cdiscount Energie

Saint-Étienne, France, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — An e-commerce pioneer in France, Cdiscount remains steadfastly committed to making a maximum of products and services accessible to French consumers. By extending its offering to the energy sector, Cdiscount is pleased to be able to provide customers with a genuinely affordable alternative. Cdiscount Energie: the same energy but…
October 25, 20170Comments

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British Retail Consortium (BRC) sent “Helping Shoppers Budget” proposal to the Chancellor

British Retail Consortium (BRC) sent "Helping Shoppers Budget" proposal to the Chancellor Business and consumers are looking to the Chancellor’s upcoming Budget for action to support consumer spending and help encourage private sector investment. LONDON, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — In a submission entitled Helping Shoppers Budget, sent to the Chancellor last week, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) proposes…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Welsh Retail Consortium on the new minimum price for alcohol in Wales

Closeup side view of late 20's couple choosing some red wine at local supermarket. The guy is holding on of the bottles and they're both reading the label on the back. Big selection of unrecognizable red wines in front of them. LONDON, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Responding to today's announcement on a new law to introduce…
October 25, 20170Comments

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Simply lids: new design will set the standard of disposable lids for years to come

Cheyenne, Wyoming, 2017-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Simply Innovative Products, Inc. (OTCPink: SMPI) has received first samples off production mold of the disposable beverage lid from the company’s subsidiary Simply Lids. The first samples were produced from the company’s newest supplier of high-tech thin walled injection molding. These samples reflex the final design of the injection…
October 25, 20170Comments

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First Data’s Clover Go devices will be available on Apple.com and in Apple retail stores

First Data’s Clover® Go devices will be sold in U.S. Apple retail stores First Data to support loyalty and gift card solutions for Apple Pay through the Clover Platform Apple Pay now supported for more than one million First Data merchants NEW YORK, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (23 Oct 2017) First Data (NYSE: FDC), a…
October 24, 20170Comments

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EuroShop 2017: 2,368 exhibitors and 113,000 visitors from all over the world

Lines are now open for exhibitors to apply online DUSSELDORF, Germany, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — This year’s EuroShop – the World’s No. 1 Retail Trade Fair – presented itself for the first time with a new concept: 7 dimensions of experience. This forward-looking change was honoured by exhibitors and visitors alike. With 2,368 exhibitors on…
October 24, 20170Comments

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Sainsbury’s launches Tu Formal its first-ever full range of men’s formalwear and Tu Premium for men

Sainsbury’s launches Tu Formal its first-ever full range of men’s formalwear and Tu Premium for men Sainsbury’s smartens up menswear by launching Tu Formal & Tu Premium for men LONDON, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s is poised to take on Ted Baker and Reiss with the launch of Tu Formal, its first-ever full range of men’s…
October 24, 20170Comments

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Habitat to open four new Mini Habitat stores within Sainsbury’s supermarkets by mid-November 2017

Habitat to open four new Mini Habitat stores within Sainsbury’s supermarkets by mid-November 2017 Interiors brand to open four further Mini Habitat concession stores in Sainsbury’s by mid-November LONDON, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Habitat is to launch four further new Mini Habitat stores by mid-November 2017. New Mini Habitat stores within Sainsbury’s supermarkets will open in…
October 24, 20170Comments

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John Lewis to trial new ‘concierge style’ shopping experience at its new service-led shop in Oxford

LONDON, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (20 October 2017), John Lewis has revealed details of a new 'concierge style' shopping experience which the retailer will trial at its new service-led shop in Oxford which opens its doors next Tuesday. The initiative forms part of John Lewis's plans to reinvent the department store. The new…
October 24, 20170Comments

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AHOLD DELHAIZE SHARE BUYBACK UPDATE: 84,050 COMMON SHARES REPURCHASED IN THE PERIOD FROM OCTOBER 16, 2017 UP TO AND INCLUDING OCTOBER 20, 2017

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold Delhaize has repurchased 84,050 of Ahold Delhaize common shares in the period from October 16, 2017 up to and including October 20, 2017. The shares were repurchased at an average price of €15.90 per share for a total consideration of €1.3 million. These repurchases were…
October 24, 20170Comments

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Business Convenience Stores Food & Beverage Management Marketing Retail Retail Services Retail Solutions Retailer

PHA AND NACS launch Healthier Product Calculator to help convenience retailers make healthier food choices more accessible to customers

CHICAGO, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), which works with the private sector and PHA Honorary Chair Former First Lady Michelle Obama to make healthier choices easier, and NACS, the association representing the nation’s 154,000-plus convenience stores, today announced two new cobranded programs to help NACS members provide more visibility…
October 24, 20170Comments

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NACS Releases 2017 Ideas 2 Go program

CHICAGO, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The fast-paced Ideas 2 Go program showcases emerging concepts that redefine convenience—as well as quick takeaways that retailers could easily implement at their own stores. Since 1994, Ideas 2 Go has provided a fast-paced video tour of some of the most interesting, creative and potentially profitable ideas in…
October 24, 20170Comments

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Automotive Business Human Resources Management Retail Retailer

CarMax to hire more than 2,000 positions companywide by the end of the year

CarMax to hire more than 2,000 positions companywide by the end of the year   One of FORTUNE Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® is Hiring for Long-Term Careers RICHMOND, Va., 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, announces plans to hire for more than 2,000 positions companywide by the end…
October 24, 20170Comments

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Old Navy launches team USA accessories collection for the 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in South Korea

BRAND LAUNCHES TEAM USA ACCESSORIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UNITED STATES OLYMPIC COMMITTEE SAN FRANCISCO, 2017-Oct-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Old Navy announces its new cold-weather accessories collection designed in partnership with the United States Olympic Committee for the 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea. The spirited collection consists of Team USA knit mittens, winter…
October 24, 20170Comments

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NGA presented Clarence G. Adamy Great American Award to Harps Food Stores president and CEO Kim Eskew

CHICAGO, Ill., 2017-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association’s (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, today announced Kim Eskew, president and CEO of Harps Food Stores, was awarded the Clarence G. Adamy Great American Award at the NGA Fall Leadership Meetings in Chicago, Ill. The award recognizes individuals who have…
October 23, 20170Comments

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NGA holds successful Fall Leadership Meetings; appoints IGA Inc.’s John Ross and SpartanNash’s Larry Pierce to its board

NGA holds successful Fall Leadership Meetings; appoints IGA Inc.'s John Ross and SpartanNash's Larry Pierce to its board CHICAGO, Ill., 2017-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA), the trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, today announced over 300 senior level meetings between retailers and wholesalers with manufacturers and service suppliers took place…
October 23, 20170Comments

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L Brands to host live webcast of its annual investor update meeting on Nov. 2, 2017

COLUMBUS, Ohio, 2017-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — L Brands, Inc. (NYSE:LB) invites you to listen to the live webcast of its annual investor update meeting on Nov. 2 , 2017.   Featuring Leslie H. Wexner, chairman and chief executive officer, executive leadership will provide an update on the strategies for the company and its brands. Live Webcast Brand Leadership Presentations…
October 23, 20170Comments

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Consumer Information Food & Beverage Retail Retailer

Wegmans: First Source recalls Honey Roast Nut Crunch that contains undeclared almond

Tonawanda , NY , 2017-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — First Source of Tonawanda, NY, is voluntarily recalling Honey Roast Nut Crunch because it contains undeclared almond. People who have an allergy or sensitivity to tree nuts (almonds) run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The recalled item was distributed…
October 23, 20170Comments

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Toys“R”Us® releases holiday catalog Ultimate Guide to Play

Wayne, NJ, 2017-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Black Friday is only a little more than a month away, but the deals are starting even sooner. Loyal Toys“R”Us® shoppers can expect to find copies of this year’s highly-anticipated holiday catalog, The Ultimate Guide to Play – in homes beginning Thursday, October 19 and in newspapers…
October 23, 20170Comments

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