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Wendy’s® introduces the perfect blend of summer flavors in the new Strawberry Mango Chicken Salad

Wendy's® introduces the perfect blend of summer flavors in the new Strawberry Mango Chicken Salad DUBLIN, Ohio, 2017-Jun-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wendy's® raises drive-thru salad standards with the perfect blend of summer flavors in the new Strawberry Mango Chicken Salad. The salad comes with a juicy twist, presenting mango – the world's most consumed fruit…

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Foodstuffs North Island sells its Silverstream site to Farrah’s

Auckland, New Zealand, 2017-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Foodstuffs North Island has sold its 4.0369ha site at 57 Kiln Street, Silverstream for an undisclosed sum. The supermarket company put the site on the market in March and tenders closed on April 12. “Foodstuffs has been on this site since 1981, but no longer requires the entire…

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SM Investments Corporation again a recipient of The Global Chinese Business 1000 Awards by Yazhou Zhoukan

SM Investments Corporation again a recipient of The Global Chinese Business 1000 Awards by Yazhou Zhoukan Pasay City, Philippines, 2017-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Yazhou Zhoukan (YZZ), a leading Chinese business magazine awarded SM Investments Corporation (SM) for The Global Chinese Business 1000 Awards—Outstanding Performance. This marks the fifth year SM has received the award from YZZ. “We…

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Commissaries to bring savings and exciting events this June

FORT LEE, Va. , 2017-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — June will bring more than hot temperatures for commissary patrons looking for plenty of promotional savings and exciting events, said the Defense Commissary Agency's director of sales. "Our customers will be treated to fun, spectacular events with super summer savings in the mix," said Tracie Russ. "We're…

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Hollister Co. and AwesomenessTV launch one-of-a kind series and an integrated campaign aimed at inspiring the Gen Z audience

Hollister Co. and AwesomenessTV launch one-of-a kind series and an integrated campaign aimed at inspiring the Gen Z audience "This Is Summer" Premieres Saturday, May 20th on AwesomenessTV's YouTube Channel New Albany, OH, 2017-May-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hollister Co. (NYSE: ANF), the global retail brand celebrating the spirit of endless summer, announced the launch of their…

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The Levi Strauss Foundation to support organizations that protect the civil liberties of highly vulnerable communities

Foundation’s namesake was an immigrant who created one of America’s most iconic brands SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2017-May-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Levi Strauss Foundation today (May 17, 2017) announced it will give $1 million in grants to support organizations that protect the civil liberties of highly vulnerable communities across the United States and abroad, including…

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Women in Motion Talks will be webcasted live on Kering’s Facebook page

Women in Motion Talks will be webcasted live on Kering’s Facebook page ROBIN WRIGHT, ISABELLE HUPPERT, YANG YANG, SALMA HAYEK PINAULT, COSTA GAVRAS AND DIANE KRUGER ON THE BILL OF THE 2017 WOMEN IN MOTION TALKS London, 2017-May-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Robin Wright, Isabelle Huppert, Yang Yang, Salma Hayek Pinault, Costa Gavras, and Diane Kruger are among the film…

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Retail Energy Supply Association: The Superior Performance of Competitive Electricity Markets 2008-2016

Prices in states with competitive retail markets have trended downward while prices under monopoly regulation have risen ‘inexorably’ Harrisburg, PA, 2017-May-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Over the past two decades consumers have fared demonstrably better in the 14 U.S. jurisdictions with competitive retail electricity markets offering consumers a choice among retail energy suppliers, a new white…

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Dillard’s, Inc. annual meeting of shareholders in Little Rock, Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., 2017-May-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dillard's, Inc. (NYSE:DDS) (the "Company" or "Dillard's") conducted its annual meeting of shareholders today (May 20, 2017) in Little Rock, Arkansas with Dillard's Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, William Dillard, II, presiding. Mr. Dillard welcomed guests and acknowledged Mr. P.J. Smith of the Humane Society…

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Alibaba, Ant Financial, and TDAP partner to support growth of SMEs in Pakistan through e-commerce

Alibaba, Ant Financial, and TDAP partner to support growth of SMEs in Pakistan through e-commerce Hangzhou, China, 2017-May-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA), the world’s largest online and mobile commerce company, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) during Prime…

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NCR to showcase its latest restaurant technology innovation at the National Restaurant Association show in Chicago

Global technology company to demonstrate solutions that help restaurants transform their operations and build connected experiences DULUTH, Ga., 2017-May-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) will focus on ‘the connected experience’, for restaurants of all types and sizes at the upcoming National Restaurant Association (NRA) show in Chicago where the company will showcase the…

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PRODUCT RECALL: The Osso Good Co. recalls beef and pork bone broth products

WASHINGTON, 2017-May-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Osso Good Co., a San Rafael, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,210 pounds of beef and pork bone broth products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (May 18, 2917). The beef bone broth…

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SPAR Norway expands its e-commerce network with the launch of EUROSPAR Hunstad in Bodø online store

SPAR Norway expands its e-commerce network with the launch of EUROSPAR Hunstad in Bodø online store NORWAY, 2017-May-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Since last year, SPAR Norway has been increasing its focus on online retail to alleviate the challenge of large distances between stores and drive business to independent retailers across the country. The SPAR Partner…

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BJ’s Restaurants debuts its new Brewhouse Slow-Roasted Menu

BJ's Restaurants debuts its new Brewhouse Slow-Roasted Menu HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2017-May-16 — /EPR Retail News/ —  BJ's Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) announced today (May 15, 2017) the debut of its new Brewhouse Slow-Roasted Menu featuring items such as prime rib, turkey, pork ribs, pork shoulder and a double bone-in pork chop. Using ovens increasingly seen in…

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Tesco’s adds Spoon Guru’s innovative online technology and expertise in nutrition into its online shopping platform

Tesco’s adds Spoon Guru’s innovative online technology and expertise in nutrition into its online shopping platform CHESHUNT, England, 2017-May-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco today (May 15, 2017) has announced a partnership with Spoon Guru to help its customers with specific diets and tastes quickly and easily find food suitable when shopping online. It marks the latest…

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Tesco’s ‘Free Fruit for Kids’ initiative provided 20 million pieces of fruit since its launch in July last year

Tesco’s ‘Free Fruit for Kids’ initiative provided 20 million pieces of fruit since its launch in July last year Tesco’s ground-breaking ‘Free Fruit for Kids’ initiative has proved a real hit with children and parents, after the retailer revealed it has given out 20 million pieces of free fruit since its launch in July last year. CHESHUNT,…

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New Nordstrom Rewards Visa® credit card expands Nordstrom’s loyalty program in Canada

SEATTLE, 2017-May-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Nordstrom, Inc. announced it is expanding its loyalty program in Canada, providing customers with a new opportunity to earn points for their purchases and access to exclusive perks. Beginning today, Canadian customers can apply for the Nordstrom Rewards Visa® credit card and earn points on their purchases wherever…

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Asda extends its craft beer offering with over 100 new craft beers to become available nationwide

Asda extends its craft beer offering with over 100 new craft beers to become available nationwide Over 100 new craft beers to become available nationwide, making the popular thirst quenchers more accessible to those not yet on the craft beer bandwagon LEEDS, England, 2017-May-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Asda has today announced it is massively extending its…

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Eden Mill, Pickerings, Porter’s and Ginerosity Distillery launch five new products at Asda

Eden Mill, Pickerings, Porter’s and Ginerosity Distillery launch five new products at Asda New deal adds to “gin-renaissance” as industry continues to experience exponential market growth LEEDS, England, 2017-May-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — As the market for high-quality spirits bursting with taste and provenance continues to grow, Eden Mill, Pickerings, Porter’s and Ginerosity Distillery have launched…

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Chipotle Mexican Grill appoints Scott Boatwright as chief restaurant officer

Boatwright brings nearly 20 years of restaurant operations experience to Chipotle executive team DENVER, 2017-May-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced that it has hired Scott Boatwright as chief restaurant officer, a position where he will work with the company’s senior restaurant leadership team to oversee restaurant operations for Chipotle’s nearly 2,300…

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RILA issues statement on Robert Lighthizer’s appointment as U.S. Trade Representative

Arlington , VA, 2017-May-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (05.11.17), Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) Vice President of International Trade Hun Quach, issued the following statement regarding Robert Lighthizer’s appointment as U.S. Trade Representative: “We commend Robert Lighthizer on his appointment to U.S. trade representative. RILA has long-championed retail's critical role in international trade which creates millions…

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Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. priced its offering of 6,750,000 Equity Units

NEW BRITAIN, Conn., 2017-May-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE: SWK) (the "Company") announced today (05.11.17) that it priced its offering of 6,750,000 Equity Units (the "Units"). The Company has granted to the underwriters an option to purchase up to an additional 750,000 Units to cover over-allotments. The offering is being…

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NACS announces new commitment with the Partnership for a Healthier America

WASHINGTON, 2017-May-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (05.11.17) NACS, the association representing the nation’s 154,000-plus convenience stores, announced a new commitment with the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), becoming the first retail-association partner. Through its commitment, NACS will rely on PHA’s resources and expertise to help conveniences stores provide more visibility to healthier choices…

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Kimco Realty to release its 2Q 2017 earnings on Wednesday, July 26, 2017

NEW HYDE PARK, N.Y., 2017-May-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE:KIM) will announce its second quarter 2017 earnings on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 after market closes. You are invited to listen to our quarterly earnings conference call, which will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 10:00…

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CVS Health releases its tenth annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today (05.10.17) released its tenth annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, entitled Prescription for a Better World, providing updates on progress against the company's 2016 CSR goals, and establishing several new performance targets. Accomplishments in 2016 spanned the company's strategic CSR pillars of Health in…

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CVS Health Shareholders elect the Honorable Mary L. Schapiro as a new member of its Board

CVS Health Shareholders elect the Honorable Mary L. Schapiro as a new member of its Board WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shareholders of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) re-elected all eleven standing members of the CVS Health Board of Directors and voted to elect the Honorable Mary L. Schapiro, the 29th chairman of the U.S.…

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Swedish ICA stores sales increased by 8.0% in April 2017 vs. same month last year

Solna, Sweden, 2017-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sales in the Swedish ICA stores increased by 8.0% in April 2017 compared with the corresponding month last year. Sales in like-for-like stores increased by 7.3%. April 2017 January – April 2017 Store sales excl. VAT Mkr Change  all stores Change like-for-like Mkr Change  all stores Change like-for-like Maxi ICA Stormarknad  2,966 9.5% 9.6%  10,923 1.8% 1.8% ICA Kvantum 2,366 8.7% 6.2% 8,888 3.2% 1.5% ICA Supermarket 2,873 6.7% 6.2% 10,974 2.2% 1.7% ICA Nära 1,401 6.3% 6.6% 5,322 2.2% 2.3% Total 9,604 8.0% 7.3% 36,107 2.3% 1.8% In April 2017, sales in the…

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ICA Gruppen First quarter of 2017 financial results: Consolidated net sales increased by 0.9%

Solna, Sweden, 2017-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Solid results in a weaker market. First quarter of 2017 in summary Consolidated net sales amounted to SEK 24,984 million (24,761), an increase of 0.9% Operating profit excluding non-recurring items totalled SEK 996 million (959). Profit for the period was SEK 1,132 million (735). Profit includes capital…

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ICA Gruppen presents its 1Q 2017 sustainability report

Solna, Sweden, 2017-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — ICA Gruppen presents its sustainability report for the first quarter 2017. This is a quarterly report about ICA Gruppen’s work on issues relating to sustainability. The report show developments during the year and covers all companies within ICA Gruppen. “ICA Gruppen aims to be a leader in sustainability. For…

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