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Waitrose trials ‘scan as you shop’ mobile app enabling customers to scan product barcodes as they place goods in basket

LONDON, 2016-Mar-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Waitrose is trialling a 'scan as you shop' mobile app in three branches, enabling myWaitrose customers to scan product barcodes on their phones as they place goods in their basket, easing their checkout experience. The trial, which complements the existing Quick Check service,  is taking place in Waitrose shops in…
March 21, 20160Comments

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IKEA recalls all GOTHEM lamps due to shock hazard to consumers

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA, 2016-Mar-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Consumers should immediately stop using the lamp and return it to any IKEA store for a full refund. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required. IKEA takes product safety very seriously. All our products are tested to and comply with applicable testing standards and legislation. IKEA is recalling all GOTHEM…
March 21, 20160Comments

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Four IKEA co-workers awarded trip to visit and experience the Save the Children’s Early Steps to School Success literacy program

IKEA U.S. Awarded Four Co-workers an IWitness Ambassador Trip to Arnoldsburg, West Virginia Four IKEA co-workers were awarded an ambassador trip to witness the IKEA U.S. funded ‘Save the Children’ literacy program ‘Early Steps to School Success’ Conshohocken, PA, 2016-Mar-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA U.S. announced today that four IKEA co-workers; Spencer Saldumbide, IKEA…
March 19, 20160Comments

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IKEA announces plans for its third San Francisco-area store in Dublin, California

IKEA SUBMITS PLANS FOR A STORE IN DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA TO OPEN SUMMER 2018 AS 3RD SAN FRANCISCO-AREA STORE AND 9TH IN STATE CONSHOHOCKEN, PA, 2016-Mar-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today announced it is submitting plans to the City of Dublin, California for the Swedish company’s third San Francisco-area store…
March 19, 20160Comments

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Business Consumer Goods Food & Beverage Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Whole Foods Market in search for local growers and producers to feature in three upcoming Pennsylvania stores

Local food items and artisan products sought ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-Mar-18 — /EPR Retail News/ —Whole Foods Market is looking for unique products from local growers and producers to feature in three upcoming Pennsylvania stores: the relocations of the Wynnewood and Philadelphia City Center (Callowhill) stores, as well as Allentown. Interested suppliers can submit information online at…
March 18, 20160Comments

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Miracle Balloon campaign: Rite Aid kicks off its annual fundraising program for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Customers Can Support Their Local Children's Miracle Network Hospital with Purchase of $1 Paper Miracle Balloons Rite Aid Raised $6.3 Million in 2015, Bringing Grand Fundraising Total Since 1994 to More Than $75 Million Camp Hill, Pa., 2016-Mar-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid's 22nd annual Miracle Balloon campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, a leading…
March 18, 20160Comments

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H&M recognised by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the sixth year

The World’s Most Ethical Companies program honors companies that excel in three areas – promoting ethical business standards and practices internally, enabling managers and employees to make good choices, and shaping future industry standards by introducing tomorrow’s best practices. H&M has been recognised by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the world’s most ethical companies…
March 10, 20160Comments

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ALDI announces the promotion of Brent Laubaugh to co-president of ALDI in the US

Brent Laubaugh promoted to co-president Batavia, Ill., 2016-Mar-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — ALDI Inc. today announced that Brent Laubaugh, vice president, Saxonburg division, has been promoted to co-president of ALDI in the US, joining David Behm and Chuck Youngstrom, who continue in their roles as co-presidents. All three co-presidents report to Jason Hart, CEO, ALDI. Laubaugh, whose…
March 10, 20160Comments

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Albert Heijn To Go and BP together will increase fresh and healthier food offerings at retail sites in the Netherlands

Zaandam, Netherlands, 2016-Mar-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Albert Heijn To Go and BP will work together to increase the offer of fresh and healthier food and drinks at retail sites in the Netherlands. To this purpose, they have signed an agreement to start a pilot with an Albert Heijn To Go shop at six…
March 10, 20160Comments

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Advance Auto Parts announces the appointment of Brad W. Buss and Reuben E. Slone to its Board of Directors

ROANOKE, Va., 2016-Mar-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America, serving both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that Brad W. Buss and Reuben E. Slone have been appointed to Advance’s Board of Directors. Their appointments will be effective today, March…
March 8, 20160Comments

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DICK’S Sporting Goods launches its first Team USA-themed TV and digital advertisements

PITTSBURGH, 2016-Mar-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, today launched its first Team USA-themed TV and digital advertisements as part of its sponsorship of the U.S. Olympic Committee. The inspiring creative celebrates the journey and sacrifice made by Team USA hopefuls in their pursuit of…
March 8, 20160Comments

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CarMax ranks No. 85 at FORTUNE magazines’ 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2016

RICHMOND, Va., 2016-Mar-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — For 12 consecutive years, CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, has been named by FORTUNE magazine as one of its 100 Best Companies to Work For®. CarMax ranks No. 85 for 2016. The company continues to grow and CarMax plans to open between 13…
March 5, 20160Comments

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Rite Aid Corporation announces sales results for February

CAMP HILL, Pa., 2016-Mar-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) today announced sales results of its retail pharmacy segment for February. Monthly Sales For the five weeks ended Feb. 27, 2016, same store sales decreased 0.8 percent over the prior-year period. February front-end same store sales decreased 0.5 percent. Pharmacy same store sales, which…
March 5, 20160Comments

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Dollar Tree, Inc. to host conference call for investors and analysts for its fourth quarter ended January 30, 2016 on March 1, 2016

CHESAPEAKE, Va, 2016-Feb-25 — /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 fourth quarter ended January 30, 2016. WHEN: Tuesday, March 1, 2016 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time PARTICIPATE: At least 5 minutes prior to the conference call,…
February 25, 20160Comments

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Hot Dog Bill of Rights

IRVING, 2016-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ladies and gentlemen of the press and social mediasphere, a proclamation from 7‑Eleven, who has provided Americans a hot dog standard based on freedom of choice since the 1970’s: WHEREAS, we’re not about to let any King threaten that juicy, American liberty by limiting the people to just two pre-determined…
February 25, 20160Comments

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British shoppers prefer straight croissants; Tesco to consign crescent shaped croissants to history

CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Feb-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sacre bleu! Don’t tell the French but British shoppers are falling out of love with the traditionally crescent shaped croissants – preferring ones that are straight. Both shapes have been sold on British high streets for some time, but recently demand for the curved ones has fallen. And it’s all…
February 21, 20160Comments

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Macy’s and Shaun White teams up to create new menswear line WHT SPACE

The limited-edition capsule collection focuses on pieces that are bold and modern, yet easy to wear NEW YORK , 2016-Feb-20 — /EPR Retail News/ - Macy’s and Shaun White have joined forces to create WHT SPACE, a new and exclusive menswear line that reflects White’s adrenaline-pumping, eclectic style. A professional athlete who has amassed numerous titles…
February 20, 20160Comments

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CVS Health Q3-2015: Net revenues up 10.3%; Operating profit up 3.8%

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2015-11-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Third Quarter Year-over-year Highlights: Net revenues increased 10.3% to $38.6 billion Operating profit increased 3.8% to $2.3 billion, including the effect of acquisition-related transaction and integration costs of $127 million GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations of $1.10 Adjusted EPS of $1.29, excluding any acquisition-related items, at higher end…
November 2, 20150Comments

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