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Kingfisher: Five store openings took place across the Group in June

LONDON, 2014-7-30 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Five store openings took place across the Group in June, for B&Q and Screwfix in the UK and Brico Dépôt France. B&Q in Penrith, Cumbria B&Q UK & Ireland opened a store at the Castle Retail Park in Penrith, replacing the former branch on Bridge Street. It covers an area of…

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5 Reasons Retailers Need A Mobile Fashion Truck

Cheshire, UK, 2014-7-30 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The latest trend currently hitting the U.S. retail truck tours are quickly becoming a sure fire way to increase awareness, interaction and most importantly, sales. In 2018, more than 60,000 high street shops are predicted to close and over 160 retail chains are predicted to go into administration -…

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Tesco appoints Alan Stewart as Chief Financial Officer

Cheshunt, England, 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Notification pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.11 Pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.11, and further to Tesco PLC’s announcement on 10 July 2014, the Company announces that Alan Stewart will join the Board as Chief Financial Officer with effect from 1 December 2014. Jonathan Lloyd Company Secretary Tesco PLC For more information please contact the Tesco…

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Tesco to cut cost of diesel and petrol by 2p per litre at all of its petrol stations

Cheshunt, England, 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Britain's biggest petrol retailer will tomorrow cut the cost of diesel and petrol by 2p per litre at all of its petrol stations. The cut is in addition to savings customers can make through Fuel Save, which can be worth up to 20p off a litre. The more customers…

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Sainsbury’s the first UK retailer to recycle its old food crates into more efficient ones made from 100% recycled material

LONDON, 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Recycling these crates to a more efficient crate type will significantly reduce empty crate transport – reducing the number of road journeys needed to transport crates back to suppliers. The crates, recycled for Sainsbury’s by Schoeller Allibert, are the first in the UK to be made from 100% recycled material…

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Belk marks the grand opening of its new home store at Friendly Center in Greensboro, North Carolina

Unique Stand-Alone Store Includes Expanded Home Offerings CHARLOTTE, NC, 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Belk today celebrated the grand opening of its new home store at Friendly Center in Greensboro, North Carolina. The home department has moved into a brand-new 29,000-square foot building across the street from the existing location at Friendly Center. The new store…

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AHOLD REPURCHASED 1,466,762 AHOLD COMMON SHARES FOR € 19.42 MILLION BETWEEN JULY 21 AND JULY 25, 2014

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Ahold has repurchased 1,466,762 Ahold common shares in the period from July 21, 2014 up to and including July 25, 2014. The shares were repurchased at an average price of € 13.2413 per share for a total consideration of € 19.42 million. These repurchases were made as part of…

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DreamPlace set to debut in seven locations nationwide owned by both General Growth Properties, Inc. and Forest City Enterprises

Interactive Santa Adventure Embodies DreamWorks’ Distinctive Blend of World-Class Technology and Storytelling for a Next Generation Holiday Experience GGP and Forest City Malls will Host Inaugural DreamPlace Experiences Glendale, CA, 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  It’s a little known fact that Shrek, the curmudgeonly ogre best known for fiercely protecting his swamp, actually dedicates his Christmas vacation to…

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Dollar Tree, Inc. to acquire Family Dollar in a cash and stock transaction for $74.50 per share

Will Operate More Than 13,000 Stores Across 48 States and Five Canadian Provinces, with Annual Sales Exceeding $18 Billion Will Continue to Operate and Grow Both the Dollar Tree and Family Dollar Brands, Offering Fixed- and Multi-Price Point Formats to Provide Consumers Greater Value, Convenience and Choice Expected to Achieve an Estimated $300 Million in…

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Meijer and SKECHERS gave new pairs of shoes to 1,000 Indianapolis children in need

Children identified through Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis, Children’s Bureau also tour Indianapolis Colts practice complex and meet “Blue” GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Meijer and SKECHERS teamed up earlier this week to give away new pairs of BOBS from SKECHERS shoes to 1,000 Indianapolis children in need, during a day of fun…

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Target makes back-to-school shopping for Canadian families fun and stress-free experience with its unbeatable prices

Guests will find new, on-trend and exclusive products at unbeatable prices MISSISSAUGA, 2014-7-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  From the latest fashions to school supplies, Target is the destination for back to school must-haves at unbeatable prices. Based on a survey commissioned by Target, 51% of Canadian moms describe back-to-school shopping as expensive and stressful. This year, Target…

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Whole Foods Market supports Oregon’s Measure 92 requiring mandatory labeling of raw and packaged foods containing Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)

PORTLAND, Ore.,  2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Foods Market strongly supports Oregon’s Measure 92, requiring mandatory labeling of raw and packaged foods containing Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) by Jan.1, 2016. More than 155,000 Oregonians signed a petition to put Measure 92 on the ballot this November. “At Whole Foods Market, we believe consumers have a fundamental right…

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Rite Aid Corporation names Darren Karst as executive vice president and chief financial officer

Current SEVP and CFO Frank Vitrano to Continue as Rite Aid Chief Administrative Officer Until His Retirement in September, 2015    CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) today announced that Darren Karst, a highly experienced retail finance executive, is joining Rite Aid as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective…

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CBRE Group, Inc. certified more than 300 buildings through the U.S. Green Building Council LEED®

Los Angeles, 2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. announced today that it has certified more than 300 buildings through the U.S. Green Building Council LEED® for Existing Buildings rating system, making the company the commercial real estate services and investment industry leader in LEED for Existing Buildings certifications. CBRE’s Global Energy & Sustainability LEED…

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Kingfisher reports total sales up by 0.8% on its second quarter pre-close update to 12 July 2014

LONDON, 2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Kingfisher reports total sales up 0.8% (-1.8% LFL) in constant currencies and confirms binding agreement reached with principal shareholders of Mr Bricolage Sales* In constant currencies 10 weeks to 12 July 2014 23 weeks to 12 July 2014 % Total Change % LFL* Change % Total Change % LFL Change *Throughout this release ‘*’ indicates first instance of a term…

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Starbucks expands presence in Hanoi with the opening of three stores

SEATTLE,  2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —   Starbucks celebrated the opening of the first of three stores in Hanoi, welcoming customers for the first time in Vietnam’s capital city. Nestled in the Hanoi’s vibrant Hoan Kiem district, at the Lan Vien Hotel, this store embraces the local traditions and coffee culture. In the coming days,…

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Starbucks Corporation reports financial results for its 13-week fiscal third quarter and 39-week fiscal year to date ended June 29, 2014

Strong comp store sales increases of 6% globally and 7% in the U.S. drive record Q3 revenues of $4.2 billion Channel Development revenues increase 13% Consolidated operating margin expands to a Q3 record 18.5% Company reiterates strong growth outlook; introduces initial FY15 growth targets View detailed financial data here SEATTLE, 2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks…

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Tesco research shows that high fuel prices prevent Brits from enjoying holidays and trips in the UK

https://www.flickr.com/photos/tescomedia/sets/72157644043628313/85% of Brits would explore more of the UK if fuel was cheaper Tesco has given away over 399 million free miles through Clubcard Fuel Save The retailer is also giving customers money off family days out and launching Click and Collect points in popular summer holiday hot spots Cheshunt, England,  2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — …

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Baroness Neville-Rolfe resigns from Supervisory Board of METRO AG to join British government

Baroness Neville-Rolfe joins British government and therefore resigns fromMETRO AG's Supervisory Board Neville-Rolfe appointed Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the British Department for Business, Innovation and Skills Ministerial appointment required resignation from Supervisory Board ofMETRO AG Düsseldorf, Germany,  2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Baroness Lucy Neville-Rolfe has been appointed Under Secretary of State at the British Department…

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Carrefour: Boucles du Cœur campaign raised €1,400,000 to help children in difficulty

PARIS, 2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  For the fourth year running, customers and employees from Carrefour and Carrefour Market stores in France have joined forces to support the Boucles du Cœur campaign. After 11 weeks spent supporting the ELA association and 240 local associations, nearly €1,400,000 has been raised to help children in difficulty, beating…

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Walmart announces the promotion of Greg Foran to President and CEO of Walmart U.S.

Bentonville, Ark., 2014-7-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, Walmart (NYSE: WMT) announced that Greg Foran, 53, has been promoted to President and CEO of Walmart U.S. Foran succeeds Bill Simon who has been in the role since June 2010 and will be transitioning out of the company. Foran will assume his responsibilities on August 9 and will report directly to…

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LED Recessed Ceiling 4 Inch Dimmable Can Lights Provide the Upside to Down Lighting

Torrance, CA, 2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — LEDtronics, Inc., with more than 30 years of leadership in innovative LED lighting solutions, announces the newest member to its series of high-brightness, energy-efficient retrofit LED Recessed Downlights. The RDL32-4-12W series are Energy Star and UL/cUL listed, dimmable ceiling can-style downlights ideal for indoor use in architectural/décor lighting and commercial…

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Emma Bunton launches new 26 piece girls’ clothing collection for Autumn/Winter 2014 designed exclusively for Argos

Milton Keynes, UK,  2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Singer, Heart FM presenter and mother-of-two, Emma Bunton is launching a new 26 piece girls’ clothing collection for Autumn/Winter 2014, designed exclusively for Argos. The new collection features sparkly sequins and touches of gold and silver, providing fun and fashionable clothes for girls aged two to nine years…

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Andrew Barton unveiled his new Argan Oil-Infused Premier Collection; available exclusively on argos.co.uk and in stores across UK from 26 July 2014

Milton Keynes, UK,  2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Celebrity hairdresser Andrew Barton has unveiled his new Argan Oil-Infused Premier Collection, available exclusively on argos.co.uk and in stores nationwide from Saturday 26 July 2014. The premium electrical styling range features four new products and combines advanced technology with Argan Oil-infused ceramics to promote shinier, healthier looking hair.…

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Lowe’s launches new products for its Iris smart home solution that offer consumers added convenience, safety and efficiency

Iris’ open platform offers consumers energy-saving and home security solutions during the season they need it most MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Lowe’s Companies, Inc. announced today the launch of new products for its Iris smart home solution that offer consumers added convenience, safety and efficiency this summer. The home improvement company continues to extend the breadth of…

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NRF praises the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety’s progress over the past year

WASHINGTON, 2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The National Retail Federation today released the following statement from President and CEO Matthew Shay, praising the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety’s progress over the past year: “The National Retail Federation applauds the tremendous progress the members of the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety have made this past year,…

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The National Retail Federation lowered its retail sales forecast for 2014; sales are expected to grow significantly faster over the next five months

WASHINGTON, 2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The National Retail Federation today lowered its retail sales forecast for 2014 because of slow growth recorded during the first half of the year, but said sales are expected to grow significantly faster over the next five months. NRF forecasted in January that retail sales would grow 4.1 percent…

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SRC-KPMG SCOTTISH RETAIL SALES MONITOR JUNE 2014 – FASHION: In June 2014 total Scottish sales decreased by 1.1% compared with June 2013

LONDON,  2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  In June 2014 total Scottish sales decreased by 1.1% compared with June 2013, when they had increased by 2.8%. Like-for-like sales decreased by 2.6% on last June, when they had increased by 0.3%. Taking account of shop price deflation, June's total sales were up 0.7% in real terms, the…

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BRC-BOND DICKINSON RETAIL EMPLOYMENT MONITOR Q2 2014: The equivalent number of full-time jobs fell by 2.5% in Q2-2014 vs. the same period last year

The equivalent number of full-time jobs fell by 2.5% in the second quarter of 2014 compared with the same period last year.  LONDON, 2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  In the second quarter of 2014, the number of outlets rose by 2.5%, driven entirely by food retailers. The average number of full-time equivalent staff per store fell to…

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The Retail Industry Leaders Association issues statement on the decision of NLRB to certify micro unions within the retail industry

Arlington , VA, 2014-7-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement on the decision of National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to certify, for the first time, micro unions within the retail industry. "Micro unions are incompatible with the operational structure of the retail industry and the needs of American…

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