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Schweizer Energiepreis: Coop erhält Watt d’Or 2016

Energie/CO2-Vision von Coop: Taten statt Worte BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Heute Abend verleiht das Bundesamt für Energie im Kongresszentrum Kursaal in Bern zum 10. Mal den renommierten Schweizer Energiepreis Watt d’Or. Ziel des Watt d'Or ist es, aussergewöhnliche Leistungen im Energiebereich bekannt zu machen und so Wirtschaft, Politik und die breite Öffentlichkeit zu…

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Coop-Gruppe 2015: zusätzliche Kundinnen und Kunden gewonnen und in den Supermärkten die Kundenfrequenz um 2,4 % gesteigert

BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Coop konnte sich 2015 in einem schwierigen Umfeld und in rückläufigen Märkten gut behaupten. So hat Coop 2015 zusätzliche Kundinnen und Kunden gewonnen und in den Supermärkten die Kundenfrequenz um 2,4 % gesteigert. Insbesondere im Bereich der Frischprodukte konnten Marktanteile ausgebaut werden. Der Wegfall der Euro-Mindestgrenze und die…

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Watt d’Or 2016: Das Bundesamt für Energie zeichnet die Migros aus

Zürich, SWITZERLAND, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bereits zum zehnten Mal verleiht das Bundesamt für Energie (BFE) den "Watt d'Or". Dieser renommierte Preis zeichnet Unternehmen für aussergewöhnliche Leistungen im Energiebereich aus. Die Migros erhält den Watt d'Or Sonderpreis in der Kategorie "Unternehmensstrategie". Sie wird für ihr Nachhaltigkeitsprogramm "Generation M" und ihr jahrzehntelanges Engagement für Klimaschutz…

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Nordstrom, Inc. plans to open a Nordstrom Rack at The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk® in New Orleans, Louisiana

SEATTLE, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced today plans to open a Nordstrom Rack at The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk® in New Orleans, Louisiana, a development of The Howard Hughes Corporation®. The approximately 35,000-square-foot store will be the first Nordstrom Rack in New Orleans and is scheduled to open…

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Macy’s, Inc. to reduce SG&A expense by $400 million while still investing in growth strategies

CINCINNATI, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today announced a series of cost-efficiency and process improvement measures to be implemented beginning in early 2016 that will reduce SG&A expense by approximately $400 million while still investing in growth strategies, particularly in omnichannel capabilities at Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s. The actions represent progress toward the…

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Home Retail Group rejects Sainsbury’s approach for possible cash and share offer

Milton Keynes, UK, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Board of Home Retail Group plc (“Home Retail Group” or the “Company”) notes the announcement by J Sainsbury plc (“Sainsbury’s) and confirms that in November 2015 it received an approach from Sainsbury’s regarding a possible cash and share offer for the Company. Having reviewed the approach…

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Sir Charlie Mayfield, Chairman of the John Lewis Partnership: Strong Christmas trading period for the Partnership

Total sales at the John Lewis Partnership in the six weeks to Saturday 2 January were up 4.1% from the same period last year to £1,811.1m Waitrose gross sales (excluding fuel) were £859.8m, up 1.2% compared with last year and down 1.4% on a like-for-like basis John Lewis gross sales were £951.3m, up 6.9% compared…

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The Michaels Companies will participate in the 2016 ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida

IRVING, Texas, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Michaels Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIK) today announced that it will participate in the 2016 ICR Conference, which will be held at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida. Chuck Sonsteby, Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Financial Officer, is currently scheduled to present on Tuesday, January…

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BRC Chief Executive, Helen Dickinson: Prices in Britain’s shops have continued to tumble in December 2015

- Overall shop prices reported deflation of 2.0% in December from the 2.1% decline seen in November. - Food reported annual deflation of 0.3% unchanged from November's rate. - On a 12-month average basis, the Shop Price Index reported deflation of 1.7%. - Non-food deflation decelerated to 3.0% from 3.3% in November. LONDON, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — BRC Chief…

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Austen Jensen and Dave Koenig join Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) lobbying team

Two New Lobbyists To Focus On Tax And Financial Services Issues Arlington , VA, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) announced the addition of two experienced professionals to its lobbying team, Austen Jensen and Dave Koenig. Both officially joined RILA on January 4. "Dave and Austen are well-versed in many of…

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Retail Associations respond to EPA proposals to update waste management regulations

Arlington , VA, 2016-1-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), the National Grocers Association (NGA), and the National Retail Federation (NRF), and their members (collectively, the Retail Associations) submitted comments last week in response to proposals by the…

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. to host Q4 and full year 2015 financial results conference call on February 2, 2016

DENVER, 2016-1-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full year 2015 financial results on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at 5:00 PM Eastern time. A press release with fourth quarter and full year 2015 financial results will be…

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CarMax, Inc. to hire more than 80 employees for its new store in Buford, Georgia

One of FORTUNE Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® is Now Accepting Applications RICHMOND, Virginia, 2016-1-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is currently hiring more than 80 employees for the company’s new store in Buford, Georgia. The store is scheduled to open in February…

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Janna Potts becomes Executive VP Chief Stores Officer Target Corporation

MINNEAPOLIS, 2016-1-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) announced the promotion of Janna Potts to executive vice president, chief stores officer. Potts will be responsible for the leadership of Target’s 1,805 stores across the United States. Potts will replace Tina Tyler and will assume the position effective immediately. She will serve as a…

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Price Chopper store in Guilderland, NY to be converted into Market 32

Unique Layout Will Require Store to be Closed During Construction Schenectady, NY, 2016-1-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Golub Corporation, parent company of Price Chopper, Market Bistro and Market 32, today announced its newest project to convert the Price Chopper store located in the Hamilton Square shopping plaza at the corners of Routes 20 and 155…

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DICK’S Sporting Goods announced its roster of more than 180 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Contenders

The sporting goods retailer is supporting a roster of athletes on their quest to be part of Team USA PITTSBURGH, 2016-1-6 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the official sporting goods retail sponsor of Team USA, announced today its roster of more than 180 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Contenders being supported by the Company…

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InvenTrust divests its student housing platform University House for $1.4 Billion to UHC Acquisition Sub LLC

Positions InvenTrust to Become a Pure-Play Retail REIT Transaction Expected to Close in Mid-2016 OAK BROOK, Ill., 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — InvenTrust Properties Corp. (“InvenTrust” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement (“Purchase Agreement”) with UHC Acquisition Sub LLC, a subsidiary of a joint venture formed between…

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JJX Logistics signs five-year lease with London & Cambridge Properties

LONDON, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — A West Midlands logistics and warehouse company is on the first step of a major expansion plan after more than doubling its space. JJX Logistics is adding the finishing touches to Building 40, The Pensnett Estate, Kingswinford, after agreeing a five-year lease with London & Cambridge Properties (LCP), which…

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The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. invites local groups to sign up for the company’s semi-annual Community Days event

Groups Can Raise Funds by Selling Community Days Booklets Through February 27 MILWAUKEE, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:BONT), which operates Bon-Ton, Boston Store, Bergner's, Carson's, Elder-Beerman, Herberger's and Younkers stores, invites local schools and non-profit groups to sign up for the company's semi-annual Community Days event. Local groups are invited…

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Bonmarché awarded one-star accreditation from Best Companies and shortlisted in the Top 25 Best Companies to Work For List

Bonmarché shortlisted in the Best Companies “Top 25 Best Companies to Work For” Wakefield, England, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bonmarché has been awarded a one-star accreditation from Best Companies, the employee engagement specialists, and simultaneously has been shortlisted in the Top 25 Best Companies to Work For List. The winners of the award will be…

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Staples helps small businesses succeed and grow in the New Year with the launch of Quick Wins app

Small Businesses Want Help Getting Metrics on Track, Not Sure What to Focus on To Ensure Success, according to Staples Survey FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Staples (NASDAQ: SPLS) today announced the launch of its Quick Wins app to help small businesses succeed and grow in the New Year. The Quick Wins app offers…

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Amazon: more than 23 million items were ordered worldwide on Cyber Monday; more than 40 percent increase year-over-year

Sellers received orders for more than 23 million items on Cyber Monday Fulfillment by Amazon delivered more than 1 billion items worldwide in 2015 Sponsored Products adoption grew more than 100 percent in 2015 SEATTLE, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ: AMZN) - Amazon today announced that more than 23 million items were ordered worldwide…

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The NRF Foundation announces the 25 individuals named to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future 2016

WASHINGTON, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — The NRF Foundation today announced the 25 individuals named to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future 2016. The List honorees represent the best and brightest individuals impacting the retail industry today and will be recognized and celebrated at the NRF Foundation Gala on January 17, 2016 in…

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BRC: Helen Dickinson awarded OBE in the New Year’s Honours List for 2016 for services to the retail industry

LONDON, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Helen Dickinson has been awarded an OBE in the New Year's Honours List for 2016 for services to the retail industry. Helen has been Chief Executive of the BRC since January 2013, following a successful career working with retailers at KPMG. At the BRC, Helen is a strong…

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Kimco Realty Corp. announces the appointment of Conor C. Flynn as President and Chief Executive Officer

NEW HYDE PARK, N.Y., 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE:KIM) announced that Conor C. Flynn, President and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the company’s Board of Directors effective January 1, 2016, simultaneous with his elevation to the CEO role. Mr. Flynn succeeds David B. Henry who retired as Vice Chairman…

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DDR Corp closed on $564 million of acquisitions and $1.0 billion of dispositions at 100% ownership in 2015

BEACHWOOD, Ohio, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — DDR Corp. (NYSE: DDR) today announced that it closed on the acquisition of seven prime shopping centers totaling $404 million and the disposition of 12 assets totaling $275 million at 100% ownership during the fourth quarter of 2015. For the full year 2015, the Company closed on…

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DDR Corp. declared its first quarter 2016 common stock dividend of $0.19 per share; a 10% increase from first quarter of 2015

BEACHWOOD, Ohio, 2016-1-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — DDR Corp. (NYSE: DDR) declared its first quarter 2016 common stock dividend of $0.19 per share, which represents an increase of 10% from the first quarter of 2015. The common stock dividend is payable on April 5, 2016 to shareholders of record at the close of business…

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