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Carrefour to attend the Paris International Agricultural Show from 22 February to 2 March in Paris

PARIS, 2014-2-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour will be taking part in the Paris International Agricultural Show from 22 February to 2 March in Paris. An opportunity for Carrefour to showcase its "Origin and Quality" product lines, as well as its Reflets de France and Carrefour Bio products. Over the 9 days of the show, nearly 60…

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BJ’s Wholesale Club selected PromoWorks for its demo and events program and staff

Westborough, MA, 2014-2-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, BJ’s Wholesale Club announced an initiative to further enrich its Members’ shopping experiences through its demo program, which includes the selection of PromoWorks – a leading demo and sampling events company in North America.  PromoWorks, a division of CROSSMARK, will now manage, enhance and ultimately expand the company’s…

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Belk to invest $12.6M in expansion and renovation of its store at CoolSprings Galleria

Belk to invest $12.6 million for total renovation of two-level main store and opening of new 50,000 square foot men’s and kids store on first level of former Sears building Improvements to include exciting new shopping décor and expanded offerings of premium brands of apparel, shoes, accessories and home merchandise CHARLOTTE, N.C., 2014-2-21 — /EPR Retail…

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Russia’s largest retailer Magnit opened its 162nd hypermarket

Krasnodar, Russia, 2014-2-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — OJSC “Magnit”, Russia’s largest retailer (the “Company”; MICEX and LSE: MGNT), is pleased to announce the opening of the 162nd hypermarket of a small format. Please be informed that today the Company has opened its 162nd hypermarket of a small format located at Lenina prospect (“Boom” shopping center), Magnitogorsk, Chelyabinsk region, Urals…

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NRF’s Senior VP David French comments on the Administration Leadership On Patent Trolls

WASHINGTON, DC, 2014-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation issued the following statement today from Senior Vice President David French before his meetings at the White House, where the administration will announce a series of steps aimed at protecting business owners and innovators from patent trolls: “The National Retail Federation credits the administration’s attention to strengthening the United States patent system…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. to release its fourth quarter and full year 2013 financial results on Wednesday, February 26

PLANO, TX, 2014-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) announced today that it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2013 financial results on Wednesday, February 26 at 4:00 p.m. ET, followed by a live conference call and webcast conducted by Chief Executive Officer Mike Ullman and Chief Financial Officer…

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Dana Langley Birdsong joined National Association of Convenience Stores as political relations director

ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2014-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dana Langley Birdsong has joined NACS as its political relations director.Birdsong comes to NACS after several years of running her own consulting business working with former members of Congress, federal candidates and nonprofits on fund-raising and grassroots initiatives. Prior to consulting she was director for advocacy, grassroots & political…

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Philippines: SM Prime Holdings to give warm welcome for winter Olympian and skating rink talent Michael Martinez

Pasay City, Philippines, 2014-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Prime Holdings Inc., the property conglomerate of the SM Group of Companies, is all set to give a warm welcome for winter Olympian and homegrown skating rink talent Michael Martinez as he comes home on February 23, 2014 from a sensational performance at the Sochi Winter Olympics…

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The John Lewis Partnership: David Anderson to step down from the Board and Chair of the Partnership’s Audit and Risk Committee

LONDON, 2014-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — The John Lewis Partnership announces that David Anderson has decided to step down from the Board and Chair of the Partnership's Audit and Risk Committee for health reasons. David Anderson joined the John Lewis Partnership Board in February 2011 and became Chair of its Audit and Risk Committee in August…

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Wal-Mart Stores Inc. announced it is significantly accelerating its capital plan for U.S. small store format openings for the current fiscal year

BENTONVILLE, Ark., 2014-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Behind a real estate strategy focused on providing the broadest selection of products and convenient access through a digitally connected, multi-format portfolio, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE: WMT) today announced it is significantly accelerating its capital plan for U.S. small store format openings for the current fiscal year. The company is…

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Intershop Communications AG announced its licensing revenues up 20% in financial year 2013

Licensing revenues grew by 105% in fourth quarter and by 20% during full financial year Total net revenues up 3% to EUR 53.6 million High investments in marketing and sales reflected in EBIT of EUR -3.2 million Jena, Germany, 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Intershop Communications AG (ISIN: DE000A0EPUH1), the leading independent provider of innovative omni-channel…

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RILA to partner with National Cyber-Forensics and Training Alliance (NCFTA) to enhance cybersecurity information sharing

RILA Announces Partnership With The National Cyber-Forensics And Training Alliance Arlington, VA, 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) today announced a partnership with the National Cyber-Forensics and Training Alliance (NCFTA) to enhance cybersecurity information sharing and expand retailers’ proactive and vigilant approach to cyber threats to protect consumers against criminals. Partnering with…

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NRF’s Tax Returns Survey: more Americans opt to stash their cash away for a rainy day

WASHINGTON, DC, 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Having a plethora of options for how to use their tax refunds, more Americans this year are opting to stash their cash away for a rainy day.  According to NRF’s Tax Returns Survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, 46 percent of those expecting a refund this year will…

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SRC-KPMG: Scottish retail sales up by 4.3% in January 2014

LONDON, 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — In January 2014 total Scottish sales increased by 4.3% compared with January 2013, when they had increased by 2.1%. Like-for-like sales increased by 2.5% on last January, when they had increased by 1.1%. Taking account of shop price deflation at 1.0%, January total sales were up 5.4% in real terms. Total…

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Tengelmann Group establishes Tengelmann Social Ventures GmbH to invest in social entrepreneurs and businesses

Involvement in Kiddify via new Social Venture unit Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany, 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of its e-commerce strategy, the Tengelmann Group is further expanding its commitment in this field by founding Tengelmann Social Ventures GmbH (TSV). As a sister company of Tengelmann Ventures GmbH and a 100% subsidiary of the Tengelmann…

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Russia’s largest retailer Magnit to hold BOD Meeting on February 25, 2014

Krasnodar, Russia, 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — OJSC “Magnit”, Russia’s largest retailer (the “Company”, the “Issuer”, MICEX and LSE: MGNT), is pleased to announce the holding of the Board of Directors meeting. On February 19, 2014 the Chairman of the Board of Directors made the decision to hold the BOD meeting on February 25, 2014 with the following…

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Global multimedia retailer QVC to set up shop in LA to capture the magic of awards season with three-hour live broadcast

QVC's Red Carpet Broadcast to Feature Elegant Fashion and Glamorous Beauty Live Broadcast from L.A. to Spotlight Star-Studded Soiree WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Celebrating red carpet style for the fifth consecutive year, global multimedia retailer QVC will once again set up shop in Los Angeles to capture the magic of awards season with an…

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ICSC / Goldman Sachs Weekly Chain Store Sales Index: retailers enjoyed strong weekly sales results thanks to Valentine’s Day

NEW YORK, 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Love was in the air this past week as Valentine’s Day provided a much needed sales incentive for consumers. Given this, retailers enjoyed strong weekly sales results as sales rose by a solid 2.5% for the week ending February 15, 2014, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers…

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Australia: Wesfarmers Managing Director Richard Goyder announced senior management changes within the Group

Perth, Australia, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wesfarmers Managing Director Richard Goyder today announced senior management changes within the Group. Mr Goyder said Coles Managing Director, Ian McLeod, would move to a senior role within the wider Wesfarmers Group, with John Durkan, Coles Chief Operating Officer, replacing him as Coles Managing Director. The changes will be effective…

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The British Retail Consortium published ground breaking ideas for the complete reform of the UK business rates system

LONDON, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — The British Retail Consortium has today published  The Road to Reform, a range of ground breaking ideas for the complete reform of the UK business rates system. These innovative options could ensure that customers continue to benefit from competition, provide positive incentives for retailers to invest in property, support the regeneration…

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McKesson assumes responsibility for sourcing and distribution of generic pharmaceuticals for Rite Aid in new five-year agreement

New relationship to drive greater supply chain efficiencies for both companies; ensures highest levels of service for Rite Aid stores and customers McKesson to assume responsibility for the sourcing and distribution of generic pharmaceuticals for Rite Aid as part of McKesson's One Stop proprietary generics program Expanded distribution relationship to provide Rite Aid with daily…

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NGA SupermarketGuru Consumer Survey: shoppers want professional support for healthier eating habits in supermarkets

The Annual National Grocers Association-SupermarketGuru Consumer Survey Reveals Shoppers Want Support to Eat Healthier Including Professionals on the Selling Floor to Guide Food-Buying Decisions.  LAS VEGAS, NV, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shoppers are spending more than half of their fresh-food dollars in supermarkets and want professionals on the shopping floor to support healthier eating habits and…

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National Grocers Association announced over 3,100 grocery retailers and wholesalers attended its 2014 Show in Las Vegas’ Mirage Hotel

LAS VEGAS, NV, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — With record attendance and a larger expo floor, which featured six partner pavilions, the National Grocers Association (NGA) concluded its 2014 Show today. Over 3,100 independent grocery retailers and wholesalers, and other Show participants attended this year's conference, while close to 400 industry partners displayed their latest products…

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ICSC: Olympics bring retail revival to Sochi, Russia

Sochi, Russia, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Snow machines, skating rinks, ski jumps, high-speed trains and even a small army of security guards — Russia spared no expense staging the Winter Olympics in Sochi. By some estimates, the government plowed some $50 billion into the event, four times what China spent on its Summer Olympic Games. Nor…

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Hy-Vee, Inc. to acquire Omaha based Amber Pharmacy

WEST DES MOINES, IA, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hy-Vee, Inc. announced today that it has entered into an agreement to purchase Amber Pharmacy, a specialty pharmacy solutions provider based in Omaha, Neb. Hy-Vee and Amber Pharmacy have been partners in Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions since 2010. This acquisition allows Hy-Vee to expand its current specialty pharmacy…

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Austria’s retailer Leder & Schuh AG won the Retail Technology Award Europe 2014 with Wincor Nixdorf as IT solution partner

Retail Technology Award Europe 2014 Paderborn, Germany, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shoes and customers' feet are now measured electronically to ensure a perfect fit, an exceptional shoe-buying experience and, last but not least, a reduction in returns to online shops. Austria's retailer Leder & Schuh AG took the coveted Retail Technology Award Europe 2014 for…

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Ahold repurchased 4,286,262 Ahold common shares for €55.57 million between February 10 and 14, 2014

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-2-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold has repurchased 4,286,262 Ahold common shares in the period from February 10, 2014 up to and including February 14, 2014. The shares were repurchased at an average price of € 12.9651 per share for a total consideration of € 55.57 million. These repurchases were made as part of…

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Delhaize Group updates its policy on Responsible Palm Oil Sourcing

Delhaize Group commits to sourcing traceable, deforestation-free palm oil BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2014-2-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Delhaize Group today announces an updated policy on Responsible Palm Oil Sourcing that outlines our commitment to source only traceable, No-Deforestation palm oil. Building upon the work we began in 2012 to increase the transparency in the sourcing of…

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BRC Global Standards announce two new members of the BRC team in the Americas

LONDON, 2014-2-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — BRC Global Standards are pleased to announce two new members of the BRC team in the Americas. Luis Arturo Saucedo based in Mexico and Miguel Gortari based in Uruguay, both long term supporters of the BRC Global Standards program, will act as a local contact points and provide local technical expertise for businesses…

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Philippines: SM Investments Corporation (SM) announced the issuance of up to P15 Billion Fixed Rate Peso Retail Bonds

Manila, Philippines, 2014-2-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Investments Corporation (SM) announced today that its Board of Directors approved the issuance of Fixed Rate Peso Retail Bonds worth Php10 Billion with an option for oversubscription for another Php5 Billion. The bonds will be offered in one or two tranches with tenors of 7 and/or 10 years. SM…

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