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The H&M Group’s sales including VAT increased by 14% in local currencies in January 2015 compared to the same month the previous year

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, 2015-2-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The H&M Group’s sales including VAT increased by 14 percent in local currencies in January 2015 compared to the same month the previous year. The total number of stores amounted to 3,541 on 31 January 2015 versus 3,184 on 31 January 2014. Percentage sales development for the month of…

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JCPenney launches a special line of products to celebrate the release of Disney’s “Cinderella”

New Disney Collection Merchandise Available at Disney Shop Inside JCPenney PLANO, TX, 2015-2-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — JCPenney today announced that it has introduced a special line of products to celebrate the release of Disney’s “Cinderella,” a live-action feature film inspired by the classic fairy tale. The retailer will also support the collaboration with a fully…

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Gap Inc.’s net sales increased 3 percent to $4.71 billion in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2014

Grows Fourth Quarter Net Sales 5 Percent on a Constant Currency Basis; Increases Full-Year Earnings per Share Guidance Range to $2.86 to $2.87 SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-2-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that net sales for the four-week period ended January 31, 2015 were $888 million compared with net sales of $899 million…

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Gap to debut an innovative “Micro-Series” developed specifically for Instagram

Directed by The Daniels, starring Marcel the Shell creator Jenny Slate and actor Paul Dano NEW YORK, 2015-2-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap, the iconic American clothing brand, will debut an innovative "Micro-Series" developed specifically for Instagram. The series consists of 12 short films, each only 15 seconds long, that tell a surprising love story between…

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Gok for Tu Spring 2015 Collection at Sainsbury’s

LONDON, 2015-2-3 — /EPR Retail News/ — Simplicity rules in Gok Wan’s new monochrome statement collection for Tu at Sainsbury’s, as fashion’s most timeless colour combination receives a fresh and modern makeover for Spring 2015. For more information and stockist details please visit Gok for Tu The range takes inspiration from modernist architecture with a strong…

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Gap: Athleta partners with with Derek Lam 10 Crosby to launch a lifestyle collection that transcends the gym for all day style

Collection to launch Fall 2015 PETALUMA, CA, 2015-2-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — Athleta is pleased to announce its first ever designer collaboration in partnership with Derek Lam 10 Crosby to launch a lifestyle collection that transcends the gym for all day style. With the rise of the athleisure trend and growth of the women’s active wear category,…

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Gap appointed Scott Key as senior vice president and general manager of Customer Experience

NEW YORK, 2015-1-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap brand today announced leadership changes designed to intensify the brand’s customer focus, while meeting the global fashion and retailing needs of the business. As part of its plans to create a consistent, customer-centric experience across all channels globally, the brand has appointed Gap Inc. veteran Scott Key as senior…

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Gap Inc. to close its Piperlime brand, including the online platform and single store in New York

Decision allows company to remain focused on its top priorities SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-1-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced the decision to close its Piperlime brand, including the online platform and single store in New York, by the end of the first quarter of fiscal year 2015. The company is committed to executing against…

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Argos to launch an exclusive UK fashion range with Cherokee

Milton Keynes, UK, 2015-1-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Leading digital retailer Argos has announced that it will be launching an exclusive UK fashion range with Cherokee, offering a range of clothing, accessories and footwear for the Autumn / Winter 2015 season. Customers will be able to choose from a range of high quality, stylish and affordable…

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Gap Inc. launches new yearlong management-training program for high-potential sales associates

SAN FRANCISCO,  2015-1-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced the launch of a new yearlong management-training program for high-potential sales associates to develop the skills necessary for success as a store manager while still earning a paycheck. President Obama today highlighted Gap Inc.’s enhanced career advancement initiative in a fact sheet, as…

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Gap Inc. reports net sales up 4 percent and comparable sales positive 3 percent for the holiday shopping season

SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that net sales were up 4 percent and comparable sales were positive 3 percent for the November and December 2014 holiday shopping season, compared with last year. “During November and December, we were pleased to achieve a positive 3 comp, led by Old Navy…

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FINAL November and December J. C. Penney Holiday sales update

Same store sales for the combined November/December period up 3.7 percent; Company narrows fourth quarter sales guidance to upper end of range PLANO, Texas,  2015-1-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today provided a preliminary update on the Company’s performance for the combined nine-week November and December period. The Company reported comparable…

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John Lewis Christmas barometer: Record fashion and home sales weeks

This week's big story: Record fashion and home sales weeks LONDON, 2014-12-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Both our Fashion and Home directorates had record sales weeks and this was reflected in their year-on-year increases of +2.5% and +0.6% respectively.The Fashion directorate's record sales week reflected the last minute gifting trend with premium beauty +5% year-on-year…

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Banana Republic to give additional perks for last-minute shoppers during its The Procrastinators Event on December 17 – 22

The Procrastinators Event offers shoppers free taxi rides, free shipping, extra helping hands, same-day delivery and more San Francisco, 2014-12-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Just in time for the final holiday shopping rush, Banana Republic is announcing The Procrastinators Event for those who’ve been putting off their holiday shopping until now. From December 17 – 22, the…

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H&M Group reports 10% increase of its sales including VAT in local currencies in November 2014 vs same month last year

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2014-12-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The H&M Group’s sales including VAT increased by 10 percent in local currencies in November 2014 compared to the same month last year. In the fourth quarter of 2014, i.e. during the period 1 September to 30 November, sales including VAT increased by 11 percent in local currencies. Sales…

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H&M announces that Olivia Wilde will be the face of H&M’s latest Conscious Exclusive campaign

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2014-12-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — H&M is proud to announce that Olivia Wilde, actress and humanitarian, will be the face of H&M’s latest Conscious Exclusive campaign. Olivia, well known for her commitment to sustainability and her engagement for environmental causes will appear in the campaign wearing pieces from the collection. Conscious Exclusive…

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H&M in cooperation with ILO and Swedish Development Agency open first ever Centre of Excellence for the Bangladesh Apparel Industries in Dhaka, Bangladesh

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2014-12-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — In November 2013, H&M introduced a roadmap based on our vision that a fair living wage covering workers and their families basic needs should be paid by all our commercial goods suppliers. As part of the roadmap H&M will support textile workers at our supplier factories to…

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Gap Inc. reported that November 2014 net sales increased 6 percent compared with last year

SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-12-5 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that November 2014 net sales increased 6 percent compared with last year. Net sales for the four-week period ended November 29, 2014 were $1.72 billion compared with net sales of $1.63 billion for the four-week period ended November 30, 2013. “Old Navy delivered standout…

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TAU Investment Management and Gap Inc. announce partnership to promote best-in-class innovations and support the development of more sustainable garment factories across Southeast Asia

Global, Iconic American Company to Become TAU’s First Anchor Brand New York/San Francisco, 2014-12-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today TAU Investment Management and Gap Inc. announced a partnership to promote best-in-class innovations and support the development of more sustainable, efficient and improved garment factories and mills across Southeast Asia. The launch of this corporate partnership highlights Gap Inc.’s…

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H&M announces the finalists chosen from the world’s leading design schools for the H&M Design Award 2015

H&M is pleased to announce the finalists for the H&M Design Award 2015. The eight graduates, chosen from the world’s leading design schools, have been selected as some of the most promising talents of their generation. Now in its fourth year, the H&M Design Award underlines H&M’s strong commitment to encourage future talents who will…

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Gap gives away all-expense paid dream escape to New York, Las Vegas, Miami, Chicago or Disney World this Black Friday

100 lucky shoppers to win a dream vacation NEW YORK, 2014-11-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — This Black Friday, Gap, the iconic American clothing brand, is giving shoppers the chance to win an all-expense paid dream escape to the country’s most stylish and iconic locations – New York, Las Vegas, Miami, Chicago or Disney World.  The ”Gap…

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Gap opens its own dedicated online shop within Zalando

New ecommerce channel will help reach new audiences and support Gap’s global growth strategy New York/Berlin, 2014-11-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap brand and Zalando, Europe’s largest online fashion web site, have today announced a partnership that will see Gap open its own dedicated online shop within Zalando. The American retailer will offer a broad assortment…

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Gap Inc. announces the promotion of two successful current executives to become global brand presidents for Gap and Banana Republic

Global brand presidents named: Andi Owen to lead Banana Republic and Jeff Kirwan to take over Gap SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-11-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — With an eye towards 2015, Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced the promotion of two successful current executives, with 35 years of combined company experience between them, to become global brand presidents for…

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Marks and Spencer Group plc announces the appointment of Helen Weir CBE to its Board as Chief Finance Officer

LONDON, 2014-11-17— /EPR Retail News/ — Marks and Spencer Group plc (M&S) announces the appointment of Helen Weir CBE to its Board as Chief Finance Officer. She will take up her appointment on a date to be confirmed. Helen is currently Chief Financial Officer at the John Lewis Partnership. She joined John Lewis in 2012 from…

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The H&M Group reports 14% increase in sales including VAT in local currencies in October 2014 compared to the same month last year

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-11-17— /EPR Retail News/ — The H&M Group’s sales including VAT increased by 14 percent in local currencies in October 2014 compared to the same month last year. The total number of stores amounted to 3,437 on 31 October 2014 versus 3,081 on 31 October 2013. Percentage sales development for the month of November and total…

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JCPenney showcases extraordinary selection of gifts that deliver great style for the entire family at unbeatable value

Company Helps Customers "Jingle More Bells" Through Amazing Holiday Gifts, Random Acts of Giving and Support of Military Families Stores Welcome Black Friday Shoppers at 5 p.m. Thanksgiving Day with Free Disney Snow Globes and Coupoun Giveaway up to $100 Off Purchases PLANO, TX, 2014-11-14— /EPR Retail News/ — This holiday season, JCPenney is proving that there’s…

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Gap Inc. announces quarterly dividend of $0.22 per share

SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-11-13— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced that its Board of Directors authorized a quarterly dividend of $0.22 per share payable on or after January 28, 2015 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 7, 2015. About Gap Inc. Gap Inc. is a leading global retailer offering clothing, accessories,…

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Old Navy brings back its “Overnight Millionaire” giveaway this Black Friday

Entire Store 50% Off When Doors Open at 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving until close on Black Friday 1,000 shoppers treated to a $200 shopping spree over Black Friday weekend SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-11-13— /EPR Retail News/ — This Black Friday, Old Navy will give one lucky shopper the chance to go to bed a dreamer and wake up…

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H&M brings fashion and technology into its new tennis collection in collaboration with Tomas Berdych

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-11-7— /EPR Retail News/ — Technology and a competitive edge are the themes of H&M’s new tennis collection, made in collaboration with Tomas Berdych, who will wear pieces from the range at the London Masters 2014. The collection, available in selected stores as well as online from November 5, draws inspiration from Samurai Culture and…

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Alexander Wang, H&M’s Margareta van den Bosch joined by celebrities celebrated the launch of the Alexander Wang x H&M collection in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, 2014-11-7— /EPR Retail News/ — Last night, Alexander Wang and Margareta van den Bosch of H&M were joined by celebrities including Fan Bing Bing, Chris Lee, 2NE1 and Sunny Wang to celebrate the launch of the Alexander Wang x H&M collection. LAN Wave, a raw, industrial space located along the Huangpu River was set-up…

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