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Kinnevik and H&M to set up support program to help local social entrepreneurs in Ethiopia

Through their foundations, Reach for Change and H&M Conscious Foundation, Kinnevik and H&M are jointly supporting social entrepreneurs that improve the situation for women and youth in Ethiopia. Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-11-7— /EPR Retail News/ — Through their respective foundations the companies are investing 8.8 million SEK over three years to set up a support program to help…

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JCPenney showcases its Modern Bride® Signature Collection for couples that are hearing wedding bells over jingle bells

Unique JCPenney.com Experience Allows Customers to Design Custom Jewelry PLANO, Texas, 2014-11-5— /EPR Retail News/ — This holiday season, JCPenney [NYSE: JCP] is showcasing its Modern Bride® Signature Collection for couples that are hearing wedding bells over jingle bells. This elevated line of engagement and wedding rings offers more than 20 styles with sophisticated designs that cater…

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H&M Chairman Stefan Persson presented with ”Humanitarian of the Year” award by the United Nations Association of New York

Stefan Persson and H&M contribute to gender equality and the empowerment of women. This is acknowledged by the United Nations Association of New York (UNA-NY) that presents Stefan Persson, Chairman of H&M, the ”Humanitarian of the Year” award. Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-11-4— /EPR Retail News/ — The leadership and dedication of Stefan Persson to gender equality and the…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. to release its third quarter 2014 financial results on November 12

Conference Call and Webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET PLANO, Texas, 2014-10-31— /EPR Retail News/ —  J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) announced today that it will release its third quarter 2014 financial results on Wednesday, November 12 at 4:00 p.m. ET. This will be followed by a live conference call and webcast conducted by Chief Executive Officer…

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Gap Inc. to open Old Navy stores in six Middle Eastern countries with franchisees Fawaz A. Alhokair & Co. and Azadea beginning Spring 2015

Franchise-Operated Stores to Open in Spring 2015 SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) announced today it has signed agreements to open Old Navy stores in six Middle Eastern countries with franchisees Fawaz A. Alhokair & Co. and Azadea beginning Spring 2015. The first markets include U.A.E., Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. International growth is…

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Marks & Spencer installs UK’s largest single roof mounted solar panel array on its East Midlands distribution centre in Castle Donington

LONDON, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced that it is installing the UK’s largest single roof mounted solar panel array on its East Midlands distribution centre in Castle Donington. The project, which is expected to be completedin early 2015, is being worked on in partnership with Amber Infrastructure. The solar PV system…

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Gap launches kate spade new york and Jack Spade for GapKids this 2014 Holiday season

Continuing Gap’s trend of like-minded designer collaborations for GapKids and a first foray for the Kate Spade & Company brands into childrenswear NEW YORK, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap is thrilled to launch kate spade new york and Jack Spade for GapKids, a limited-edition girls’ and boys’ apparel and accessories collection for Holiday 2014. This marks…

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H&M welcomes Filipino shoppers as it opens its first store in the Philippines

MANILA, Philippines, 2014-10-16— /EPR Retail News/ — A different kind of traffic along EDSA greeted locals bright and early on the 17th of October, as thousands queued for the grand opening of H&M’s flagship store in the Philippines. After an exciting VIP shopping party two nights prior, the much anticipated store finally opened its doors…

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H&M awarded an A grade for its climate performance at The CDP Climate Performance Leadership Index 2014

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-10-16— /EPR Retail News/ — H&M is recognized for its actions to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate the business risks of climate change. The company is awarded an A grade for its climate performance at The CDP Climate Performance Leadership Index 2014. According to CDP, H&M earns its position thanks to a superior approach to…

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Gap Inc. to hire more than 63,000 seasonal associates nationwide for the 2014 holiday season

Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Athleta to hold holiday hiring events October 13–18 SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-10-15— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced plans to hire more than 63,000 seasonal associates nationwide at its Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Athleta stores, call centers and distribution centers for the 2014 holiday season. Gap, Banana…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. announces the appointment of Marvin Ellison as President and CEO-Designee effective November 1, 2014

Home Depot U.S. Stores Head to Succeed Myron E. (Mike) Ullman as JCPenney CEO on August 1, 2015 Ullman to Become Executive Chairman of the Board PLANO, Texas, 2014-10-15— /EPR Retail News/ — The Board of Directors of J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today announced the appointment of Marvin Ellison, currently executive vice president of…

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Gap Inc. selects Art Peck, the president of its Growth, Innovation and Digital division to succeed Glenn Murphy as the company’s next CEO

Board names proven company veteran Peck to become CEO in early 2015 as Murphy transitions from the company; Bob Fisher to become Chairman of the Board SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-10-10— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. today announced that Art Peck, the president of its Growth, Innovation and Digital division, has been selected by the Board of Directors to…

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Gap Inc.’s September 2014 net sales up 1 percent compared with last year

SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-10-10— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that September 2014 net sales were up 1 percent compared with last year. Net sales for the five-week period ended October 4, 2014 were $1.48 billion compared with net sales of $1.46 billion for the five-week period ended October 5, 2013. “September proved to be…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. elects B. Craig Owens to its Board of Directors

Accomplished consumer industries executive brings deep financial and operational experience to Board PLANO, Texas, 2014-10-9— /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE:JCP) today announced that B. Craig Owens, a highly accomplished and respected executive in the consumer food and beverage industry, has been elected to its Board of Directors. Mr. Owens recently retired from his…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. presented plans for restoring sustainable profitable growth over the next three years at its 2014 analyst meeting in New York

Company outlines opportunities to achieve $1.2 Billion in EBITDA by 2017 Key initiatives include revitalizing center core, driving increased home store productivity and maximizing omnichannel capabilities Plans include opening additional Sephora inside JCPenney locations and more than 100 new Disney shops PLANO, Texas, 2014-10-9— /EPR Retail News/ — At its 2014 analyst meeting in New York City…

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Tu at Sainsbury’s collaborates with The Royal College of Art to launch four unique collections to coincide with the clothing brand’s 10th Anniversary

LONDON, 2014-10-3— /EPR Retail News/ — In celebration of emerging talent and innovative fashion design, Tu at Sainsbury’s has collaborated with The Royal College of Art (RCA) for the first time to launch four unique collections to coincide with the clothing brand’s 10th Anniversary. Each of the four collections has been exclusively created by a Masters…

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JCPenney invites its customers to “Give Breast Cancer the Boot” this October by rounding up their purchases to the nearest dollar and donating the difference to JCPenney Cares

PLANO, TX, 2014-10-2— /EPR Retail News/ — In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, JCPenney is inviting its customers to “Give Breast Cancer the Boot” this October by rounding up their purchases to the nearest dollar and donating the difference to JCPenney Cares. Customer contributions donated to JCPenney Cares will directly fund programs focused on breast cancer…

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H&M Conscious Foundation and Global Citizens around the world call on World Leaders to end extreme poverty by 2030

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-10-1— /EPR Retail News/ — During the festivities around the third annual Global Citizen Festival H&M Conscious Foundation Ambassador Alek Wek and Global Manager Helena Thybell entered the stage to make a commitment, and to state an example of organizations taking action against extreme poverty. The Foundation committed to giving 250,000 children in the…

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Eddy Anemian collection to be available at selected H&M stores, as well as online, from October 23

H&M Design Award 2014 winner Eddy Anemian has created a highly developed capsule collection, translating his painstaking techniques of cut and construction. To create this special collection, Eddy has worked closely with the H&M design team to capture the elegant mood and precision of his winning designs. The pieces will be available at selected H&M…

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H&M Conscious Foundation donates $100,000 to support Save the Children in helping flood victims in South Asia

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-9-23— /EPR Retail News/ — H&M Conscious Foundation has donated 100,000 USD to support the organization Save the Children in their work to help the victims of the devastating flooding in South Asia. The funding will be directed towards emergency relief kits, solar lamps, hygiene kits etc. Food packages and safe drinking water will also…

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Neiman Marcus Group to acquire the global online luxury business mytheresa.com from Christoph and Susanne Botschen and Acton Capital Partners

Dallas, TX, 2014-9-17— /EPR Retail News/ — Neiman Marcus Group LTD LLC announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire the mytheresa.com global online luxury business from Christoph and Susanne Botschen and Acton Capital Partners. In addition, NMG will also be acquiring the THERESA flagship luxury fashion store in Munich from the Botschen family. The…

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H&M introduces Conscious Denim collection in October 2

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-9-17— /EPR Retail News/ — On October 2, H&M introduces Conscious Denim, a collection with clean styling and contemporary fits, that not only uses more sustainable materials, but also more conscious processes. In a first for H&M, the washes used on its denim have been graded to assess their environmental impact, including energy and…

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H&M and the ILO new partnership aims to further strengthen the sustainability work in H&M’s supply chain

The new partnership will address industrial relations, wages, capacity building for social partners and skills development. Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-9-17— /EPR Retail News/ — The cooperation between H&M and the ILO dates back to 2001, when H&M joined the ILO Better Factories programme in Cambodia. The new strategic partnership will promote a wide range of activities with the…

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Neiman Marcus Group LTD LLC to announce its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2014 financial results on September 17, 2014

DALLAS, 2014-9-15— /EPR Retail News/ — Neiman Marcus Group LTD LLC will announce its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2014 financial results on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 with an investor conference call to be held at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (9:00 a.m. Central Time). The audio webcast may be accessed on the Neiman Marcus Group LTD LLC website…

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The H&M Group reports 19 percent sales increase in August 2014 compared to the same month last year

Sales development in August and the third quarter 2014 Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-9-15— /EPR Retail News/ — The H&M Group’s sales including VAT increased by 19 percent in local currencies in August 2014 compared to the same month last year. In the third quarter of 2014, i.e. during the period 1 June to 31 August, sales including VAT increased…

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Carrefour France launches new range of comfortable and fashionable uniforms for its in-store staff

PARIS, 2014-9-12— /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour France is launching a range of new comfortable and fashionable uniforms for its in-store staff. To fit out those of its employees who work in food-related jobs, it has entered into a significant partnership with Brittany-based company Armor-Lux. Carrefour attaches a great deal of importance to the comfort and…

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H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB to present the nine-month results for 2014 at press conference on 25 September

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB presents the nine-month results for 2014 at a press conference on Thursday 25 September at 9.30 CET. There will also be a telephone conference in English at 14.00 CET the same day. The nine-month results for the period 1 December 2013…

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Gap Inc. reports $1.23 billion net sales for each of the four-week periods ended August 30, 2014 and August 31, 2013

SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that August net sales were flat compared with last year. Net sales were $1.23 billion for each of the four-week periods ended August 30, 2014 and August 31, 2013. "We’re encouraged by the positive momentum at Old Navy, while focused on the necessary steps…

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Neiman Marcus Group to open flagship Neiman Marcus store on Manhattan’s flourishing west side at Hudson Yard

Luxury Retailer’s Multi-level Location Will be First New York City Store Neiman Marcus Group Also Undertakes a Comprehensive Modernization of Bergdorf Goodman Dallas, TX, 2014-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Neiman Marcus Group announced today plans to open a flagship Neiman Marcus store on Manhattan’s flourishing west side at Hudson Yards. The 250,000 square foot, multi-level store…

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H&M participates in World Water Week in Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden, 2014-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ —  World Water Week is one of the world´s most influential water conventions. This week it’s taking place in Stockholm. Energy and Water is this year’s theme and the leading minds in water will discuss how to develop and manage energy and water for the good of society and ecosystems.…

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