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Lowe’s Canada to support the entire independent retailer network and to further leverage the Ace dealer support program

Investing resources to support and grow the Canadian home improvement network and further leverage the Ace brand Ace dealers poised to receive more attractive product pricing, marketing support, a dedicated website with a platform for online sales and broader offering Boucherville, QC , 2017-Mar-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe's Canada today (February 16,…

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Lowe’s introduces Holoroom How To, an on-demand virtual reality skills clinic

Lowe’s introduces Holoroom How To, an on-demand virtual reality skills clinic   MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2017-Mar-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (March 7, 2017), Lowe’s introduces Holoroom How To, an on-demand virtual reality skills clinic and the latest iteration of Lowe’s Innovation Labs’ Holoroom experience, their immersive design and visualization tool. Debuting at select store locations in Boston…

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hhgregg files for voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code

Strategic decisions allow the Company to move forward as a stronger, debt free and customer-focused business INDIANAPOLIS, 2017-Mar-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — hhgregg, Inc. ("hhgregg" or the "Company") today (March 6, 2017) announced that the Company has taken action to restructure its balance sheet and better position itself for future success by filing voluntary petitions for…

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Lowe’s Achieves Strong Fourth Quarter Results

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2017-Mar-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) today (March 1, 2017) reported net earnings of $663 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.74 for the quarter ended February 3, 2017 compared to net earnings of $11 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.01 in the fourth quarter…

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JCPenney announces the election of Debora Plunkett to its board of directors

Colleen Barrett to Retire from the Board in May PLANO, Texas, 2017-Mar-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE:JCP) today (March 2, 2017) announced the election of Debora Plunkett, former senior advisor to the director of the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA), to its board of directors. Possessing extensive experience in cybersecurity, information assurance…

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IKEA US to install more electric vehicle (EV) charging stations bringing the total to 32 locations by early Spring

Conshohocken, PA, 2017-Mar-06 — /EPR Retail News/ —  IKEA US is in the process of installing more electric vehicle (EV) charging stations bringing the total to 32 IKEA locations by early Spring. The Three Blink® electric vehicle (EV) charging stations* reflect the IKEA goal to be carbon free, as EVs have zero tailpipe emissions. "Installing EV…

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IKEA ranked No. 11 on EPA’s National Top 100 list of the largest green power users; fourth on the Top 30 Retail list

Conshohocken, PA, 2017-Feb-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (February 27, 2017), IKEA announced that it appears as No. 11 on the national U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) National Top 100 list of the largest green power users from the Green Power Partnership. In addition to IKEA's spot on the National Top 100 list, IKEA…

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JCPenney achieves $1 Billion in EBITDA for Full Year 2016; a $477 Million Improvement

Operating Income Grew $292 Million in Fourth Quarter and $484 Million for Full Year PLANO, Texas, 2017-Feb-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today (Feb. 24, 2017) announced financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended Jan. 28, 2017. Comparable store sales were (0.7) % for the…

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JCPenney to close two distribution facilities and approximately 130 – 140 stores to optimize its retail operations

PLANO, Texas, 2017-Feb-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today (Feb. 24, 2017) announced it is implementing a plan to optimize its national retail operations as part of the Company’s successful return to profitability. Under the plan, the Company expects to close two distribution facilities and approximately 130 - 140 stores…

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The Home Depot® in-store takeback program recycled more than one million pounds of rechargeable batteries in 2016

ATLANTA, 2017-Feb-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Home Depot® today (February 23, 2017) announced that it recycled more than one million pounds of rechargeable batteries in 2016 through its in-store takeback program, in partnership with Call2Recycle®. The Home Depot is Call2Recycle’s first North American retail partner to achieve this milestone in a single year. Call2Recycle is…

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Stein Mart to open five new stores this spring

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2017-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stein Mart (NASDAQ:SMRT) (the “Company”) today ( Feb. 16, 2017) announced the  locations of its five new stores opening this spring - the first phase of its 2017 store plan to open a total of 11 new stores. “These new stores fall within our real estate strategy to grow…

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Lowe’s hiring 1,700 full-time employees to fill new customer support and central production office positions

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2017-Feb-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Each week, Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) serves more than 17 million customers in stores, online, on the phone, in customers’ homes and on the jobsite. To continue helping customers wherever – and whenever – they need support, the company is hiring 1,700 full-time employees between now and…

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hhgregg, Inc. engages Stifel Nicolaus and Miller Buckfire as financial advisor and investment banker

INDIANAPOLIS, 2017-Feb-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — hhgregg, Inc. (NYSE: HGG) ("hhgregg" or the "Company") today (February 15, 2017) announced that it has engaged Stifel, Nicolaus & Co., Inc. and Miller Buckfire & Co., LLC, each subsidiaries of Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) to pursue a range of potential strategic and financial transactions that will…

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City Council of Norfolk approves IKEA’s proposal for its Hampton Roads store

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA, 2017-Feb-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, expressed its appreciation to the City Council of Norfolk, Virginia for its unanimous approval this afternoon of plans for the Swedish company’s Hampton Roads store that would increase the IKEA presence in the southeastern U.S. as its second store in…

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Argos reports 127% sales increase for Philips Hue

Milton Keynes, UK, 2017-Feb-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — RBS Six Nations kicks off this Saturday and Argos today (02/02/2017) reports a staggering 127 per cent increase in sales across its Philips hue lighting range last week as sports fans get set for a more immersive rugby experience at home. Philips Hue adds a heightened layer to the…

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Argos unveils latest Spring/Summer 2017 collection

Milton Keynes, UK, 2017-Feb-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Purity This collection is inspired by both Japanese and Scandinavian design principles which embody simple, subtle and calm living. Functional and adaptable design, organic materials and intricate detailing are all qualities that have been captured within this trend. Tactile finishes and natural textures create a de-cluttered, tranquil space…

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J. C. Penney Company, Inc. extends its stockholder rights plan for an additional three years

PLANO, Texas, 2017-Jan-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) (the “Company”) today (Jan. 23, 2017) announced that it has extended its existing stockholder rights plan for an additional three years to continue protecting the Company’s valuable net operating loss carryforwards (“NOLs”). As of the end of fiscal 2015, the Company had approximately…

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Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. opens a unique shopping venue in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York

Brooklyn Shopping Venue Features Shopping, Dining, Live Events and More UNION, N.J., 2017-Jan-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY) today ( Jan. 10, 2017) announced the grand opening of a unique shopping venue in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Located at 850 3rd Avenue, "BEYOND at Liberty View"…

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hhgregg announces preliminary net sales results for the third fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2016

INDIANAPOLIS, 2017-Jan-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — hhgregg, Inc. ("hhgregg" or the "Company") (NYSE:HGG) today (January 9, 2017) announced preliminary net sales results for the third fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2016. The Company also announced information on certain non-cash charges and details of its third fiscal quarter earnings conference call. All figures in this release…

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IKEA to open its relocated Los Angeles-area Burbank store on February 8, 2017

BURBANK, CA, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today (01/10/2017) announced its relocated Los Angeles-area store within Burbank will open to customers at 9:00 a.m. PST on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. Customers can begin lining-up at the store three hours in advance, at 6:00 a.m., to partake in…

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hhgregg announces the appointment of Aaron Trahan as Chief Merchandising Officer

INDIANAPOLIS, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — hhgregg (NYSE:HGG) today (January 3, 2017) announced that Aaron Trahan has been appointed Chief Merchandising Officer. Mr. Trahan has over 14 years of retail merchandising experience, including 10 years in a merchandising leadership role. Prior to joining hhgregg, Mr. Trahan served as Vice President of Merchandising at Conn's Home…

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JCPenney completes sale of its Home Office campus in Plano, Texas to Dreien Opportunity Partners, LLC for $353 million

JCPenney completes sale of its Home Office campus in Plano, Texas to Dreien Opportunity Partners, LLC for $353 million   PLANO, Texas, 2017-Jan-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) announced today (January 3, 2017) that it has completed the sale of its Home Office building and surrounding 45 acres of land…

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Overstock.com to open new Customer Care call center in Grays Harbor County, Washington

Grays Harbor location will bring at least 150 jobs SALT LAKE CITY, 2016-Dec-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:OSTK) has finalized plans to open a new Customer Care call center in Grays Harbor County, Washington, bringing at least 150 jobs to the region by May of 2017. The lease, which was approved Wednesday in a…

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The TJX Companies, Inc. declares quarterly dividend of $.26 per share on its common stock

The TJX Companies, Inc. Announces Quarterly Common Stock Dividend FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE:TJX) today (Nov. 30, 2016) announced the declaration of a quarterly dividend on its common stock of $.26 per share payable March 2, 2017, to shareholders of record on February 9, 2017. About The TJX Companies,…

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Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. announces the acquisition of PersonalizationMall.com

Expands Bed Bath & Beyond's Existing Assortment in Growing Product Personalization Category; Furthers Mission to Provide Differentiated Products, Services and Solutions to Customers Supports PersonalizationMall.com's Ongoing Efforts to Continually Improve Customer Experience Through Enhancements to Product Mix, Upgrades to E-Commerce Website, and Optimization of Marketing Initiatives Leverages PersonalizationMall.com's Fully-Integrated, Proprietary Technology Platform to…

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hhgregg announces “Make it a Doorbuster” deal on November 23 until November 26

"Make it a Doorbuster" deal allows customers to take an additional 15 percent off starting on Wednesday INDIANAPOLIS, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — hhgregg (NYSE:HGG), a leading appliances, electronics and furniture retailer, today ( Nov. 21, 2016) announced its strongest Thanksgiving week offer ever, allowing customers to take an additional 15 percent off hhgregg's already low…

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hhgregg gives its employees the time and the Thanksgiving turkey to enjoy with family and friends

Retailer shows appreciation by providing more than 5,000 turkeys INDIANAPOLIS, 2016-Nov-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — hhgregg (NYSE:HGG), a leading appliances, electronics and furniture retailer, announced in October that they would be closed on Thanksgiving Day to give their employees and customers time to enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Yesterday, hhgregg, in partnership with Butterball…

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Appliances, Electronics and Furniture Retailer hhgregg Announces Black Friday Doorbusters

Indianapolis, IN, 2016-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — hhgregg (NYSE: HGG), a leading appliances, electronics and furniture retailer, announced their Black Friday doorbuster deals today, giving shoppers the opportunity to find great savings on the most trusted brands beginning online on Thanksgiving , followed by in store starting at 7 a.m. on Black Friday. "While spending…

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Lego­-like innovative, ecofriendly, extralarge cardboard blocks for children launch on Kickstarter

ITALY, 2016-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Edo is thrilled to announce the launch of Kickstarter campaign for their innovative, ecofriendly, extralarge cardboard blocks. The blocks can be used by kids to bring ideas to life. Whether kids want to build a fort or a car, Edo blocks make it easy for them to build lifesized creations. The…

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IKEA to host its annual Swedish Crayfish Party on Friday, September 16

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., 2016-Aug-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — As summer comes to an end, IKEA will host its annual Swedish Crayfish Party – an all-you-can-eat crayfish buffet – on Friday, September 16 at participating stores nationwide**. The Crayfish Party is a Swedish tradition that dates back to the 1800’s, when crayfish fishing was limited to August and…

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