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Kesko Group reports of €799.6 million total sales excluding VAT in October 2014

Kesko Group's sales, excluding VAT, in October 2014 totalled €799.6 million, down 3.3%. Helsinki, Finland, 2014-11-14— /EPR Retail News/ — In Kesko's food trade, sales in October were €382.6 million, a decrease of 2.4% from the previous year. In the home and speciality goods trade, sales in October were €114.6 million, a decrease of 9.4%. The sales performance…
November 14, 20140Comments

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Wincor Nixdorf commissioned by zeb to take over the central operations management of its IT infrastructure

Paderborn, Germany, 2014-11-14— /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf has been commissioned by zeb, a leading consulting company in the financial services sector, with taking over the central operations management of its IT infrastructure from October 1, 2014. The contract is due to run for up to seven years. As an outsourcing partner, Wincor Nixdorf is therefore…
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Wincor Nixdorf names Dr. Ulrich Näher as head of the global development network

Paderborn, Germany, 2014-11-14— /EPR Retail News/ —  As of January 1, 2015, Dr. Ulrich Näher (49) is taking over as head of the global development network at Wincor Nixdorf. His wealth of experience gained from his work at McKinsey and Company will stand him in good stead for his new role with the IT specialist for…
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Russia’s largest food retailer “Magnit” exceeded 250 thousand headcount

Krasnodar, 2014-11-14— /EPR Retail News/ — PJSC “Magnit”, Russia’s largest food retailer (the “Company”; MICEX and LSE: MGNT), is pleased to announce that its total headcount has now exceeded 250 thousand. Please be informed that the total headcount of PJSC “Magnit” group of companies has exceeded 250 000, including over 231 000 active employees (about 20…
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Progressive Grocer named Stop & Shop and all of the Ahold USA businesses as 2014 Retailer of the Year

Recognized for company’s better neighbor efforts Purchase, NY & Quincy, MA, 2014-11-14— /EPR Retail News/ — Progressive Grocer, a leading retail food industry trade publication, has named Stop & Shop and all of the Ahold USA businesses as 2014 Retailer of the Year. The recognition was given for the company’s exceptional philanthropic contributions and community outreach efforts. Stop…
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Giant Food removed from sale Salpica Ballpark Nacho & Black Bean Nacho products due to an undeclared allergen, wheat, on the ingredient label

Landover, Md., 2014-11-14— /EPR Retail News/ — Following a recall by Riba Foods, Inc., Giant Food announced it removed from sale Salpica Ballpark Nacho & Black Bean Nacho products due to an undeclared allergen, wheat, on the ingredient label. This product is safe to consume for individuals who do not suffer from a wheat allergy. The following products…
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6,500 colleagues joined Tesco through its Regeneration Partnership Programme

Cheshunt, England, 2014-11-13— /EPR Retail News/ — 6,500 colleagues have joined Tesco through its Regeneration Partnership Programme – these colleagues have all brought something new to how Tesco can deliver great service for customers. The scheme has been running for nearly fifteen years and has created additional opportunities for the long-term unemployed in over 60 communities around…
November 13, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s unveils advertising campaign featuring an account of the 1914 First World War Christmas truce

Sainsbury’s has unveiled a poignant new advertising campaign featuring an account of the 1914 First World War Christmas truce to screens in millions of homes. Called Christmas is for Sharing, the full length 3’ 20” TV ad aired for the first time last night in the Coronation Street ad break to help raise funds and…
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Kesko’s Corporate Responsibility Report 2013 chosen as Finland’s best in this year’s Sustainability Reporting Award Finland Competition

Kesko's Corporate Responsibility Report 2013 was chosen as Finland's best in this year's Sustainability Reporting Award Finland Competition. Kesko's report was ranked the best also by non-governmental organisations. Helsinki, Finland, 2014-11-13— /EPR Retail News/ — According to the judging panel, Kesko has reported its social and economic responsibility indicators exceptionally well and extensively, and has very comprehensively…
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NRF’s Holiday Consumer Spending Survey: Bargain hunters are taking their time with their holiday shopping to take advantage of bigger discounts over Thanksgiving weekend

WASHINGTON, 2014-11-13— /EPR Retail News/ — Procrastinators and bargain hunters alike are taking their time getting started with their holiday shopping bonanza, possibly to take advantage of deeper discounts over Thanksgiving weekend and late in the season. According to NRF’s Holiday Consumer Spending Survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, 45.6 percent of holiday shoppers say…
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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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Baskin-Robbins celebrates Veterans Day with more than $25,000 discounts on royalties and initial franchise fees for veterans seeking to open Baskin-Robbins franchise in the U.S.

CANTON, MA, 2014-11-13— /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is showing its appreciation for military veterans this Veterans Day with more than $25,000 in financial discounts on royalties and initial franchise fees as part of a special veteran's incentive program for U.S. veterans seeking to open a Baskin-Robbins franchise…
November 13, 20140Comments

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Meijer to double match every customer’s $10 Simply Give donation made Nov. 14-15 to restock the shelves of its food pantries for the holiday season

Retailer’s double match turns a $10 donation into $30 program from Nov. 14-15 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer will double match every customer’s $10 Simply Give donation made Nov. 14-15 in an effort to restock the shelves of its food pantries in time for the holiday season. Although the holiday campaign runs through Jan. 3,…
November 12, 20140Comments

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Meijer announces aggressive pricing on Thanksgiving turkeys: As low as 54 cents per pound

More reasons to be thankful: Turkeys priced as low as 54 cents per pound GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer is once again announcing aggressive pricing on turkeys that are expected to lead the Midwest in low-price Thanksgiving turkeys. “A Thanksgiving meal isn’t complete without the turkey, and with these great prices, Meijer wants…
November 12, 20140Comments

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Price Chopper: The Golub Corporation to modernize Market 32 stores following the launch of its new banner

‘Market 32’ Will Modernize and Enhance the Shopping Experience SCHENECTADY, NY, 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ — The Golub Corporation today unveiled a new banner for its stores – Market 32 – and promised the new brand would change food shopping for its customers by modernizing its stores and offering new services and products. Market 32 stores will begin…
November 12, 20140Comments

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CBRE Group, Inc. to provide integrated real estate services for Southern California’s highly respected MemorialCare Health System

Los Angeles, 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. has been selected to provide integrated real estate services for Southern California’s highly respected MemorialCare Health System. Under the multi-year contract, CBRE Healthcare will provide MemorialCare with services including Strategic Real Estate Planning, Property Management, Transaction Management, Lease Administration and Real Estate Accounting for the system’s outpatient…
November 12, 20140Comments

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CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. announces the opening of the expansion at Fayette Mall in Lexington, KY

Lexington’s premier shopping destination showcases new offerings and heralds start of the holiday season CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ — CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE: CBL), announced the opening of the expansion at Fayette Mall in Lexington, KY. Designed to significantly enhance the offerings at the shopping center, the redevelopment of the former Sears location…
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Foodstuffs: Yersinia pseudotuberculosis not detected in the Living Foods property and processing plant following test carried out by AsureQuality

Foodstuffs has today announced the results of testing carried out by independent laboratory AsureQuality. Results have confirmed that Yersinia pseudotuberculosis was not detected in any of the samples taken from the Living Foods property and processing plant. AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ — “Multiple soil samples were taken from the quarantined paddock and across…
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SM Investments Corporation Chairman Henry Sy, Sr. awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by CNBC at the St Regis hotel in Singapore

Pasay City, Philippines, 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ — Henry Sy, Sr., Chairman of SM Investments Corporation (SM) and founder of the 56-year old company was awarded by top CNBC officials a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at a well-attended ceremony at the St Regis hotel in Singapore. Known as the Father of Philippine Retail, Sy successfully built SM into…
November 12, 20140Comments

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Target Corp. announces the appointment of Jacqueline Hourigan Rice as senior vice president, chief risk and compliance officer

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-11-12— /EPR Retail News/ —  Today, Target Corp. (NYSE: TGT) announced it has hired Jacqueline Hourigan Rice as senior vice president, chief risk and compliance officer. Rice joins Target effective December 1 and will report directly to Brian Cornell, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Target. In addition, the company is elevating the position…
November 12, 20140Comments

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Retail specialist Harper Dennis Hobbs and ICSC released new research ranking Europe’s towns and cities in terms of retail spend

London, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — Retail specialist Harper Dennis Hobbs (HDH) and the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) have released new research today ranking Europe’s towns and cities in terms of retail spend. Europe’s top three are London’s West End with a retail spend in 2013 of almost £8.5 billion, Paris at £7.7 billion…
November 11, 20140Comments

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The YMCA of Greater Rochester, Wegmans Pharmacy and the American Diabetes Association will host events to provide screenings and health education about diabetes

ROCHESTER, NY, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, and three powerful community organizations have partnered in prevention. The YMCA of Greater Rochester, Wegmans Pharmacy and the American Diabetes Association will host three events to provide community members with health education about diabetes, including screenings for blood glucose, body mass index (BMI) and waist…
November 11, 20140Comments

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BRC-KPMG ONLINE RETAIL SALES MONITOR OCTOBER 2014: ONLINE SALES REPRESENTED 18.2% OF TOTAL NON-FOOD SALES OF OUR MONITOR, AGAINST 16.5% IN OCTOBER 2013

LONDON, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — Online sales of Non-Food products in the UK grew 15.4% in October versus a year earlier, almost in line with the twelve-month average growth of 14.8%. In October 2013, online sales rose by 12.1% over the previous year. In October online sales represented 18.2% of total Non-Food sales of our…
November 11, 20140Comments

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BRC-KPMG RETAIL SALES MONITOR OCTOBER 2014: FURNITURE AND THE HOME CATEGORIES WERE THE BEST PERFORMING ONES

LONDON, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — UK retail sales were flat, at 0.0%, on a like-for-like basis from October 2013, when they had increased 0.8% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were up 1.4%, against a 2.6% rise in October 2013. This was an improvement on the previous month and beat the…
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Nicholas (Nic) Brassey named as head of Human Resources for Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall, effective January 1, 2015

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — Albert Heijn has recruited South African national Nicholas (Nic) Brassey to head up the Human Resources function for Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall, effective January 1, 2015. In this role, Nic will report to Sander van der Laan, CEO Albert Heijn, and functionally to Abbe Luersman, CHRO…
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AHOLD REPURCHASED 1,359,052 AHOLD COMMON SHARES FOR €18.22 MILLION BETWEEN NOVEMBER 3 AND nOVEMBER 7, 2014

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold has repurchased 1,359,052 Ahold common shares in the period from November 3, 2014 up to and including November 7, 2014. The shares were repurchased at an average price of €13.4034 per share for a total consideration of €18.22 million. These repurchases were made as part of the €…
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The Home Depot® completes its fourth annual Celebration of Service campaign and celebrated 2,500 homes improved for veterans during the two-month effort

The Home Depot Foundation to Match Funds Raised by Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation as Part of Continued Commitment to Improving the Homes and Lives of Veterans and their Families ATLANTA, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — Today, The Home Depot® completed its fourth annual Celebration of Service campaign and celebrated a 2,500 home milestone, more than…
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John Lewis issued update on its Christmas sales and activities

LONDON, 2014-11-11— /EPR Retail News/ — John Lewis issued update on its Christmas sales and activities This week's big story: Monty's Christmas Monty's Christmas has received over 16 million views on social media. The advert racked up 7 million views on social media in 24 hours, seven times as many as at the same point last year. Weekly…
November 11, 20140Comments

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CBRE Group, Inc. announces the appointment of Jeffrey R. Havsy as Americas Chief Economist effective December 1

Los Angeles, 2014-11-10— /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. today announced that Jeffrey R. Havsy, a leading analyst of commercial real estate, will join the company as Americas Chief Economist, effective December 1. The Americas Chief Economist is a new position in which Mr. Havsy will work with CBRE’s research team to develop insight, analysis and…
November 10, 20140Comments

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