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Dunkin’ Brands earns 90% in its debut on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index

Dunkin’ Brands Earns 90% on Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 16th Annual Scorecard on LGBTQ Workplace Equality Canton, Mass., 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands, Inc. the franchisor of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, received a score of 90% in its debut on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on…

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Dunkin’ Donuts unveils its 2017 holiday lineup

Dunkin’ Donuts unveils its 2017 holiday lineup   Arriving by November 20: New Frosted Sugar Cookie Donut, Gingerbread Cookie Donut and Snowflake Sprinkle Donut Peppermint Mocha and Brown Sugar Cinnamon flavored coffees will return for holidays, along with a special new festive holiday “Joy” cup design CANTON, MA, 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — As…

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LVMH announces appointments to its Executive Committee

Paris, 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Group announces the following appointments to its Executive Committee: Sidney Toledano becomes Chairman and CEO of the Fashion Group after 20 years at the helm of Christian Dior Couture. The CEOs of Céline, Givenchy, Loewe, Pucci, Kenzo, Marc Jacobs, Rossimoda and Nicholas Kirkwood will report into him. Sidney Toledano…

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NCR in collaboration with Samsung launches NCR Silver Quantum™ an all-in-one POS commerce station

NCR Silver Quantum™ offers businesses a sleek payment, marketing and management solution that’s built for the future DULUTH, Ga., 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation, in collaboration with Samsung Electronics America, Inc., today (November 8, 2017) launched NCR Silver Quantum™, an all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) commerce station featuring an integrated payment device with mobile wallet acceptance capability, customer…

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Bon-Ton Stores to open at 11:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day for Black Friday Shopping

Bon-Ton Stores to open at 11:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day for Black Friday Shopping   Free gift card to the first 200 customers at every store MILWAUKEE, 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — This holiday season, The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (OTCQX: BONT) is delighting shoppers with unexpected gifts for everyone on their shopping list, offering better brands and bigger savings…

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Michael Kors Holdings Limited to present at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference in New York

Michael Kors Holdings Limited to present at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference in New York   LONDON, 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Michael Kors Holdings Limited (NYSE:KORS), a global fashion luxury group, today (NOVEMBER 8, 2017) announced that the company will be presenting at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference, held at The Crowne Plaza…

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Swedish ICA stores sales increased by 3.4% in October 2017

Solna, Sweden, 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sales in the Swedish ICA stores increased by 3.4% in October 2017 compared with the corresponding month last year. Sales in like-for-like stores increased by 2.6%. October 2017 January – October 2017 Store sales excl. VAT Mkr Change  all stores Change like-for-like Mkr Change  all stores Change like-for-like Maxi ICA Stormarknad 2,785 3.3% 3.0% 28,444 2.9% 2.9% ICA Kvantum 2,266 4.2% 1.7% 22,847 3.9% 1.8% ICA Supermarket 2,812 3.1% 2.9% 28,690 2.5% 2.0% ICA Nära 1,359 2.6% 2.7% 14,222 1.9% 2.0% Total 9,222 3.4% 2.6% 94,204 2.9% 2.2% In October 2017, sales in the Swedish…

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Office Depot completes the acquisition of CompuCom Systems, Inc. and announces Q3 2017 results

Acquisition Combines World-Class IT Service Capabilities, Extensive Customer Base and Nationwide Footprint to Create a Powerful Omnichannel Growth Opportunity Strengthens Core Business Through Immediate Cross-Selling Opportunities and Ability to Become a One-Stop Destination for Business Products and Services Q3 2017 GAAP EPS from Continuing Operations of $0.19 Strong 2017 YTD Operating Cash…

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Office Depot announces its Black Friday deals

BOCA RATON, Fla., 2017-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ:ODP), a leading provider of office supplies, business products and services delivered through an omnichannel platform, today (November 8, 2017) announced its Black Friday deals, available both in stores and at officedepot.com, for shoppers to find items to gift their business and treat themselves at discounted…

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Sears celebrates the opening of its new appliances and mattresses store in Camp Hill, Pa.

Sears celebrates the opening of its new appliances and mattresses store in Camp Hill, Pa.   Retailer Expands Specialized Retail Model, Unveiling New Store at Capital City Mall HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sears announced the grand opening of its latest store dedicated to appliances and mattresses, designed to deliver a specialized retail experience…

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Kmart Pharmacy invites Medicare Part D members to be their 2018 preferred pharmacy provider and receive savings in copays

Just in time for open enrollment, the retailer is a preferred pharmacy in many 2018 Medicare Part D plans HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Medicare Part D members can now turn to Kmart Pharmacy as their 2018 preferred provider for pharmaceutical needs and receive substantial savings in their copays. That includes copays…

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Schnucks makes a “Fresh Every Day” pledge to customers

ST. LOUIS, 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Just in time for the holidays, Schnucks stores in the St. Louis area are making a “Fresh Every Day” pledge to customers. “Fresh Every Day is our commitment to bringing customers the freshest food possible. However, it’s also a challenge to our teammates and our company as a…

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Visa creates wearable payment devices in the spirit of the Olympic Winter Games

Visa creates wearable payment devices in the spirit of the Olympic Winter Games   Fans and Team Visa Athletes will enjoy the convenience and style of Visa payment-enabled gloves, stickers and commemorative Olympic pins SAN FRANCISCO, 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Visa (NYSE: V), the exclusive payment technology partner at the Olympic and Paralympic Games, today (Nov. 8,…

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Opioid overdose-reversal medication naloxone now available without prescription at CVS Pharmacy locations in Oklahoma

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced today (November 9, 2017) that the opioid overdose-reversal medication naloxone is now available without an individual prescription at all of the 77 CVS Pharmacy locations in Oklahoma, including those located inside Target stores. CVS Pharmacists will be able to dispense naloxone to patients…

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CVS Health announces availability of opioid overdose-reversal medication naloxone without prescription at CVS Pharmacy locations in Michigan

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced today (November 9, 2017) that the opioid overdose-reversal medication naloxone is now available without an individual prescription at all of the nearly 300 CVS Pharmacy locations in Michigan, including those located inside Target stores. CVS Pharmacists will be able to dispense naloxone to…

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CVS Health: opioid overdose-reversal medication naloxone now available without prescription at CVS Pharmacy locations in Delaware

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced today (Nov. 9, 2017) that the opioid overdose-reversal medication naloxone is now available without an individual prescription at the 20 CVS Pharmacy locations in Delaware, including those located inside Target stores. CVS Pharmacists will be able to dispense naloxone to patients without an…

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Kroger expands its cloud computing portfolio with Google Cloud Platform

CINCINNATI, 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (Nov. 8, 2017) announced its cloud computing portfolio is expanding with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). "The adoption of Google Cloud Platform signals our commitment to positioning Kroger as an industry leader for digital programs such as ship-to-home and home delivery," said Chris Hjelm, Kroger's…

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Kroger to hire 14,000 part-time and seasonal roles this holiday season

CINCINNATI, 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that it is hiring for an estimated 14,000 part-time and seasonal roles across its family of companies this holiday season. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at jobs.kroger.com. "We are delighted to welcome new associates to our team this holiday season," said Lanell Ohlinger,…

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EPA recognizes The Home Depot with a 2017 SmartWay Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year

ATLANTA, 2017-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized The Home Depot®, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, with a 2017 SmartWay Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year. SmartWay recognizes industry leaders in freight, supply chain, environmental performance, and energy efficiency. A charter member of the EPA’s SmartWay program,…

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Topaz’s Re.Store wins best ‘Grab and Go Breakfast’ at the 2017 Irish Quality Food Awards for its Clonakilty Black Pudding & Bacon Granary Toast

Topaz’s Re.Store wins best ‘Grab and Go Breakfast’ at the 2017 Irish Quality Food Awards for its Clonakilty Black Pudding & Bacon Granary Toast   Re.Store Scoops Quality Food Award for its Delicious Breakfast Toast DUBLIN, IRELAND, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Re.store, Topaz (Circle K Ireland)’s healthy ‘food on the go’ concept, has won the award…

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Amazon to open its fourth Maryland fulfillment facility in Baltimore’s Sparrows Point

Amazon currently employs more than 5,000 people in Maryland; new facility will employ more than 1,500 associates Between 2014 and 2016, Amazon investment added an additional $100 million to state economy SEATTLE, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Nov. 8, 2017) announced plans to open its fourth Maryland fulfillment facility in Baltimore’s Sparrows Point, which will create more…

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Alexa and Echo are now available by invitation in Japan

Developers can now create Alexa experiences for customers in Japan—Alexa Skills Kit also now available in Japan, and Alexa Voice Service coming later this month SEATTLE, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon today (Nov. 8, 2017) announced that Alexa and Echo are now available by invitation in Japan. Additionally, developers can now use the Alexa Skills Kit…

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Amazon unveils the Top 100 books of 2017

Amazon book editors reveal the 100 best books of the year, selecting titles in over twenty categories SEATTLE, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Nov. 8, 2017), Amazon.com announced its selections for the Best Books of 2017, naming David Grann’s nonfiction Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI the Best Book of the…

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Shopify CEO Tobias Lütke to lead the Government of Canada’s Economic Strategy Table on digital industries

Table will help Canadian entrepreneurs and innovators overcome growth challenges OTTAWA, ON, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shopify Inc. (NYSE:SHOP)(TSX:SHOP), the leading cloud-based, multi-channel commerce platform designed for small and medium-sized businesses, today (November 8, 2017) announced its founder and CEO, Tobias Lütke, will serve as Chair of the Government of Canada’s Economic Strategy Table…

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Carrefour currently employs more than 12,000 persons with disabilities and intends to continue its disability inclusion efforts

Carrefour currently employs more than 12,000 persons with disabilities and intends to continue its disability inclusion efforts   Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour, a partner of the 2017 European Disability Employment Week organized by LADAPT, has launched far-reaching initiatives to help disabled individuals enter the workforce since 1999. The retailer has posted a 25%…

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Lowe’s expands “Smart Home powered by b8ta” connected-home shopping experience to 70 stores nationwide

Lowe’s expands “Smart Home powered by b8ta” connected-home shopping experience to 70 stores nationwide   MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Building on the success of a three-store pilot last fall, Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW), in partnership with software-powered retailer b8ta, is expanding its “Smart Home powered by b8ta” connected-home shopping experience to 70 Lowe’s…

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H&M announces 2017 Holiday campaign film featuring Nicki Minaj

H&M announces 2017 Holiday campaign film featuring Nicki Minaj   H&M is pleased to announce that the 2017 Holiday campaign film will star Nicki Minaj alongside Jesse Williams and John Turturro. Directed by Johan Renck, the film tells a story of a parallel fantasy world filled with memorable characters and a universal message of caring for one…

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New partnership will see more Americans with disabilities find meaningful employment at CVS Pharmacy locations

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health [NYSE: CVS] today (Nov. 8, 2017) announced a collaboration with the National Consortium of State-Operated Comprehensive Rehabilitation Centers (NCSOCRC) to help Americans with disabilities find meaningful employment at CVS Pharmacy locations across the country. The announcement coincides with the opening of a mock pharmacy at…

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Asda introduces Extra Special Wagyu Beef Dripping Roast Potatoes

Asda introduces Extra Special Wagyu Beef Dripping Roast Potatoes   Make room for the most luxurious spuds yet – Asda’s NEW Wagyu Beef Dripping Potatoes Leeds, UK, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Just when you thought peak potato perfection had been reached with goose fat potatoes, Asda has raised its spud game to divine ranks. Introducing the…

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Tractor Supply Company announces its participation in the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer and Retail Conference

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ:TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States, today (Nov. 08, 2017) announced its participation in the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer and Retail Conference on November 15, 2017.  Kurt Barton, Chief Financial Officer; Rob Mills, Chief Information Officer and Strategist; and Beth…

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