KK Modi plans 1000 retail outlets at IOC petrol stations

KK Modi plans 1000 retail outlets at IOC petrol stations Hindu Business Line Enthused by the success of its 24x7 retail outlets in New Delhi, the $1-billion (Rs 5000-crore) KK Modi Group plans to open nearly 1000 such outlets at petrol stations owned by State-promoted Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) across the country. See all stories on this topic »

Edelweiss Housing may raise Rs 200 cr to expand retail biz Hindu Business Line Focussing mainly on retail housing loans, the company is looking at expanding its footprint across major cities in India taking its foothold to nine cities by the month-end and 19 cities within two years, Mr Anil Kathuri, Head-Retail Finance, ... See all stories on this topic » Hindu Business Line

United Retail Group to be Acquired by Versa Capital Management MarketWatch (press release) ROCHELLE PARK, NJ, Mar 27, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- United Retail Group, Inc. owner of the Avenue® brand of women's fashion apparel, today announced that it is seeking court approval for the acquisition of its operating business by an affiliate of Versa ... See all stories on this topic »

Videocon pulls the plug on Next expansion Hindu Business Line Group company Next Retail is on consolidation mode and has said there will be no additional stores this year. The Videocon Group is adopting different strategies for its consumer durable retail business through its two group companies – Next Retail and ... See all stories on this topic » Hindu Business Line

Major Retail Department Store Runs Mobile Ad Campaign Over Ace Marketing's ... MarketWatch (press release) Major Retail Department Store uses location-based mobile marketing as part of their integrated marketing campaign to launch a new rewards program. NEW YORK, March 27, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Ace Marketing & Promotions, Inc. (otc.bb:AMKT) ... See all stories on this topic »

Retail Smackdown: Mac vs. PC DailyFinance Today Rex talks with Motley Fool Inside Value advisor Joe Magyer about Microsoft's continuing battles against Apple and Google, and Mr. Softy's foray into retail stores. Whether you're a Mac, PC, or even an Android, you'll be interested in the three ... See all stories on this topic »

Rock Creek Pharmaceuticals and GNC Expand Anatabloc® Relationship to ... MarketWatch (press release) Beginning today, customers will be able to purchase Anatabloc® nationwide at GNC retail locations which includes Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico. Anatabloc® has been available to consumers since February through GNC's internet storefront: www.gnc.com . See all stories on this topic »

Garrett Popcorn Honored With 2012 IAC Award for "Best Retail Website" MarketWatch (press release) PARK RIDGE, IL, Mar 27, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Americaneagle.com today announced that the firm, along with Garrett Popcorn, has been awarded the 2012 Internet Advertising Competition Award for "Best Retail Website" for the design of the ... See all stories on this topic »

Retail salespersons and cashiers were the occupations with the highest ... The Lane Report Retail salespersons and cashiers were the occupations with the highest employment in 2011, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. These two occupations combined made up nearly 6 percent of total US employment, with employment levels of 4.3 ... See all stories on this topic »

Apple CEO Visits China for Retail Talks, More The Mac Observer Depending on the sources, he may have been dealing with iPad trademark issues, planning new retail stores, or even working on new iPhone deals. According to the Wall Street Journal's sources, Mr. Cook was in China to discuss the ongoing battle with ... See all stories on this topic » The Mac Observer

Market overview: Retail sales steady but disappointing IFA Magazine 1630: Today saw the CBI warn that retail sales in the twelve months to March were steady, but disappointing, while elsewhere it emerged that public sector employees are paid around 8.2% more on average than private sector employees in 2011, ... See all stories on this topic »

New Truvia® Baking Blend Arrives on Retail Shelves: Offering Home Bakers 75 ... MarketWatch (press release) "With this expansion of Truvia® products at retail, the Truvia® brand continues to lead innovation and growth of the stevia-based sweetener category." The Truvia® Baking Blend package features a closeable, easy-to-pour spout; a first in the category. See all stories on this topic »

NRF Urges Senate to Approve Bill to Boost Tourism by Reducing Visa Delays MarketWatch (press release) WASHINGTON, Mar 27, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The National Retail Federation urged the Senate to approve new legislation scheduled for a hearing today that would boost travel and tourism by reducing the time it takes to process visa applications in key ... See all stories on this topic »

WebSafety(TM) Anti-Cyberbullying and Child-Safety Mobile Phone Software ... MarketWatch (press release) The AT&T-WebSafety(TM) retail rollout in Michigan will be available as a full-featured monthly subscription for $7.99 per month. Activated and provisioned from the company's website ( www.websafety.com ), WebSafety(TM) supports Android-based mobile ... See all stories on this topic »

Shops steel themselves to combat shrinkage through theft The Australian Figures from the Australian Retail Association show that retailers lost $7.5 billion to theft in 2011, or about 3 per cent of retail sales, up from $6.8bn in 2010 and $5bn in 2009 -- an increase of 50 per cent over a two-year period in which overall ... See all stories on this topic »

Showroom/Retail Used Cars Supervisor Emirates 24/7 The Retail Used Cars Sales Supervisor will be responsible to achieve the targeted sales of used cars by implementing effective sales techniques. He shall ensure that all vehicles are sold after proper reconditioning unless and otherwise not required by ... See all stories on this topic »

Game over: the end for bricks and mortar games retailing? The Guardian (blog) So much for the high street retail experience. On Monday, the Game retail chain went into administration, ending 20 years of business and a once dominant institution. Immediately 277 of the 600 UK and Ireland stores were closed by administrator PwC, ... See all stories on this topic »

Videocon is now 80% oil company: Venugopal Dhoot, CMD, Videocon Economic Times ET Now: If you could just walk us a little through your expansion plans because as far as your retail business goes you are looking to treble the store count? Venugopal Dhoot: Yes, I explain you what is Videocon, is a consumer durable multi-brand ... See all stories on this topic »