Technology

EBay Announces 'Auction for America' Challenge to Raise $100 Million
Governor George E. Pataki and Mayor Rudolph Giuliani on Monday announced that, in response to their call for support, eBay has created "Auction for America," an interactive way for people around the world to help the victims and families of Tuesday's horrific terrorist attacks.
GlobalNetXchange Expands Management Team, Names COO and CFO
GlobalNetXchange (GNX), the leading global business-to-business online marketplace for the retail industry, on Monday announced the appointment of Antoine Leloup as chief operating officer. The company also announced that Thomas Storck has been named chief financial officer, having served as vice president of finance and controller since joining GNX in February 2000.

7-Eleven Inc. Announces Further Development of People's Republic of China

7-Eleven Inc., the world's largest convenience retailer with over 22,000 stores worldwide, today announced plans to expand the development and operation of 7-Eleven stores through licensing arrangements in the People's Republic of China.
General Mills Reports Record First-Quarter

General Mills (NYSE:GIS - news) today reported record results for its fiscal 2002 first quarter. Sales for the 13 weeks ended Aug. 26, 2001, grew 6 percent to $1.77 billion, fueled by 5 percent growth in the company's worldwide unit volume.
Harry's Farmers Market Inc. Announces Net Loss in Second Quarter

Harry's Farmers Market Inc. on Monday reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2002 ending August 1, 2001. The company had a net loss applicable to common shareholders for the second quarter of fiscal 2002 of approximately $0.9 million or ($0.15) per common share.
The Penn Traffic Company Announces Increased Second Quarter Sales and Earnings

The Penn Traffic Company Announces Increased Second Quarter results and rollout of loyalty card to 150 stores.
Jewel-Osco, An Albertson's Company, Partners With American Red Cross On Fundraising Effort

Jewel-Osco, Midwest Division of Albertson's, Inc. (NYSE: ABS - news), is immediately launching a fundraising effort with the American Red Cross.
Gulf Exists Between Desired and Actual IT Role at CPG Companies: Study

Just about everybody thinks IT ought to merit major investment but many fewer CPG exec believe their companies are putting their money where their mouth is, according to a research report issued yesterday by the Grocery Manufacturers Association.
Fleming Expands Convenience-Store Distribution Network

Fleming announced on Monday that it has completed the acquisition of certain assets and inventory of privately-held convenience-store distributor Miller & Hartman South, LLC. Included in the purchase are warehouse facilities and inventory located in Leitchfield, Ky.
Triversity, MacLaren Group Partner to Provide Client Training

Triversity Inc., a software provider delivering multi-channel, customer-centric solutions for the retail industry, announced a partnership with The MacLaren Group, a provider of customized learning solutions.

EBay Announces 'Auction for America' Challenge to Raise $100 Million

GlobalNetXchange Expands Management Team, Names COO and CFO

7-Eleven Inc. Announces Further Development of People's Republic of China

General Mills Reports Record First-Quarter

Harry's Farmers Market Inc. Announces Net Loss in Second Quarter

The Penn Traffic Company Announces Increased Second Quarter Sales and Earnings

Jewel-Osco, An Albertson's Company, Partners With American Red Cross On Fundraising Effort

Gulf Exists Between Desired and Actual IT Role at CPG Companies: Study

Fleming Expands Convenience-Store Distribution Network

Triversity, MacLaren Group Partner to Provide Client Training