Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Dixons and retail from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

Dixons Carphone (LSE: DC.L - news ) is venturing stateside by teaming up with US network Sprint to open 20 retail stores, in the first stage of a partnership that could extend to 500 sites.

Answer: industry