Anta plots first US flagship

Located in California’s Beverly Hills, the store will serve as Anta’s “brand hub” and comes just days after its parent company bought a stake in Puma.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 9, 2026

Francesca’s files for bankruptcy, again

The retailer, which previously filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy about six years ago under a different owner, has about $30 million in secured debt.

By Dani James • Feb. 9, 2026

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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy, begins winding down all stores in the US and Canada

Going-out-of-business sales have begun and, unless the brick-and-mortar operations find a buyer, all 175 locations will close by April 30, per court filings.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 9, 2026

Walmart to add automation, robotics to Louisiana distribution center

The retailer’s $330 million investment, slated to start this year, is part of a larger effort to upgrade all 42 of its regional distribution facilities.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 9, 2026

Walmart’s decade of change with Doug McMillon

The longtime CEO has passed the baton to John Furner, but McMillon’s technology and e-commerce legacy is lasting.

By Dani James • Feb. 9, 2026

Under Armour CEO: ‘Most disruptive’ phase of turnaround is over

Revenue in Q3 was down 5% to $1.3 billion, but executives believe declines in North America have hit the bottom of their trajectory.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 6, 2026

Saks Global brings back Neiman Marcus exec to oversee marketing, e-commerce

Cheryl Han, who joined Saks Global’s leadership early last year but left months later, has taken the dual role of chief marketing and digital officer.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 6, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Layoffs jump in January and Walmart hits $1 trillion market cap

Last month was the biggest dip in hiring since the Great Recession. Meanwhile, the big-box retailer reached a milestone. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 6, 2026

Walmart debuts latest Supercenter in Jacksonville, Florida

The mass retailer's new location features a fresh sushi bar and follows the opening of another Supercenter in the state about a month ago.

By Dani James • Feb. 5, 2026

Coty partners with OpenAI

The company is weaving AI throughout its business as the technology serves as “an efficiency enhancer” for creativity and strategic thinking.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 5, 2026

Canada Goose picks longtime executive to lead North America

Patrick Bourke has been at the brand for a decade and replaces Ana Mihaljevic as president of that business, where sales grew 20% at the holidays.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 5, 2026

Designer Brands confirms layoffs

The parent company of DSW said the action was taken to simplify its organizational structure and reduce complexity. 

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 5, 2026

Nike under investigation for alleged discrimination against White workers

The activewear giant called the EEOC’s recent attempt to enforce an administrative subpoena a “surprising and unusual escalation.”

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 5, 2026

Border patrol, Canadian ire dampening traffic at Simon malls

CEO David Simon on Monday said he expects tariffs to continue to weigh on retailers this year, but shrugged off the impact of bankruptcies.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 5, 2026

Who controls Saks Global’s IP?

Authentic Brands Group now owns 77% of the entity that controls a perpetual master license to Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 4, 2026

Private equity firm acquires Buddy’s Home Furnishings

The rent-to-own furniture company is gaining partners who “value our franchise network,” according to CEO Michael Bennett. 

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 4, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. to acquire Tokens.com

The home retailer is building a tokenized investment platform, supporting its larger goal of being involved in home financing.

By Dani James • Feb. 4, 2026

Walmart readies cross-border shipping program for sellers

Launching early this year, Walmart Exports will allow eligible products to be delivered from the U.S. to shoppers in Mexico and Canada.

By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2026

Arc’teryx brings on Tommy Hilfiger vet as first chief brand officer

Avery Baker has been appointed to the newly created role. Meanwhile, the outdoor clothing company’s new general manager for EMEA is from Celine. 

By Howard Ruben • Feb. 3, 2026

Rhone launches resale program

ReRhone is powered by resale tech platform Archive and debuts with branded inventory sourced from customer returns.

By Howard Ruben • Feb. 3, 2026

Peloton lays off 11% of workforce

The move is part of the company’s previously announced restructuring plan that aims to generate $100 million in cost savings by the end of fiscal 2026.

By Caroline Jansen • Updated Feb. 4, 2026

QVC introduces new beauty, wellness products

The categories are a top priority for 2026, as parent company QVC Group continues to execute on a turnaround.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 3, 2026

Claire’s names chief brand officer

Michelle Goad, who most recently served in an executive role at Gap Inc., is tasked with transforming the tween retailer's mall-oriented store footprint.

By Dani James • Feb. 3, 2026

Amazon’s luxury storefront will carry on with or without Saks

Less than a year ago Saks Fifth Avenue began curating a high-end assortment for the e-commerce giant, but the two are now at odds.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 3, 2026

Most US Eddie Bauer stores likely to close as operator preps bankruptcy

Authentic Brands Group, which owns the brand’s intellectual property, last month shifted its e-commerce and wholesale licenses to another company.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 2, 2026