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    J.C. Penney rebound stalls in the holiday quarter

    The department store made some strides in its turnaround last year but ended fiscal 2025 with weakness on the top and bottom lines.

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    From pilots to platforms: The next chapter of AI in retail operations

    The path toward better serving customers starts with store operations.

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    Even with Sydney Sweeney, American Eagle struggles to sell women’s bottoms

    While the brand faced softer trends in the category, Aerie’s comparable sales grew 25% in Q1. 

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    Walmart: Store-fulfilled deliveries getting faster

    Over 36% of deliveries from stores arrived in three hours or less in Q1, with quicker speeds fueling customer engagement, CFO John David Rainey said.

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    What Mattress Firm gained from contactless delivery

    The shipping option has added customer flexibility and freed up drivers’ time despite early hurdles, executives said.

  • A red Burlington storefront says "ladies, mens, kids, baby, home, coats," as clouds billow overhead in a bright blue sky.
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    The Weekly Closeout: Burlington plots store openings, Mattel expands Brick Shop

    The off-price retailer plans to open over 100 new locations this year, while the toy company debuted new brick sets featuring Lamborghini and Chevrolet.

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    Fashion misses at Old Navy spell trouble for Gap Inc.

    Internal flubs, not customer malaise, were the cause and have been addressed, Gap Inc. CEO Richard Dickson said Thursday. But is competition from off price a growing problem for the value brand?

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    Consumer sentiment falls to new low; cost of living ‘first-order’ worry

    A sustained rise in long-run inflation expectations would likely increase the odds that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates.

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    Destination XL rejects $46M go-private offer

    The 82 cents-per-share offer does not reflect the company’s value and is “highly conditional and opportunistic,” Board Chairman Lionel Conacher said.

  • A Dollar Tree store with a large green and white sign above the entrance, located in a shopping center. The building has a beige exterior with green trim and large windows displaying promotional signs. Several parked cars are visible in the foreground, and a leafless tree stands on the left side of the image under a clear blue sky.
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    Dollar Tree CEO: ‘Our model is built for environments like this’

    Customers are shopping the discount retailer with a focus on affordability, convenience and trip efficiency to stretch their budgets.

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    Sephora a surprise drag on Kohl’s in Q1

    The department store posted some improvement in the period but margin gains were meager, and sales are expected to be flat at best this year.

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    Why Everlane and Shein are actually a good match

    The direct-to-consumer apparel brand resorted to fast fashion — and broke its promises — well before its deal with the Chinese low-price leader.

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    Best Buy incoming CEO: ‘We’re not just a retailer anymore’

    Jason Bonfig, who takes on the top post in November, plans to grow the business by investing in advertising, customer experience and new store formats.

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    CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

    As of Friday, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

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    Walmart operations execs latest to leave amid leadership shakeup

    CEO John Furner has been reshaping his team since taking over from Doug McMillon earlier this year.

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    Capri Holdings’ ‘biggest issue’ is footwear

    Michael Kors is going through a strategic repositioning of the category, as that brand and Jimmy Choo prioritize more casual styles.

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    Another strong quarter for Dick’s quells some Foot Locker fears

    The Foot Locker business posted its first positive comps since late 2024 and the company raised guidance for both banners.

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    Lululemon, Chip Wilson settle feud

    Two of Wilson’s board nominees will join after all, and he has agreed to hold off on further agitation for the next 18 months or so.

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    Dick’s Sporting Goods launches AI adviser

    Coach by Dick’s provides shoppers with product recommendations and training tips tailored to their sport, needs and proficiency level.

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    Warby Parker to enter new category with Intelligent Eyewear

    The company unveiled its first smart frame, as it partners with Google and Samsung on a collection that will launch this fall.  

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    Bath & Body Works CEO: ‘We are in the early stages’ of transformation

    The retailer reported that Q1 net sales dipped 3% year over year. Meanwhile, CFO Eva Boratto will step down from her role in June.

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    Target, Walmart vie for beauty customers

    The retailers are investing in ways to court beauty consumers away from specialty retailers, trying new staffing models and remixing the merchandising assortment.

  • A store sign reads "Everlane" on a red brick building trimmed in concrete and covered by leafy shadows.
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    Following Shein sale, Everlane founder launches new brand

    "Same principles, but a new take. And this time: no venture capital, no private equity," Michael Preysman writes on the brand’s site, which for now is just collecting emails.

    Updated May 27, 2026
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    Shoe Carnival ditches rebanner strategy

    The company sees renewed merit in running its namesake and Shoe Station brands as independent components of its portfolio.

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    Walmart ties expected tariff refunds to price strategy amid cost pressures

    CFO John David Rainey said potential recoveries would be directed toward lowering prices as fuel costs pressure consumers.

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    5 reasons why Saks Global’s post-bankruptcy forecast is far-fetched

    The luxury giant expects to achieve margins and growth that department stores haven’t seen in years.