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Deep DiveAre retailers ready for what the weight-loss boom requires?
The era of GLP-1 and similar drugs goes beyond consumers refreshing their closets, and merchants are going to need a new mindset.
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Sponsored by RithumAI is changing how your shoppers feel about your brand
AI is changing which products shoppers see first, before they ever reach your site.
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Walmart to modernize Great Value private label design
The consumer product assortment was launched 30-plus years ago, and its packaging has been the same for a decade.
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Pacsun brings its PS Vintage program to stores
Initially launching in 16 locations, the concept will offer customers thousands of secondhand apparel pieces, from hoodies to denim.
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Inside American Eagle’s latest bet on Sydney Sweeney for its summer campaign
Chief Marketing Officer Craig Brommers details the next chapter of a tie-up that proved highly successful — and controversial — for the Gen Z denim retailer.
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Rent the Runway turns to marketplace, other sideline businesses to stoke revenue
The subscription site is also launching more than 30 new brands and expanding its “everyday” and “workwear” assortments.
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Levi’s CEO on AI, sticking to values
Michelle Gass took the stage at the Semafor World Economy conference in Washington, D.C., to discuss the brand’s heritage and evolution.
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J.C. Penney’s latest campaign highlights ballers on a budget
The department store’s “Inside Lane” features five college and professional women's basketball players sporting everyday looks.
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David’s Bridal brings wedding shopping to ChatGPT, Copilot
In addition to integrating its assortment with the chatbots, the bridal retailer will audit its inventory to make it more suitable for AI shopping experiences.
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Stanley 1913’s approach to product development through diversity
Executive Graham Nearn spoke to Retail Dive about how Stanley is expanding its offerings as it grows into a global brand.
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Dollar General’s media network rolls out AI store audio program
The discount retailer is bringing the in-store media offering to about 6,000 locations through a new partnership with QSIC.
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Williams-Sonoma names president of Rejuvenation
In the role, longtime company veteran Aujsha Taylor will oversee the banner’s merchandising strategies, product innovation and growth initiatives.
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Reebok returns to hockey, Nordstrom Local expands
The athletics retailer is reentering the category through a deal with Wholesale Sports. Meanwhile, the department store is growing its footprint in California.
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Nike’s innovation chief departs as leadership turnover continues
Turnarounds rely on innovation cycles, and the abrupt departure of Tony Bignell could be another sign that the retail giant isn’t out of the woods, one analyst said.
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Inflation surges most since 2022 as consumer sentiment hits record low
Concern about inflationary harm from the Iran war flared across all demographic groups — by age, income and political affiliation.
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How Abercrombie & Fitch uses geofencing for customer feedback
The retailer can better understand why customers did not purchase an item after an in-store visit and then share those signals with store managers.
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On, Zendaya launch first co-created collection
The collection — which features tank tops, T-shirts, jackets, pants and more — comes to life through a marketing campaign directed by Spike Jonze.
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Richard Baker subpoenaed for communications with ex-Saks Global CEO Marc Metrick
A committee of unsecured creditors says the Saks Global executive chairman has rebuffed requests for information as part of the luxury retailer’s bankruptcy.
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TrackerThe running list of major retail deals
In the first quarter of 2026, Anta Sports took a minority stake in Puma, Bob’s Discount Furniture filed for an IPO and Aritzia bought Fred Segal.
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Mattress Firm parent Somnigroup to buy one of its suppliers for $2.5B
The all-stock transaction to acquire Leggett & Platt will bolster the mattress giant’s influence across the industry, analysts said Monday.
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Target fuels next-day delivery expansion with Shipt
The retailer will grow a direct-from-store shipping capability with its subsidiary as it chases lower costs, executives said.
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Inside Walmart’s creator-driven social commerce playbook
The retail giant’s head of content, influencer and commerce shared its social principles and details about its Walmart Creator program.
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CBP: Tariff refund process will take 60-90 days to issue returns
The agency previously said its in-development system would deliver refunds up to 45 days after a request was submitted.
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Dollar General bets on beauty with savings event
The discount retailer, which recently reported strong Q4 earnings results, is adding to a broader effort to become a beauty destination.
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Q&ABrooks chief marketer on shaping a global brand vision, with help from Cynthia Erivo
The “Wicked” and “Dracula” star anchors a new campaign tied to her training for the London Marathon, which is part of a larger global push from Brooks.
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Walmart to close Illinois fulfillment center
Operations at the Matteson facility will be relocated to other NextGen facilities in Walmart’s fulfillment network, impacting 111 employees.
