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    Top retail conferences in 2026

    These events will cover the topics that are top of mind for executives, including AI, customer behavior and technology.

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    Sponsored by GXO Logistics

    Small operational gains, big impact: Building fulfillment agility

    Retailers and brands often chase adaptable fulfillment operations through sweeping transformations.

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    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.

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    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. 

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    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.

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    Target, Walmart usher in new CEOs

    Michael Fiddelke reiterated his top priorities after taking on the position at Target. Meanwhile, Walmart's John Furner paid tribute to his predecessor.

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    Supergoop taps Peloton vet as chief marketing officer

    The appointment of Lauren Weinberg to the top marketing post comes on the heels of Melis del Rey becoming CEO at the end of 2025.

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    What to watch in retail in 2026

    From the trajectory of the department store segment to the rise of generative AI, here’s what Retail Dive is keeping an eye on this year.

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    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.

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    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.

    Updated Feb. 4, 2026
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    Podcast

    The Backroom: Saks Global and the bankruptcy that everyone saw coming

    The team chats about their recent visits to Saks Fifth Avenue’s Manhattan flagship and brings in Debtwire analysts to discuss the retailer’s Chapter 11 process.

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    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.

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    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.

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    The Weekly Closeout: Valentine’s Day spending to top $29B, Merit to raise prices

    Consumers are budgeting roughly $200 on gifts for the holiday, per NRF, while the beauty brand is increasing prices on select products.

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    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. 

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    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.

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    Retail’s risky AI commerce bet

    As retailers race to meet consumers on external AI platforms, they risk losing data and direct interaction with shoppers. Experts say disruption has only just begun.

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    Rhone launches resale program

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

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    Levi’s launches immersive pop-up experience ahead of the Super Bowl

    The event in the brand’s hometown of San Francisco runs through Saturday and highlights the area’s music, fashion and sports connections.

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    Home Depot’s key to great AI experiences? Ensure it remains an authority

    The retailer started early and will continue to evolve its AI efforts “so that the brand voice shows up the way we want it to,” CIO Angie Brown said.

  • An Eddie Bauer mall store entrance mimics a log cabin, with faux wooden pillars and pitched roof.
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    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.

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    Genesco CFO to exit

    Sandra Harris is leaving the company after nearly a year and a half, with CEO Mimi Vaughn taking on interim duties until the company names a replacement.

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    How Macy’s is flexing its Style Crew affiliate program beyond social media

    The department store recently experimented with its Style Crew of over 600 influencers by integrating them into in-person events and direct mailers.

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    Saks Global retreats from off price, closing most stores and all e-commerce

    Just a dozen Saks Off 5th locations will stay open, and they’ll sell only residual inventory from Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

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    The Vitamin Shoppe opens AI-enabled store in NYC

    The location debuts the company’s Shoppe Advisor, an AI-powered discovery tool that focuses on in-store education, engagement and personalization. 

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    Inside Pat McGrath Cosmetics’ bankruptcy

    The Chapter 11 filings said a lender commenced the auctioning of the brand without founder and CEO Patricia McGrath’s consent.