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The Backroom: Tariffs tee up unique holiday season for retail
Retail Dive touches base with Supply Chain Dive to examine how shifts in U.S. tariff rates have affected the industry ahead of its most important quarter.
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Sponsored by MarqetaThe technical advantage of a specialized issuer processor
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Walmart’s e-commerce growth speaks to CEO Doug McMillon’s legacy
Digital sales jumped 27% globally in Q3 and the U.S. channel is poised to turn a profit this year, demonstrating a core aspect of the exiting chief's omnichannel strategy.
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Bath & Body Works to launch on Amazon
The retailer will start with a small assortment of its products on the marketplace next year as it works to capture sales lost to the gray market.
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Retailers push anti-theft legislation before 2025 ends
The Retail Industry Leaders Association, National Retail Federation and several major chains Tuesday urged Congressional leaders of both parties to pass a bill addressing organized retail crime.
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QVC launches holiday pop-up in New York City
The two-day event, featuring Kathy Hilton as Mrs. Claus, is spread across 10 rooms including the Claus-et, Yuletide Lounge, Kringle Kitchenette and a Haute Chocolate Bar.
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Google delivers new AI shopping tools in time for the holidays
The features include price tracking and the ability for AI to call stores to ask if products are in-stock.
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Home Depot, Lowe’s cut profit guidance as housing market remains pressured
The home improvement retailers said Q3 results were negatively impacted by a lack of storms and a consumer that remains cautious.
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Target adds $1B to store, tech investments as it deepens AI usage
Incoming CEO Michael Fiddelke said he was “frustrated” with the retailer’s performance in Q3, as net sales and comps both declined.
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Foot Locker backs out of HQ relocation to Florida
After a reevaluation following its sale to Dick’s Sporting Goods, the retailer will no longer move its corporate base to Florida.
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Deep DiveWill Amazon’s AI-powered one-stop shop for advertising change the game?
At its UnBoxed conference, Amazon showcased new tools it claims provide unprecedented flexibility in buying and intelligence for advertisers.
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Target to launch ChatGPT app with multi-item baskets, fresh food
The mass retailer is deepening its work with OpenAI as consumers continue to turn to generative chatbots for shopping support.
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Levi’s picks Microsoft to deploy ‘super-agent’
The apparel giant said it will launch a "complex agentic framework" in 2026 that will integrate several sub-agents across IT, HR and operations.
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Retail roulette: How Trump’s tariffs altered buying
Ever-changing tariff rates have introduced uncertainty and confusion for retail buyers. But could they also present an opportunity for new supply chain strategies?
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E.l.f. bets on power of sound for kinder social media algorithms
A campaign timed to World Kindness Day includes audiovisual stories designed to interrupt consumers’ feeds and combat doomscrolling.
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CFO exits Calvin Klein parent amid longrunning turnaround
PVH, which also runs Tommy Hilfiger, has launched a global search to replace Zac Coughlin, who arrived nearly four years ago.
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How Walmart is deploying the Grinch to boost holiday marketing
The Dr. Seuss icon, played by Walton Goggins, appears in new ads and a Times Square takeover showcasing deals on products like the Switch 2.
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Old Navy taps DoorDash for same-day deliveries
The effort, which comes amid increased interest in on-demand apparel deliveries, allows shoppers to order denim, holiday-themed pajamas and more.
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Dollar General taps new operations, merchandising chiefs
Emily Taylor continues her 25-year career at the retailer by taking on the COO position. The company also eliminated its executive vice president of strategy and development role.
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From comfort to court: Skechers’ quest to become a performance brand
Best known for its slip-on shoes, the footwear retailer has moved decidedly into everything from golf to basketball in its search for more share.
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Nuuly subscribers can now return items at Urban Outfitters stores
Subscribers to the apparel rental company can see faster processing and instant updates as part of the new service.
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Crocs promotes Adidas vet to lead Heydude
Rupert Campbell arrived at the brand in March and now takes on new responsibilities, following the promotion of former brand chief Terence Reilly.
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Spirit Christmas opens and Revlon develops first Champion fragrance
The sister brand of Spirit Halloween opened locations across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions, while Champion's scent collection will debut in 2027.
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Rhone names chief operating officer
Matthew Wallace joins the DTC activewear brand with over three decades of experience, including with Walmart and PVH Corp.
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Under Armour breaks with Steph Curry as restructuring program expands
After more than a decade of working together, the NBA star and his Curry Brand will separate from Under Armour.
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How consumers will get through the holidays
Inflation, tariffs and unemployment are taking a toll on shoppers, affecting how they will spend this year.
