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REI cuts compensation as labor talks break down
The retailer declared an “impasse” in the bargaining process, which allows it to unilaterally make changes. The REI Union says the move was illegal.
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Costco sued by customer seeking tariff refunds
The proposed class action suit seeks to recoup IEEPA-tariff costs an Illinois customer alleges the retailer passed on to him and other consumers through higher prices.
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Dollar General to introduce new store format, pilot subscription program
The discount retailer reported Q4 net sales jumped nearly 6% year over year, with average basket size growing due to increased retail unit prices.
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How Lowe’s tailors its AI-backed Mylow to different customers
The home improvement retailer gets about a million questions a month between Mylow and Mylow Companion, with customer inquiries ranging in terms of expertise and needs.
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Build-A-Bear CEO to exit
Sharon Price John will retire from the role in June, and Chief Operations and Experience Officer Chris Hurt will step into the top spot.
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Ross opens 17 stores, pushing forward with brick-and-mortar expansion
The store openings, which span its namesake banner and DD’s Discounts, are part of the off-price retailer’s efforts to open 110 new locations this year.
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Could off-price retailers start grabbing market share from each other?
So far, department stores and other mainstream retailers have the most to fear as TJX, Ross and Burlington open hundreds of stores each year.
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Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott expands beyond Texas with new flagship
The Western brand, which launched in 2023, is opening its first store outside the state with a location featuring a cocktail bar and hat customization in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Target reduces prices on 3K products to draw in busy families
The seasonal price drops include a selection of baby products, as the retailer aims to attract a demographic it lost sight of.
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Deep DiveIn the home sector, ‘the weak will get weaker’ this year
Retailers in the category face a poor housing market, elevated interest rates, low consumer confidence and ever-changing tariff policies.
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With $500M in fresh funding, Quince’s valuation tops $10B
The DTC brand, best known for its attractively priced cashmere sweaters, said revenue grows by triple digits annually and topped $1 billion last year.
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De minimis: Case aiming to revive exemption can proceed, court rules
The lawsuit, which challenged the Trump administration’s elimination of the trade tool, was paused until the Supreme Court ruled on the president’s tariff authority.
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What’s essential for AI shopping assistant success
The biggest risk isn’t falling behind on deployment — it’s deploying before the organization is ready, experts say.
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Fabletics expands into denim to ride casualization trend
CEO Adam Goldenberg told Retail Dive in January that shoppers expect athletic brands to offer casual products as apparel trends shift.
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Kohl’s rules out major store closures despite disappointing Q4
The struggling department store is simplifying promotions and adding value-priced merchandise to appeal to its lower- to middle-income customer. But is it going far enough?
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Primark is retail’s ‘best kept secret.’ It’s ready to move beyond that.
The fashion retailer has a new CEO, is expanding in the U.S. and will soon open a flagship in New York City. It just wants you to know it exists.
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Rebecca Minkoff footwear comes to QVC
Additionally, the fashion designer’s RM Studio x Rebecca Minkoff spring ready-to-wear collection is available exclusively at QVC.
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The Brand House Collective COO exits after less than a year
James Schisler resigned from his role while the company is in the process of being acquired by Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.
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Best Buy wants to be at the forefront of agentic AI discovery
“As agentic commerce matures, we want to serve our customers in new ways, both on and off of platforms,” CEO Corie Barry said.
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Petal & Pup eyes launch with Dillard’s, Von Maur
The fashion brand has a successful partnership with Nordstrom and is ready for additional growth.
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Saks Global announces 15 more store closures, expands vendor base to 500
Three Neiman Marcus and 12 Saks Fifth Avenue locations will shutter. The luxury company, which is in bankruptcy court, said its fleet is likely now set.
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January retail sales grew nearly 6%
A weak housing market and pullback in discretionary spending sent sales down at home furnishing retailers and department stores.
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Princess Polly plots next wave of US store openings
The apparel brand will open eight stores across Florida, Texas, Minnesota, Tennessee and North Carolina throughout this year and into 2027.
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Target debuts Free People intimates assortment
The mass retailer is selling Intimately FP in select stores and online with a selection of exclusive offerings.
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Levi’s closes Dockers sale and Chip Wilson escalates Lululemon battle
The jeans maker has officially handed over its khaki label to Authentic Brands Group. Meanwhile, Lululemon’s founder strikes again.
