Yankee Candle owner resorts to layoffs, store closures

To accelerate its turnaround, Newell Brands will lay off 900 people worldwide and close 20 Yankee Candle stores.

Retailers turn to AI for marketing, merchandising

AI investments are widespread across retail, but using the tech doesn’t automatically translate to business impacts, per a report from Berkeley Research Group.

Belk debuts smaller-format Market stores

The concept is launching this month with two locations, with additional openings slated for 2026.

E-commerce growth surpasses stores on Black Friday, with sales up over 10%

Top-selling sectors over the holiday weekend included apparel and athletics, according to early data.

ChatGPT launches shopping research feature

OpenAI aims to streamline the comparison shopping process as it transforms ChatGPT into an e-commerce destination.

The North Face unveils Manhattan flagship store

The Fifth Avenue location is the brand’s largest globally and is designed to be an immersive experience centered on outdoor exploration. 

Pacsun, Camping World and Lush launch on-demand delivery with Uber

In the midst of the busy holiday shopping season, customers can now use the Uber, Uber Eats and Postmates apps to order from the retailers.

Best Buy raises full-year guidance as consumers remain ‘resilient’

The retailer saw Q3 revenue and comparable sales grow despite macroeconomic pressures. Meanwhile, it's advancing agentic AI integration.

Urban Outfitters expects highly promotional holiday

Traffic, sales and profits surged in Q3, but now customers are waiting on discounts. “They know that the promotions are coming,” CEO Dick Hayne said.

Bed Bath & Beyond to acquire The Brand House Collective, close 40 stores

The merger agreement is expected to be finalized in early 2026 and the combined company will eliminate $20 million in costs. 

DXL brings fit tech to app, stores

The scanning technology measures hundreds of data points so Big + Tall customers can find their size across brands.

Dick’s turnaround at Foot Locker includes store closures, inventory reset

Dick’s is already testing improvements at 11 Foot Locker stores and named a new head of international for the business.

Kohl’s makes progress in Q3 despite sales, profit declines

Loyal customers are returning more often as turnaround initiatives take hold, though some analysts say bolder change is needed.

Lowe’s advances inventory optimization efforts

The retailer is on pace to cut 15% of its SKUs by the end of 2025 while upgrading demand planning, allocation and replenishment.

Lululemon names general manager of North America as Celeste Burgoyne exits

Carla Anderson will now lead North America and report to André Maestrini, who oversees all regions as chief commercial officer.

Carol’s Daughter relaunches e-commerce site

The move comes nearly nine months after L'Oréal said it would sell the brand, placing it back under the leadership of founder Lisa Price.

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.

Value City Furniture owner files for bankruptcy citing housing crisis

American Signature Inc. plans to close 33 stores in Chapter 11 and expects to enter into a stalking horse purchase agreement with current equity holders.

Kohl’s stays the course with CEO choice

Michael Bender took over in the interim when the newly arrived chief executive was fired for cause in May. The board unanimously made it permanent.

Almost all Gen Zers plan to shop Black Friday week

While average spending is down, participation in the event is up across generations, an encouraging sign for the blockbuster holiday.

Family Dollar teams up with DoorDash ahead of the holidays

Thousands of the retailer’s stores are on DoorDash, allowing consumers to shop its assortment of groceries, cleaning supplies and more from the platform.

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.

Walmart grows automation usage throughout supply chain

More than half of the retailer's e-commerce fulfillment center volume now moves through automated systems, lowering shipping costs.

Lululemon’s new store format makes its debut in SoHo

The 17,000-square-foot location is “rooted in movement, connection and sensory engagement,” and will serve as a blueprint for new stores.

Fanatics to close Florida distribution center, lay off nearly 300

The facility is unable to support the scale and technology required for the sporting apparel company’s long-term goals, a spokesperson said.