Costco to flow tariff refunds, ‘if and when’ received, back to customers

CEO Ron Vachris said Thursday that the warehouse club retailer is committed to returning any potential refunds to its customers through “lower prices and better values.”

The dark side of personalization

“If you can’t explain it to the customer … then you should not be personalizing,” Qualtrics’ Isabelle Zdatny said.

Gap revival crystallizes as sales jump 8% in Q4

The brand also notched its eighth straight comp rise. Tariffs eroded Gap Inc.’s margins and profits, though, and Athleta sales tanked again.

Victoria’s Secret & Co. ends Adore Me subscription offering

The intimates company also initiated a strategic review of the personal styling service DailyLook, which it acquired through the Adore Me transaction.

‘Target is not an everything store’: CEO

The retailer unveiled its multiyear turnaround plan, which includes an additional $1 billion operational investment and revamps of some private labels.

Tariff refunds: Court provides first step with liquidation order

The Court of International Trade on Wednesday directed Customs and Border Protection to remove defunct tariffs when finalizing non-liquidated entries.

Roots begins strategic review, including possible sale

The Canadian outdoor apparel company is considering a range of alternatives as it continues to execute its current business plan. 

How The Children’s Place embraces modern parenting with new brand platform

The retailer’s “It’s a Yes Day” platform began rolling out this month across digital, social and e-commerce channels and includes creator partnerships.

Adidas extends CEO’s contract amid record revenues

Bjørn Gulden has made “tremendous operational and financial progress," according to the board. The retailer’s 2025 revenue reached 24.8 billion euros.

Foot Locker exec jumps to REI

Kim Waldmann is now chief commercial officer at the outdoor retailer, which also just brought on former Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario to its board.

How Brooks Brothers is refreshing the oldest apparel brand in the US

Marisa Thalberg, chief customer and marketing officer at Catalyst Brands, details how the “Make It Yours” campaign transforms the brand’s positioning.

The Salvation Army launches first digital thrift store on Roblox

“Thrift Score” is a shoppable digital environment — and a way to engage Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers. 

How Coach cocreated a campaign with Gen Z communities around the world

Chief Marketing Officer Joon Silverstein explains how “Explore Your Story” demonstrates the luxury brand’s embrace of social-first marketing.

Retail brands want their tariff money back

Allbirds, On and more have filed lawsuits after the latest turn in the tariff landscape, though the industry is slowly becoming “desensitized” to trade volatility.

Is Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s comeback hitting a plateau?

The apparel retailer is monitoring disruptions from tariffs and conflict in the Middle East as it contemplates growth opportunities.

Bath & Body Works wants to transform from a specialty retailer to a ‘premier global brand’

Sales were down in Q4 and are forecast to be down in 2026. But, the company has a transformation plan to meet customers where they are. 

Target’s earnings lag in the holiday quarter

The retailer's net sales declined again, with drops across multiple merchandise categories. However, Target expects gains during fiscal 2026 and tapped a chief brand officer.

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Walmart expands digital shelf labels to all US stores

By the end of this year, all locations will feature the tags, which help associates change prices, restock items and fulfill online orders quicker.

The Weekly Closeout: Walmart agrees to $100M FTC settlement and Puma posts double-digit declines

The government agency alleges that the big-box retailer deceived delivery drivers regarding their pay, while the athletic brand’s net sales fell 27% in Q4.

Williams-Sonoma names chief marketing officer

Abby Teisch, who was already on the retailer’s marketing team, will focus on performance marketing, customer engagement and growth initiatives.

Is On’s muted guidance the sign of a ‘dwindling’ brand?

One analyst thinks so, though others brushed it off as the activewear brand scored 30% net sales growth in 2025 and record high Q4 margins.

Memory shortage looms over Best Buy’s prospects

Data centers are hoarding computing memory, which is poised to push up prices on consumer electronics at a time of already soft demand.

Michaels revamps loyalty program with an eye on top-spending customers

The craft retailer is updating its tiers, adding another rewards level for its most loyal — and spendy — customers.

The Backroom: Walmart and Target are not the same

The team discusses how different the companies are, despite ushering in new executive leadership at the same time.

Merrell’s first global brand platform looks to redefine the outdoors

The footwear brand is pitching nature as a refuge for consumers who are overwhelmed by the pace and digital demands of modern life.