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Ulta Beauty, Google partner on AI-powered shopping experiences

The beauty retailer has launched Ulta AI, a shopping assistant available on its website that soon will roll out to its app. 

EBay closes San Francisco office

The marketplace giant also eliminated 800 roles earlier this year as it refocuses its operations on fashion, peer-to-peer sales and resale.

Home Depot adds AI phone agents to field store calls

The home improvement retailer saw significant time savings in a 50-store pilot and plans to expand the system to all U.S. stores during the coming year.

Best Buy CEO Corie Barry to step down as sales stagnate

Jason Bonfig will succeed her on Oct. 31. He currently leads the retailer's ads and marketplace businesses as chief customer, product and fulfillment officer.

Men’s Wearhouse owner aims to rejoin the stock market

Tailored Brands struggled even after its 2020 bankruptcy as the menswear specialist grappled with the pandemic and changing consumer habits.

Party City launches inside 700 Staples stores

The effort, which includes a selection of balloons and decor, will expand to additional Staples locations by the end of the year. 

Are retailers ready for what the weight-loss boom requires?

The era of GLP-1 and similar drugs goes beyond consumers refreshing their closets, and merchants are going to need a new mindset.

Amazon brings back summer beauty event

The sale, which kicks off Monday and runs through May 10, features deals on brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Biodance, Dyson and Estée Lauder. 

Dollar General names VP of supply chain optimization

Matt Lucas will guide improvements in the retailer's supply chain network, while Kyle Gorman was promoted to vice president of distribution.

Inside American Eagle’s latest bet on Sydney Sweeney for its summer campaign

Chief Marketing Officer Craig Brommers details the next chapter of a tie-up that proved highly successful — and controversial — for the Gen Z denim retailer.

Primark to be spun off into stand-alone company

Parent company Associated British Foods plans to separate the fashion retailer from its food business before the end of 2027.

Lululemon launches e-commerce in Mexico, expands brick-and-mortar presence

The company will open eight stores in the country this year, as it continues to push its international operations. 

Richard Baker claps back, moves to quash subpoena in Saks Global bankruptcy case

The retailer’s former executive chairman said he’s been locked out of his company email and doesn’t have all the details a group of creditors is seeking.

Vuori taps Rothy’s exec for first product chief

Heather Archibald, who has also held roles at RH and Gap Inc., will oversee design, merchandising and sourcing for the brand.

Target to open 6 new stores in May

The mass retailer is leaning into larger store footprints, with most of the new locations topping its average square footage. 

Levi’s CEO on AI, sticking to values

Michelle Gass took the stage at the Semafor World Economy conference in Washington, D.C., to discuss the brand’s heritage and evolution.

Uber Eats launches retail returns

The delivery company wants to solve one of the biggest pain points in retail, and is starting with companies like Best Buy and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Kendra Scott eyes expansion with first business chief

Adrienne Gernand, a veteran of Gap Inc., will be responsible for expanding the brand’s assortment and global reach.

Home Depot eyes same-day, next-day delivery site in New York

The potential distribution center in Yaphank, which the retailer is seeking a tax break for, would be part of its wider supply chain investment strategy.

QVC Group follows through on bankruptcy, readies itself for a new live-shopping era

The Chapter 11 process applies only to U.S. entities and will be swift, as the company has a plan to drastically reduce its $6.6 billion debt.

Walmart continues aggressive store updates and expansion drive

The mass merchant plans to open around 20 stores over the next two years and remodel 650 supercenters and Neighborhood Market stores in 2026.

Backcountry acquires Coalatree as it debuts brand incubator

The retailer, which bought cycling company Velotech in September, is looking for more partnerships with up-and-coming brands.

CBP preps tariff refund portal for April 20 launch

The system will go live at 8 a.m. EDT to begin the electronic returns process for an estimated $127 billion in tariffs, the agency said.

Home Depot acquires warehouse tech firm to boost fulfillment strategy

The deal follows a distribution center pilot with Simpl Automation, which resulted in faster pick speeds and fewer product touches.

Bath & Body Works pulls back on laundry offering

CEO Daniel Heaf spoke at the Semafor World Economy summit about refocusing on core product categories and improving the online business.