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Bob’s Q1 growth defies wider sector trends

New store openings, strong comps and an expanding foothold with higher-income households helped the retailer navigate industrywide storms.

As Gen Z embraces Coach, Tapestry raises expectations

CEO Joanne Crevoiserat described opportunity in footwear for what she ultimately sees as a $10 billion brand. Meanwhile, Kate Spade stumbled in Q3.

Target shuffles merchandising leadership with slate of new SVPs

The mass retailer continues to revamp its leadership team as it works to regain product authority.

Ace Hardware releases AI assistant for store staff

Hey ARMA gives associates access to product knowledge, project advice and recommendations. 

Amazon’s latest AI feature allows shoppers to interact with product summaries

“Join the chat” enables real-time questions and answers while listening to AI-generated product summaries. 

Walmart, Costco poised to win amid unfavorable retail environment

Moody’s is maintaining a negative outlook for the industry in 2026 as high prices and dwindling consumer demand pressure retailers.

Old Navy turns to retail, entertainment vet to invigorate turnaround

Michael Francis has led marketing at Walmart, Target and Dreamworks and is now taking newly created roles at Gap Inc. and its value brand.

Adore Me weighs on Victoria’s Secret operating income

The company reported a $120 million impairment charge related to the subbrand, with the fair values of certain Adore Me assets deemed “nominal,” per a filing.

The Weekly Closeout: Heydude sales decline and Lululemon dishes about Chip Wilson

The Crocs-owned footwear brand's sales fell 12%, while the athletics company spelled out a fraught relationship in proxy documents.

Victoria’s Secret & Co. faces off with activist investor, again

BBRC wants shareholders to vote against reelecting two directors on the retailer’s board — a move that comes a few weeks before Victoria’s Secret’s poison pill expires.

SEC unveils blueprint for ditching quarterly reporting

The proposal is part of the “Make IPOs Great Again” push aimed at reducing the “rigidity” of rules governing public companies, SEC Chair Paul Atkins said Tuesday.

The Backroom: Redefining Pacsun

Brieane Olson talks about her book, “Co-created,” and her work as a merchant and now CEO in redefining the retailer for a new generation.

Brooks Running boasts global sales growth

The athletics retailer reported pronounced growth in China and an acceleration in apparel sales. 

REI reports flat sales, narrower losses as store workers call for a boycott

The REI Union said a boycott of the retailer’s anniversary sale is the only way to be heard, as contract talks ended last week without an agreement.

Gap targets improved traceability operations, data collection

The retailer aims to enhance coordination with suppliers using an AI layer from supply chain software company Inspectorio.

Dollar General bridges onsite, offsite retail media with new solution

Brands will be able to activate and optimize offsite and onsite inventory within The Trade Desk for the first time through an integration supported by Kevel.

Gap co-founder Doris Fisher dies at 94

Fisher and her husband Donald founded the company in 1969. The first Gap store opened in San Francisco and only sold men’s jeans and music. 

Why Academy Sports & Outdoors is going against the grain with store openings

Executives touted the retailer’s “outside-in” strategy for new locations, which prioritizes markets that are further away from big cities — and big competitors.

Mattel CEO: ‘Consumers are buying toys’

Ynon Kreiz said that the toy industry is healthy and the company is continuing to see demand.

Saks Global expects to exit bankruptcy in June with $1.2B in debt

The luxury retail conglomerate said it would be profitable in three years and that, starting next fiscal year, revenue growth would average 7% annually.

3 takeaways from Walmart’s 2026 annual report

The retailer's 2026 fiscal year boasted e-commerce growth, Supercenter openings and big AI initiatives. “We are at a pivotal moment,” CEO John Furner said.

US agentic commerce revenue forecast to reach $1 trillion by 2030

But even as the technology grows in popularity, the physical shopping experience will remain important, per a new report.

GameStop’s $56B eBay bid aims to create collectibles powerhouse

The gaming retailer submitted an unsolicited acquisition proposal for the online marketplace and suggested its store fleet could serve as eBay's fulfillment network.

The Weekly Closeout: Pat McGrath Labs exits bankruptcy, GameStop bets on ‘retro’

The cosmetics company forged a deal with GDA Luma, while the gaming retailer is expanding its assortment of older products nationwide.

Amazon opens logistics network to all businesses

Amazon Supply Chain Services covers freight, distribution, fulfillment and parcel delivery, including for non-Amazon sellers, with Lands' End among its users.