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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.

Puma names new CFO, touts turnaround progress

The activewear brand will lean on a Hugo Boss alum to help steer its ongoing turnaround efforts as it seeks to rightsize inventory and reduce costs.

Saks Global slashes 16% of its corporate workforce

The latest round of downsizing comes amid the luxury retailer’s bankruptcy and leaves it to focus resources “toward critical capabilities that will drive profitable, sustainable growth,” a spokesperson said Thursday.

Target launches new kind of supply chain facility

The Houston Receive Center gives the retailer more inventory-holding capacity before sending products to downstream locations.

Estée Lauder now expects up to 10K role reductions

The cosmetics company increased its expected role cuts as part of its restructuring effort, with much of the increase in point-of-sale jobs at department stores.

Carter’s brings on Build-A-Bear vet as CEO

The appointment of Sharon Price John as chief executive comes only a year after the company named someone else to the top spot.

J. Jill names Coach vet as chief marketing officer

Kimberly Wallengren, who also worked at American Eagle and Adidas, will focus on brand positioning, expanding customer reach and growing consumer engagement.

Claire’s marks next chapter with Gen Alpha-focused ASMR campaign

“A Girl SMR at Claire's” includes ASMR filming set-ups, a Summer Sensory Shop and a presence on teen-focused social platform Coverstar.

Amazon Prime Day moves to June

The e-commerce company's sales event happened in July last year. Meanwhile, Q1 earnings showed strong growth in online store net sales.

Walmart is bringing beauty-focused store associates to hundreds of stores

The "Beauty Expert" position, which features specialized training, is expanding this year after a successful pilot.

Kohl’s delves into AI for gift finding, aiding associates

The retailer launched a conversational AI agent to help shoppers find gifts, and is evolving how associates engage with data using the technology.

Bed Bath & Beyond CEO: AI will lead to ‘significant reduction in headcount’

Areas impacted at the retailer could include supply chain, IT, accounting, marketing and merchandising, Marcus Lemonis told analysts Monday.

Consumer confidence unexpectedly inches up as view of jobs brightens

The improved outlook among consumers toward the labor market bolstered the argument among Federal Reserve officials opposing a cut to the main interest rate.