Walmart Marketplace expands into musical instruments

The mass retailer debuted a curated digital storefront with products for all skill levels, setting it up to compete with well-known music retailers.

Macy’s to lay off nearly 1,000 at Connecticut fulfillment center

The retailer is shuttering operations at two Cheshire sites, starting March 14.

Sephora to dedicate curated spaces to K-beauty rival Olive Young

The effort is part of the Korean beauty retailer’s global expansion, which includes opening its first U.S. stores later this year.

Longtime Neiman Marcus merchant heads to Bloomingdale’s

Russ Patrick left the luxury retailer a few years ago and returns to the department store sector as general merchandise manager of home at the Macy’s Inc. banner.

Walmart’s John Furner overhauls leadership

The soon-to-be CEO of Walmart Inc. announced a slew of executive changes, including his own successor to lead the U.S. business.

What 10 retail executives have to say about AI

Executives from Dick’s Sporting Goods to Macy’s offered insights as the industry grapples with integrating the new tech into their operations.

Gap Inc. hires Paramount exec for ‘fashiontainment’ role in quest to boost relevance and revenue

Pam Kaufman takes the newly created job in early February, reporting to CEO Richard Dickson.

Under Armour elevates Americas president to chief merchant

Kara Trent will take on the position next month, as Chief Product Officer Yassine Saidi transitions to a senior adviser role.

3 DTC brands on why good old-fashioned retail still works

Executives from Beyond Yoga, Mejuri and Coterie discussed the undeniable value of brick and mortar in an increasingly digital world.

Macy’s closes remaining units at Connecticut distribution center

The facility will cease all operations after the retailer completes layoffs, which are set to begin March 14. 

Coach expands gaming footprint with The Sims virtual fashions

Wearable items with 65 print and color variations are available for free to players, allowing for the creation of hundreds of different looks.

November retail sales grew nearly 4%

The data from the U.S. Commerce Department showed consumers continued to spend on apparel but pulled back on home goods.

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Amazon says its Saks Global investment is ‘worthless’

The e-commerce giant’s complaints could signal a long and contentious bankruptcy process for the luxury company.

Target, Jeremiah Brent team on bedding collection

The “Queer Eye” star’s line aims to provide affordable, stylish bedding options to suit the retailer’s budget-conscious customers.

‘You have to be willing to challenge everything’: VF Corp leaders discuss turnaround progress

Executives from Vans, The North Face and Timberland laid out their plans for evolution while maintaining each brand’s heritage.

Bark receives take-private offer

The online pet retailer has faced falling sales and non-compliance warnings from the New York Stock Exchange in recent years.

J.C. Penney expands 2 home collections

A kitchen line with chef Jenny Martinez is moving into other home goods, while a Laura Ashley partnership is entering stores for the first time.

Saks Global files for bankruptcy, shakes up leadership after a year of struggles

Former Neiman Marcus Group chief ​​Geoffroy van Raemdonck, now CEO, is bringing on a fresh slate of executives — and has a $1.75 billion financing package to work with.

Retailers carefully balance human intelligence with AI adoption

Executives at NRF’s Big Show were quick to say AI can collaborate with — not replace — humans, though it is changing the types of work companies need from employees. 

Amazon takes on Walmart with new store concept

The approximately 225,000-square-foot store the retailer is planning near Chicago will sell groceries alongside general merchandise.

Puma names new senior global brand marketer following reorganization

The appointment of Nadia Kokni follows the struggling sportswear icon uniting several key marketing and product functions under a chief brand officer.

A look back at Bed Bath & Beyond’s pivotal year

As the retailer’s deal to acquire the former Kirkland’s nears closing, here’s a review of the events that brought us to this point.

J.C. Penney’s loss balloons in Q3 as sales continue to slide

Still, the results were “not terrible,” given the department store’s improvements and its target customers’ financial stress, GlobalData said.

How Home Depot, Wayfair executives are preparing for an agentic AI future

The technology is redefining how customers interact with brands, but at least some parts of shopping will remain a human experience, executives said Sunday at NRF.

Macy’s to close Oklahoma fulfillment center

The Tulsa facility is slated to shutter this spring, according to a company spokesperson.