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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.

Stanley 1913’s approach to product development through diversity

Executive Graham Nearn spoke to Retail Dive about how Stanley is expanding its offerings as it grows into a global brand.

Updated April 13, 2026

QVC Group preps bankruptcy filing

The television shopping network is buckling under billions in debt as losses pile up.

Bergdorf merchant heads to Nordstrom after Saks Global drops lawsuit

Yumi Shin has taken a newly created role, executive vice president of global brand partnerships, reporting to chief merchant Jamie Nordstrom.

The Weekly Closeout: Reebok returns to hockey, Nordstrom Local expands

The athletics retailer is reentering the category through a deal with Wholesale Sports. Meanwhile, the department store is growing its footprint in California. 

Vince expresses confidence in Saks Global, despite $6M bad debt expense

The fashion company “took a hit” in Q4 due to the conglomerate, but is optimistic about the future. 

Millennials, Gen Zers warm up to AI shopping tools

While younger shoppers are open to using the technology, consumers overall are wary of surveillance pricing, per a new report. 

Walmart to modernize Great Value private label design

The consumer product assortment was launched 30-plus years ago, and its packaging has been the same for a decade.

Pacsun brings its PS Vintage program to stores

Initially launching in 16 locations, the concept will offer customers thousands of secondhand apparel pieces, from hoodies to denim.

Rent the Runway turns to marketplace, other sideline businesses to stoke revenue

The subscription site is also launching more than 30 new brands and expanding its “everyday” and “workwear” assortments.

How Abercrombie & Fitch uses geofencing for customer feedback

The retailer can better understand why customers did not purchase an item after an in-store visit and then share those signals with store managers.

J.C. Penney’s latest campaign highlights ballers on a budget

The department store’s “Inside Lane” features five college and professional women's basketball players sporting everyday looks.

David’s Bridal brings wedding shopping to ChatGPT, Copilot

In addition to integrating its assortment with the chatbots, the bridal retailer will audit its inventory to make it more suitable for AI shopping experiences.

The running list of major retail deals

In the first quarter of 2026, Anta Sports took a minority stake in Puma, Bob’s Discount Furniture filed for an IPO and Aritzia bought Fred Segal.

Updated April 7, 2026

Dollar General’s media network rolls out AI store audio program

The discount retailer is bringing the in-store media offering to about 6,000 locations through a new partnership with QSIC.

Williams-Sonoma names president of Rejuvenation

In the role, longtime company veteran Aujsha Taylor will oversee the banner’s merchandising strategies, product innovation and growth initiatives.

Nike’s innovation chief departs as leadership turnover continues

Turnarounds rely on innovation cycles, and the abrupt departure of Tony Bignell could be another sign that the retail giant isn’t out of the woods, one analyst said.

Inflation surges most since 2022 as consumer sentiment hits record low

Concern about inflationary harm from the Iran war flared across all demographic groups — by age, income and political affiliation.

On, Zendaya launch first co-created collection

The collection — which features tank tops, T-shirts, jackets, pants and more — comes to life through a marketing campaign directed by Spike Jonze.

Richard Baker subpoenaed for communications with ex-Saks Global CEO Marc Metrick

A committee of unsecured creditors says the Saks Global executive chairman has rebuffed requests for information as part of the luxury retailer’s bankruptcy.

Inside Walmart’s creator-driven social commerce playbook

The retail giant’s head of content, influencer and commerce shared its social principles and details about its Walmart Creator program.

Mattress Firm parent Somnigroup to buy one of its suppliers for $2.5B

The all-stock transaction to acquire Leggett & Platt will bolster the mattress giant’s influence across the industry, analysts said Monday.

Target fuels next-day delivery expansion with Shipt

The retailer will grow a direct-from-store shipping capability with its subsidiary as it chases lower costs, executives said.

CBP: Tariff refund process will take 60-90 days to issue returns

The agency previously said its in-development system would deliver refunds up to 45 days after a request was submitted.

Dollar General bets on beauty with savings event

The discount retailer, which recently reported strong Q4 earnings results, is adding to a broader effort to become a beauty destination.