Samsung increases its stake in the Canadian retail landscape

The company has announced a new partnership with Best Buy Canada.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 25, 2013

Sephora CEO steps down to join Kendo Brands

David Suliteanu’s impending successor is former Sears Canada chief executive Calvin McDonald.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 25, 2013

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The state of retail returns

Retailers of all sizes are streamlining operations so customers can have a smooth return experience. 

By Retail Dive staff

Wal-Mart plans huge China push, 110 new stores

Serving growing numbers of online customers will also be key for the U.S. company.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 24, 2013

Build-A-Bear teams up with FAO Schwartz for new in-store location

The store-within-a-store will soon debut at FAO Schwartz’s flagship in Manhattan.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 24, 2013

Nordstrom announces two new Nordstrom Rack locations

Both new off-price store locations will be open to shoppers beginning in fall of 2014.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 24, 2013

Sears fully redesigns its Home Appliance Showrooms

More than 60 showroom locations have been revamped since August.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 24, 2013

Lands’ End will open first standalone mall location near Chicago

The new landmark location will mark the retailer’s 50th anniversary year.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 24, 2013

Safeway names new senior vice president of customer loyalty

Keith Colburn began his tenure with the company in 2011.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 23, 2013

Under Armour names several new executives to senior roles

The move is designed to help the company enhance its executive team during global expansion.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 23, 2013

Publix to exit convenience market, sell its PIX locations

Publix is pulling the plug on convenience and will sell its PIX stores

By Paul Conley • Oct. 23, 2013

Safeway up for sale—and Cerberus could be a buyer

A group of buyout firms, including the parent of Jewel and Albertsons, is eyeing a takeover of Safeway, according to Reuters.

By Paul Conley • Oct. 23, 2013

10 ways to advance your career in retail

We asked experienced retail professionals to tell us what they wish someone had told them when they were getting started, and now we're going to share their answers with you.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 22, 2013

RetailMeNot appoints new executive to board of directors

Square executive Gokul Rajaram began his tenure with the company this month.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 22, 2013

Wayfair names former Warner Music executive as CFO

The move is another possible indication that Wayfair is preparing to file for IPO.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 22, 2013

Pier 1 launches stock buyback, names three new executives to board

The company has officially approved the $200 million repurchasing program.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 21, 2013

Safeway will boost stock buyback by $2 billion

The announcement follows the company’s recent decision to exit the Chicago market.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 21, 2013

RadioShack announces long-term agreement with Citi Retail Services

The relationship could serve as a key element of RadioShack’s re-branding .

By Philip Nations • Oct. 18, 2013

Kroger Co. names new COO to complete succession plan

Michael Ellis will soon fill a top role for the largest grocery store chain in the U.S.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 18, 2013

Toys 'R' Us appoints two new executives to top roles

The hires should help the company maintain stability throughout the holiday shopping season.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 17, 2013

Online office supply merchant Poppin hires five new executives

The e-commerce company hopes the move will help facilitate multichannel growth.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 16, 2013

J.C. Penney reaches extension on private label credit card

The embattled retail chain has announced a deal with GE Capital through the year 2020.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 16, 2013

Apple scores big hire, grabs Burberry's CEO

Angela Ahrendts will get a newly-established exccutive position when she arrives at Apple.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 15, 2013

Family Dollar appoints new lead merchandising officer

Jason Reiser served with Sam’s Club before joining Family Dollar in July.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 15, 2013

Food stamp glitch results in free-for-all spending, empty Walmart shelves

The problems impacted retailers in 17 states, but two Walmart locations experienced Black Friday-like crowd issues.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 14, 2013

Grocery delivery's future: 10 services battling for customers right now

These startups, industry giants and niche players each want a say in which trucks are hauling the nation's food bags from stores to homes.

By Linda Cui • Oct. 14, 2013