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

Explore the Trendline➔

The state of retail returns

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

By Retail Dive staff

Dick’s Sporting Goods continues brick-and-mortar expansion efforts

Last week, the company opened three more locations in the U.S.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 14, 2013

Newgistics expands footprint to increase network size

The company is hopeful the domestic expansion will help refine shipping efficiency.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 14, 2013

ShopRunner raises additional $200 million from investors

Will the new funds help the shipping service stay competitive with Amazon?

By Philip Nations • Oct. 14, 2013

J.C. Penney gives up on new logo, brings back the old one

It looks like a step in the right direction, considering everything Penney has been through.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 11, 2013

Safeway plans to sell off Dominick’s and exit Chicago

How will the $4 billion in potential new profit from the move be utilized?

By Philip Nations • Oct. 11, 2013

Convenience store salaries surge; CEO pay hits record

Salaries rose across every job category at U.S. convenience stores, and chief executives hit record pay levels.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 10, 2013

Paypal releases new software-only mobile payments app

The technology is the second mobile payment app to be released by the company in recent months.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 10, 2013

Men’s Wearhouse deflects takeover bid, stock shares soar

Sometimes rejection can be a good thing.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 10, 2013

Self-checkout stations take a beating in WSJ column

Machines are better than humans at many things, but not at ringing up the groceries, evidently.

By Paul Conley • Oct. 9, 2013

'Click and mortar': A sound strategy for besting Amazon?

The head of Carrefour would tell you the answers is yes.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 9, 2013

Wal-Mart bows out of retail in India for now

Are you really surprised?

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 9, 2013

Brooks Brothers is getting into the restaurant business

The clothing retailer's new steakhouse will be located near its flagship Madison Avenue store.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 8, 2013

Radioshack opens two newly-designed concept locations in NYC

The rethought stores emphasize consumer interaction with in-store merchandise. 

By Philip Nations • Oct. 8, 2013

Juicy Couture fetches $195M in sale to Authentic Brands

Lucky Brand may be the next to go.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 7, 2013

Harris Teeter shareholders vote yes on acquisition

Kroger's $2.44 billion offer triggered a strong turnout among shareholders eager to sell.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 4, 2013

The Container Store files for IPO, looking for $200M

Can the stock offering help the specialty retail chain expand into new markets? 

By Philip Nations • Oct. 1, 2013

Top 5 Tips for Black Friday Queue Management

Crowds, long lines, and Black Friday are synonymous. But just because some people thrive on the adrenaline and havoc that courses through this annual retail holiday, that doesn’t mean queue managers have to succumb to the masses.

By Imogen Bradbury • Sept. 30, 2013

Delivery service suspends operations at Trader Joe's

Instacart says it has suspended deliveries from the chain's Chicago locations.

By Paul Conley • Sept. 30, 2013

Trader Joe's backtracks (a bit) on Obamacare decision

The grocery chain may increase subsidies for part-timers seeking insurance under Obamacare.

By Paul Conley • Sept. 30, 2013

Kroger appoints new president of Fry’s Food Stores

Steve McKinney will begin serving in the new role effective immediately.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 30, 2013

Former Giant-Landover president will join Schnuck Markets

Anthony Hucker will take over the role of chief strategy officer for the company.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 27, 2013

Wegmans sets higher standard for produce safety

Wegmans Food Markets will require certification from all growers who sell to the chain.

By Paul Conley • Sept. 26, 2013

Loblaw shakes up its structure with two new executive roles

Will the newly created positions within the company drive revenue sales?

By Philip Nations • Sept. 26, 2013