Wal-Mart tells suppliers that orders are getting cut

Inventory has got to go, and the retail mega-chain is figuring out how to handle the situation.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 25, 2013

Nice N' Easy's small-format stores win over shoppers

Nice N' Easy customers are flocking to the smaller-format stores, and they want more.

By Paul Conley • Sept. 25, 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

What makes Best Buy's back-to-school ad campaign so effective?

The retailer made some key decisions. Here's what you can learn from its efforts.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 25, 2013

Wal-Mart to grow store staff by 55,000 for holiday season

The company also has plans to promote another 70,000 current employees.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 24, 2013

President and CEO of Weis Markets resigns to pursue other interests

The company has named acting vice chairman Jonathan H. Weis as interim chief executive.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 24, 2013

Lands’ End debuts new e-commerce site tailored for Canadian Consumers

The site features geo-tracking technology to pinpoint direct shipping costs for shoppers.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 24, 2013

Holiday hiring expected to fall for retailers this year

Not everyone's numbers are expected to be down, but Challenger, Gray & Christmas sees slumping totals ahead.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 23, 2013

Sears unveils store-within-a-store concept featuring kitchen remodeling

More than store 20 locations will debut the new home improvement service.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 23, 2013

Kmart launches incentive-based fundraiser for childhood cancer research

Members of the Shop Your Way loyalty program earn points in exchange for donations.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 23, 2013

Kroger CEO to step down

The company has announced transition plans, as well as David Dillon's successor.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 20, 2013

Kohl’s plans to cut healthcare for 20,000 store associates

The decision echoes a similar announcement made recently by Trader Joe's.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 20, 2013

Kohl’s will hire additional 53k workers for holiday shopping season

Hiring is already underway as the chain looks to get ahead.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 20, 2013

How to keep mobile ads flashy without using Flash

High-end fashion brand Hermès likes to woo shoppers with rich, animated, Flash-based ads showcasing its luxury apparel and accessories. Eye-catching ads are important for a brand that sells shoes that can easily run a consumer $1,000 a pair. But using animated Flash technology from Adobe Systems...

Sept. 19, 2013

OfficeMax CEO will not oversee Office Depot post-merger

Saligram will stay on at OfficeMax for now, but the big reveal leaves leadership questions wide open.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 19, 2013

Saks plans to expand its ‘luxury in a loft’ footprint

The retail chain plans to open seven new Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th stores by the end of next year.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 19, 2013

Footlocker unveils new e-commerce site to complement women’s fitness stores

The company currently operates five new SIX:02 stores and plans to launch more.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 19, 2013

OfficeMax opens new center aimed at digital innovation

Will the new center help the company bolster its omnichannel experience?

By Philip Nations • Sept. 19, 2013

Walgreen switching to exchanges for employee healthcare

Here's what the move will mean for the chain's workforce.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 18, 2013

Sears announces plans for $1 billion debt facility

The senior secured term loan would come under an existing credit program.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 17, 2013

Riteway Foods names new executive to lead Riteway Fresh division

Don Bishop has been chosen to direct the company’s new fresh food initiative.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 17, 2013

New Orleans attracts influx of big box retailers

The city has managed to bring in prominent names as it works to drive tax dollars back from its suburbs.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 16, 2013

REI faces confusion, surge in returns

The outdoor equipment retailer altered its long-established policies this year, but questions linger.

By Brian Warmoth • Sept. 16, 2013

Staples opens dedicated e-commerce innovation center

The new Seattle operation is intended to attract high-end talent for the company.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 13, 2013

Twitter announces IPO filing on heels of MoPub buy

The social media company took its biggest step yet toward becoming publicly traded, following a purchase that could impact retailers.

By Philip Nations • Sept. 13, 2013

JustFab opens first physical store on west coast

Will the new flagship location help the company further increase sales?

By Philip Nations • Sept. 13, 2013