Zara pulls shirt after public outcry

Many people thought the design resembled Nazi concentration camp uniforms. Yet the retailer has been down this road before, and that could be a result of its uber-fast production.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2014

Books-A-Million names new VP of e-commerce

James Phelps, most recently director of digital production at HSN, takes a position that is new at the bookseller.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2014

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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

Michaels sees sales gains

The arts and crafts retailer said it will shake off losses partly associated with its recent IPO, raising its forecast for the year.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2014

RadioShack in talks with shareholder to prevent bankruptcy

Sources say hedge fund Standard General LP is drawing up a plan to help RadioShack avoid a bankruptcy filing. 

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2014

DSW pays a price for omni-channel efforts

The shoe retailer reported continued flat sales for the quarter, and expects them to stay that way due to investments in fulfillment and other systems.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2014

Nordstrom's loyalty program drives almost half of sales

The department store’s Nordstrom Rewards members shop more often and spend more than non-members.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2014

Tiffany beats expectations with strong sales

The high-end jewelry company is doing well and expects that trend to continue. 

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2014

Best Buy stymied by continued sales slump

The electronics retailer missed sales estimates for the most recent quarter and lowered its forecast for the year.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2014

Wal-Mart issuing EMV credit cards

Customers with a Wal-Mart-branded MasterCard will receive the new “chip and PIN”-enabled card within weeks.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2014

Amazon buys game-watching site Twitch for close to $1B

The e-retail giant reportedly beat out Google for the popular live-video site.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2014

Walgreens adds its name to Duane Reade storefronts

Walgreens bought its 54-year-old rival in 2010, but is only now co-branding the drug store chains.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2014

Newegg offers same-day delivery in Los Angeles

The electronics e-retailer is the latest to join the super-fast delivery game.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2014

Ann Inc. under pressure from investors to sell business

The women’s apparel retailer reported disappointing sales in its second quarter, especially at its Loft brand.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2014

Crate & Barrel founder returns

Gordon Segal is coming out of retirement to lend a hand as the retailer searches for a new CEO.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2014

Report: Target malware caused more retail data breaches than first thought

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security released a report that shows the "Backoff" malware targeted more than 1,000 American businesses.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2014

How Sears is 'aggressively' moving away from the traditional retail model

Sears Holdings CEO Eddie Lampert said that the company will be making a series of moves to completely transform its business model. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • Aug. 22, 2014

Home Depot names new CEO

The home-improvement retailer is tapping retail chief Craig Menear to replace Frank Blake.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 22, 2014

PayPal spinoff idea resurfaces

Although eBay has vehemently opposed the idea of spinning off its payment unit, the company is now reportedly considering it seriously.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 22, 2014

PetSmart considering sale

The pet supplies retailer is giving into pressure from investors for a sale.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 22, 2014

Back-to-school, by the numbers (Infographic)

Retailers are in the mist of the second largest shopping time of the year. From the most demanded supplies to consumer frustrations, here are some things they should know. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • Aug. 21, 2014

Malware hits 51 UPS stores

The breach compromised personal and credit card information from some 100,000 payments made from January to August this year.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2014

American Eagle Outfitters has better-than-expected Q2

The news of yet another teen apparel retailer reporting good results could bode well for the retail sector.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2014

Macy's to pay $650K to settle racial profiling case

The department store follows Barney's and other retailers in settling racial profiling charges brought by New York State.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2014

Bain Capital takes 50% stake in Toms

Some critics say that the buy from the investment firm could hurt the retailer’s philanthropic priorities. 

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2014

Family Dollar rejects Dollar General offer over antitrust fears

The dollar store chain’s board of directors unanimously rejected Dollar General’s offer and reiterated support for a merger with Dollar Tree.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2014