US resale market expected to surpass $78B by 2030

The U.S. secondhand market last year grew nearly four times faster than the broader retail clothing market, according to ThredUp’s latest report.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 3, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Converse drags down Nike, Wacoal acquires Glamorise

The sneaker brand’s sales fell more than 30% in the latest quarter, and the deal with Glamorise is aimed at strengthening Wacoal’s U.S. position.

By Retail Dive Staff • April 3, 2026

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How artificial intelligence is shaping retail

More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.

By Retail Dive staff

Consumers want associates to handle follow-up communication

Shoppers want personalized communication, but they want it to come directly from staff, which can in turn drive sales, an Endear study found.

By Bryan Wassel • April 1, 2026

Consumer sentiment falls 6%, hit by declining stocks, higher gas prices

Household expectations for inflation in 12 months rose to 3.8% from 3.4% in February in the biggest one-month gain since April 2025, the University of Michigan found in a survey.

By Jim Tyson • March 30, 2026

Activewear isn’t over. Everything’s just apparel now.

The lines between apparel, activewear and everything in between have only continued to blur. That isn’t a problem, except if the customer says it is.

By Cara Salpini • March 30, 2026

Retail leaders on embracing AI: ‘We have to keep trying things’

The theme of Shoptalk Spring was “Retail in the Age of AI.” Executives had strong opinions on the matter.

By Kaarin Moore , Caroline Jansen • March 30, 2026

In the age of AI, Home Depot’s stores have ‘never been more relevant’

While the retailer has been ramping up its AI-powered offerings, it aims to provide a frictionless experience across a customer’s shopping journey, wherever that may be.

By Caroline Jansen • March 27, 2026

The Backroom: Consumer resilience in trying times

Katie Thomas of the Kearney Consumer Institute talks about nuances in the K-shaped economy that help explain why discretionary retail sales have remained strong despite shoppers’ wariness.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 26, 2026

How Tecovas is leveraging AI to improve the store experience

The boot brand is using the tech to help with inventory replenishment and allocation, and foster better interactions between associates and customers.

By Caroline Jansen • March 26, 2026

How Lowe’s creator network is winning over the next generation of shoppers

The home improvement retailer has partnered with content creators like MrBeast to connect with Gen Alpha long before they purchase their first home.

By Caroline Jansen • March 25, 2026

GLP-1 users are changing apparel trends

Some categories, like intimates, are already seeing shifts as shoppers buy clothes for new body sizes and routines, according to a Circana report.

By Howard Ruben • March 25, 2026

Wealthy consumers are heading to dollar stores

Inflation pushed dollar stores to expand their price points. Higher-income shoppers, pressured by the same headwind, came along for the ride.

By Dani James • March 23, 2026

Destination XL hit by ‘volatility’ of GLP-1 usage

The plus-size apparel retailer reported Q4 total sales decreased 6% and expects the merger with FullBeauty Brands to close in the second quarter. 

By Dani James • March 20, 2026

Lowe’s launches subscription service for in-home maintenance

For $99 annually, HomeCare+ subscribers can have two in-home visits a year, spanning services like electric dryer vent cleaning and electric water heater flush.

By Howard Ruben • March 20, 2026

NRF forecasts 4.4% retail sales growth this year despite rising uncertainty

The group acknowledged a softening labor market, persistent inflation and fallout from geopolitical tensions, but said “underlying fundamentals” and higher tax refunds should boost consumers.

By Daphne Howland • March 19, 2026

Half of consumers prefer brands that don’t use generative AI, Gartner finds

Consumers who are ambivalent or distrust the technology may walk away if they feel forced to use AI, one analyst said.

By Bryan Wassel • March 18, 2026

Bob’s Discount Furniture posts 17% revenue gain in 2025, plots store openings

Fresh off its IPO, the furniture retailer represents a bright spot in an otherwise challenged home sector.

By Caroline Jansen • March 18, 2026

The US consumer is hitting a rough patch

Even before the Iran war’s oil price spikes, people were getting more cautious about spending. That means buying less from retailers.

By Daphne Howland • March 17, 2026

Amazon launches 1-hour, 3-hour delivery options

The offerings, now available in select cities and towns, feature a "supercenter" product assortment as the e-commerce giant battles competitors like Walmart.

By Max Garland • March 17, 2026

The economy is confusing. Your consumer understanding doesn’t have to be.

Retailers are using daily transaction insights to understand subtle (yet important) nuances of how consumer spending shifts during economic turbulence.

March 16, 2026

In the home sector, ‘the weak will get weaker’ this year

Retailers in the category face a poor housing market, elevated interest rates, low consumer confidence and ever-changing tariff policies.

By Caroline Jansen • March 10, 2026

What last year’s receipts say about the year ahead

Retail wasn’t out of style in 2025, shoppers simply chose more carefully. See the trends that filled bags, emptied shelves, and set the tone for retail’s 2026 runway.

March 9, 2026

Tariff refunds: Court provides first step with liquidation order

The Court of International Trade on Wednesday directed Customs and Border Protection to remove defunct tariffs when finalizing non-liquidated entries.

By Phil Neuffer , Antone Gonsalves • March 5, 2026

‘Target is not an everything store’: CEO

The retailer unveiled its multiyear turnaround plan, which includes an additional $1 billion operational investment and revamps of some private labels.

By Dani James • March 4, 2026

How Brooks Brothers is refreshing the oldest apparel brand in the US

Marisa Thalberg, chief customer and marketing officer at Catalyst Brands, details how the “Make It Yours” campaign transforms the brand’s positioning.

By Chris Kelly • March 4, 2026