Could Gen Z be the end of the line for retailers?

The young generation now coming of age has creative ideas about ownership and status that could spell trouble for retailers.

By Daphne Howland • July 17, 2014

Thanks to static wages, June retail sales just okay

Economists say America's average annual wage growth of 2% is not enough to boost retail spending. 

By Daphne Howland • July 17, 2014

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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.

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Hobby Lobby owners look to build Bible museum in Washington

The $800 million venture will host over 400,000 artifacts, including rare Torahs and Bibles. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • July 16, 2014

Changes sought for part-time, pregnant workers

The issues both Congress and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission are trying to address affect many retail workers.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2014

Adidas victorious in World Cup efforts

The sportswear retailer sponsored both teams that competed in the final game, and saw its sales and social media activity explode during the whole tournament.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2014

Sears unveils fashion collection with Seventeen magazine

The retailer has launched an apparel and accessories collection curated by Seventeen and priced at under $50.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2014

Just for You: The promise of retail mass customization is finally here

Mass customization has been a buzzword in retail for decades, but technology is finally making it possible.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2014

Apple and IBM team up to bring 100 new business apps to iPhones

The partnership will bring some enterprise apps using cloud services to retail.

By Kelsey Lindsey • July 15, 2014

LivingSocial nabs CEO of Shopping.com to fill chief executive role

Gautam Thakar brings both advertising and e-commerce experience to the struggling online discount company. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • July 15, 2014

HarperCollins opens new e-commerce 'paths to the consumer'

The publisher is getting into the retail game, launching new e-commerce capabilities to its site.

By Daphne Howland • July 15, 2014

Apple wins, loses trademark requests

Apple failed to win a U.S. trademark for its “Touch ID,” but scored EU protection for its store layout design. 

By Daphne Howland • July 15, 2014

Mattress retailer may invite Goldilocks treatment

A small furniture chain in Milwaukee is exploring unstaffed mattress stores.

By Daphne Howland • July 15, 2014

Report: Retailers dragging their feet in analytics strategies

Most retailers, except Amazon, don’t have the structure or approach to leverage their analytics investments.

By Daphne Howland • July 15, 2014

Is retail in a funk?

One retailer went from blaming the weather for falling sales to blaming a "retail funk" in the economy.

By Daphne Howland • July 15, 2014

Top News Tuesday: Changes at Microsoft and vital port talks

In a new series, Retail Dive has selected the top news to keep an eye on this week. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • July 14, 2014

Survey: Consumers go out of their way for points, rewards

Many people would drive farther or switch brands to earn and collect points.

By Daphne Howland • July 14, 2014

Email edges out social media in driving sales

A report shows that as m-commerce increases, mobile users are also taking to other devices for shopping.

By Daphne Howland • July 14, 2014

June retail sales have both ups and downs

Retailers enjoyed the weather last month, while consumers enjoyed the discounts.

By Daphne Howland • July 14, 2014

Top Five Friday: Sketchy returns and CEO confessions

The retail-sphere was buzzing this week with news of tech launches and fun fitting programs. From funny return stories to an insight on the growing Hispanic consumer group, below are this week's most read content on Retail Dive.  Former J.C. Penney CEO reveals he tried to quit thre...

By Kelsey Lindsey • July 11, 2014

Spring mobile shopping app raises $7.5M

Spring’s developers hope to make a mobile marketplace that could give Amazon a run for its money.

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2014

Wal-Mart offers lower prices to online customers

The move takes on Amazon, but seems a bit disruptive to the retailer’s omnichannel approach.

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2014

Report: Mobile ads move shopping

A great majority of consumers say mobile ads would motivate them to visit a store.

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2014

Spring raises $7.5 million for mobile shopping app

The new company is looking to build a digital shopping mall to compete with heavy hitters like Amazon and eBay. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • July 10, 2014

Uniqlo sibling brand lets shoppers try out clothes for a day

Retailer GU has piloted a system where people can walk out of the store wearing merchandise ... without paying or leaving a credit card number.

By Daphne Howland • July 10, 2014

Another Pinterest tweak makes following brands easier

The social network is testing a service where shoppers can stay on a retail website and still follow its Pinterest content.

By Daphne Howland • July 10, 2014