Target admits Neiman Marcus flop

With the failure of the much-hyped Neiman Marcus holiday collection, Target claims it has learned a valuable lesson.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 25, 2013

Saks revamps loyalty program with free shipping

Saks is extending upgrades to loyalty card holders with perks such as free shipping.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 24, 2013

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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Starbucks to open 1300 new stores after 2012 triumph

Starbucks had another successful quarter with high sales, successful product launches and a 12% bump in profits.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 24, 2013

Target bites 'Twi-hards' with exclusive release of final movie

Target will capitalize on the "Twilight" success by releasing an exclusive DVD and blu-ray package.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 24, 2013

PetSmart announces executive reshuffling

PetSmart is changing things up internally with roles shifting for top executive positions from CEO to Chairman.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 24, 2013

Will Target's Snack Bowl app make consumers hungry?

Target launched its new Snack Bowl app to entertain consumers while marketing Super Bowl snacks and foods.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 23, 2013

Is Pinterest the new retail marketing miracle?

The social media site is attracting amazingly successful advertising from major brands and retailers.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 23, 2013

Why Sears' aging brand will struggle against Macy's

Despite its 100-year history, Sears can't seem to shake its reputation as Grandma's store of choice.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 23, 2013

Abercrombie & Fitch outperforms expectations

Abercrombie & Fitch now ranks #1 on the Zacks Consensus Estimate after strong sales performance over the last year.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Walmart will open 37 new Supercenters in Canada

The struggling economy hasn't put a damper Walmart's $450 million expansion plans.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Wegman and Smucker execs win Hall of Fame honors

Two family-oriented executives win high honors during the 2013 GMA Chairman's Lecture.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Hurricane Sandy forced retailers to learn hard lessons

Retailers found out the hard way that businesses cannot rely upon government aid. 

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Kohl's donates $2 million to Discovery World

By teaming up with Discovery World,  Kohl's has pledged $2 million towards building new educational design labs.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Walmart unleashes a 'zero tolerance' policy for global sourcing standards violators

In response to a Bangladesh factory fire that killed 112 people, Walmart is eliminating its "3 strike" policy and instituting a "zero tolerance" policy instead.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Target edges ahead with Web-exclusive brands

Target is taking a new direction to differentiate itself from other online retailers in the form of six online-only brands debuting  in clothing and home products.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

3 tech trends stand to reshape the retail world

Despite an earlier-than-ever holiday season, retailers show the least amount of sales growth since 2008, thanks to these tech developments.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013

Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work list hits, Wegman's ranks high

Men's Wearhouse, and Nordstrom also earned spots, thanks to Fortune's annual survey.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 18, 2013

Tebow gives back in a partnership with Furniture Row

Tebow may not be likely to return to the Jets, but he'll help out orphans with Furniture Row for a third year running.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013

Amazon beats out luxury sites on customer satisfaction

Coach, Inc. and Tiffany & Co. offer products with status appeal, but they fall short in satisfaction, according to Foresee's index.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013

Lord & Taylor gains exclusive retailer sponsorship for 'Project Runway'

Lord & Taylor has teamed up with mega show 'Project Runway' as the show's only retailer sponsor, giving the store an opportunity to host an episode challenge in March.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013

OfficeMax gives Go Daddy an in-store presence

The effort will target small-to-medium-sized business customers.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013

eBay and PayPal anticipate exceeding $20 billion in 2013

After surpassing estimates in 2012, eBay and PayPal both have big ambitions for 2013.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013

Big plans for 8 major retailers in 2013

Walmart, Whole Foods, and Ethan Allen have all unveiled major goals for 2013.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013

Toys 'R' Us gives $1 million towards Hurricane Sandy relief

The Toys "R" Us Children's Fund will contribute to help rebuild the New Jersey communities that the company serves.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013

Staples SVP, John Burke, becomes chief culture officer

The big name in office supplies just created the position, and Burke will be the first carry the title.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 16, 2013