Former Best Buy exec finds a new home with LivingSocial.com

After leaving Best Buy in May, Barry Judge has signed on as LivingSocial.com's new chief marketing officer.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 10, 2013

Kmart hopes big-name celebrities will boost apparel sales

Maroon 5's Adam Levine and Nicki Minaj are stepping in after Kmart's 3.8% sales decline.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 10, 2013

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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

Almost half of smartphone users do mobile shopping research

With the onslaught of the mobile web with consumers,  45% of consumers are researching products with their smartphones via the mobile web, but only 23% actually make purchases from their devices.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 9, 2013

Target vows to match Amazon prices year round

The company takes aim at Amazon, Walmart, and Toys R Us. But what does the new strategy mean?

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 9, 2013

Who will fill Apple's retail void after Ron Johnson's departure?

Here are a few candidates from major companies such as Burberry and Nike.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 9, 2013

Sears CEO to depart next month

CEO Louis D'Ambrosio will step down in February, citing a family medical issue, and following a 1.8% decline in quarter-to-date sales.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013

GameStop aims high with Wii U launch, but falls short with holiday sales

After touting a successful launch of the Wii U, GameStop is not reporting overall success for the holiday season.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013

eBay releases new apps after reorganizing its mobile group

IPhone and iPad users are seeing numerous updates for eBay's mobile apps, reducing friction for buyers and sellers.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013

Sandy bring bankruptcy for retail company Big M

Annie Sez, Mandee, and Afaze parent company, Big M Inc., has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 8, 2013

Overstock.com begins offering free shipping with a minimum purchase

Following the trend among other major online retailers, Overstock.com is now offering free shipping on orders of $50.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013

Report shows center store still excels in some areas

Center store beat industry averages, while coffee and energy drinks saw increased sales.

By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 7, 2013

Complaints filed against Walmart by other retailers over price matching

Best Buy and Toys R Us have filed complaints against Walmart, citing price comparison ads with allegedly inaccurate claims.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013

Banana Republic to offer a Hamptons-inspired summer line

The store will partner with the Milly brand from designer Michelle Smith to go after a mix of sophistication and color.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013

Promising cheaper TVs, Chinese manufacturers push into U.S. markets

Manufacturers such as TCL Corps are capitalizing on U.S. consumers' concerns about looks and features over country of origin.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013

5 reasons clearance sales continue to be popular despite feeling less satisfaction by purchasing

Consumers are drawn to popular January sales and clearances, but these deals may be costing retailers in the long run with products that aren't satisfying.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013

Wonder Bread may be purchased by major Mexican retailer, Grupo Bimbo

Bankrupted Hostess brand  may be giving its bread  new life with a sale to major Mexican retailer, Grupo Bimpo

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 7, 2013

Gap brand grows as it acquires Intermix

Gap makes strides toward luxury purchasing the Intermix clothing line, marking its first major acquisition since 2008.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 4, 2013

Target concedes to a 'flat' December but is still on track for the fourth quarter

The retail leader admitted that 2012 did not bring a "not particularly great" holiday season.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 3, 2013

Macy's increases revenue for December but still anticipates 6 store closings

798 stores will stay open in 45 states, despite Macy's beating Wall Street estimates.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 3, 2013

Retailer email marketing grew 19% in 2012

Can you guess which month saw the heaviest load of inbox messages?

By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 2, 2013

Early black Friday sales and online deals fueled 2012 holiday retail trends

Retailers are changing their approach to the holiday shopping season with these notable trends making the top ten list for 2012.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 2, 2013

Neiman Marcus collection at Target misses its mark with consumers

Unlike previous designer debuts, dismal sales of the high-priced Neiman Marcus collection forced Target to slash prices just three weeks after its release.

By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 2, 2013

December retail numbers expected to disappoint

A same-store sales numbers come out this week, analysts are blaming several factors amid poor performance at registers. 

By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 1, 2013

Retailers struggle with multi-device shopping, but syncs and emails can help

As shoppers hop from mobile to desktop sites, retailers are addressing problems with unique approaches.

By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 29, 2012

5 facts about holiday retail activity in 2012

Walmart, Target and Kohl's saw December foot traffic spikes on different days, according to Placed.

By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 29, 2012