Holiday sales predicted to rise by 3.5%: Deloitte

That’s slower than last year, as the research firm expects inflation’s impact to moderate and shoppers to have fewer pandemic-era savings.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 14, 2023

Walmart CEO talks consumer spending, inflation predictions

Inflation is on course to keep declining, but food prices are unlikely to return to their levels from two years ago, Doug McMillon said at an investor conference.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 14, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

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

TikTok Shop launches in US

Brands, merchants and creators can sell products directly through shoppable videos and livestream features.

By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 12, 2023

RH predicts market challenges will persist as sales fall 19%

Net income tumbled 37% in Q2 as the retailer faces industrywide challenges, including the highest mortgage rates in 20 years.

By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 11, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: RH wants to restore iconic Miami Beach property, Banana Republic sells furniture

RH submitted a proposal to “reimagine and restore” One Ocean Drive, while the Gap Inc. brand launched BR Home. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 8, 2023

[Podcast] Elevated Retail CX

Elevated Retail CX is a three-part podcast series that explores how brick-and-mortar locations can raise the bar on customer experience.

Updated June 3, 2024

Resale stigma fades among secondhand shoppers: survey

Nearly 70% of shoppers use money earned from reselling items to pay for bills or everyday living expenses, according to a new report. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 6, 2023

Why growing retailers prioritize the checkout experience

How you mix and match elements of the checkout experience can have a significant impact, and there’s a lot of opportunity to grow for retailers that have not optimized it.

Aug. 28, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Target faces ESG lawsuit, BeautyStat names chief marketing officer

The suit filed by a Target stockholder alleges that the retailer misled shareholders over the effect its ESG efforts would have on its performance.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 18, 2023

Consumers are focusing more on health and Hershey is here for it

As shoppers look for better-for-you alternatives during their wellness journeys, retailers can harness their basket-building potential.

By Nathan Johnson, Marketing Director, Better-For-You, The Hershey Company • Aug. 14, 2023

Reaching consumers in a brave new world for retail

How has retail changed in the first half of 2023? What can brands expect in the second half of the year? Find out the factors driving change in the industry and what retail brands should keep in mind about today’s shoppers.

Aug. 14, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Instant Brands lands $30M in financing and student loans may squeeze luxury shoppers

The bankrupt Instant Pot owner received a commitment in new term loan financing while affordable luxury may take a hit as student loans come due. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 11, 2023

Online prices fell 1.6% in July: report

It marked the 11th consecutive month of year over year price decreases, with notable drops in appliances and electronics, according to Adobe. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 10, 2023

Target to expand Starbucks curbside pickup service nationwide

The retailer is leaning in on providing a more full-service curbside experience for customers. 

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 9, 2023

Back to school 2023: Can marketing transcend the turbulence?

Top marketers from American Eagle and Amazon weigh in on strategy as the season’s spending forecast paints a gloomy picture.

By Jessica Hammers • Aug. 9, 2023

Retailers need to ‘competitively promote’ the rest of the year: report

Though consumers are still spending, a Numerator report suggests that they continue to search for markdowns. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 7, 2023

‘We want all the brands the customer is used to’: How the Army & Air Force Exchange Service approaches retail

The Exchange, which is celebrating its 128th birthday, forges partnerships with retailers like Old Navy and The Home Depot — making for a loyal military customer base.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 7, 2023

Forrester predicts offline retail sales will surpass $4 trillion by 2028

Though e-commerce has grown during the COVID-19 pandemic, brick-and-mortar stores remain a crucial, yet challenging part of retailers’ strategies.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 3, 2023

What’s working for — and against — retailers heading into the holidays?

This shopping season isn’t likely to be like last year, or the year before, or the year before that, experts say.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 2, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: REI expands travel offerings and Amazon, iRobot modify merger price

The outdoors retailer is expanding rentals, day tours and multiday adventures, while the e-commerce giant and iRobot amended the terms of their agreement. 

By Retail Dive Staff • July 28, 2023

The Backroom: Jason Del Rey and ‘Winner Sells All’

One of the most prolific journalists covering the retail industry leverages his deep sourcing for an in-depth book about Amazon versus Walmart.

By Retail Dive Staff • July 27, 2023

Yeezy was only part of Adidas’ problems. The retailer has been falling further behind Nike for years.

Since 2013, Adidas’ net sales have grown by less than $5 billion as it struggles to keep pace with the broader market. Could a new CEO and a clean slate reverse those trends?

By Cara Salpini • July 24, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Pacsun opens dedicated activewear store, FTC proposes new guidelines for mergers

The Pac1980 store will open at the Mall of America, while the Federal Trade Commission and Justice Department unveiled changes to M&A guidance.

By Retail Dive Staff • July 21, 2023

As student debt relief ends, millions of consumers will have $300 less each month to spend at the holidays: report

Peloton, HomeGoods and Old Navy, along with most apparel and department stores, will be among the hardest hit, according to Earnest Analytics.

By Daphne Howland • July 21, 2023

Walmart rolls out half-price Walmart+ memberships for people on government assistance

The retailer's expansion into servicing financially stressed customers may give it an even larger share of America's grocery market.

By Nate Delesline III • July 21, 2023