How Halloween became a $10B business for retailers

Outdoor decorations and displays have become more extravagant than ever. But that wasn’t always the case.

By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 24, 2022

Deals, promotions drive increased holiday spending: report

A survey from ICSC finds that consumers plan to shop earlier this holiday season and spend more time seeking discounts. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 24, 2022

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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

Retail would like to buy a vowel

Brands are turning to naming strategies like spelling words incorrectly and cutting out vowels. But it’s about much more than domain availability.

By Cara Salpini • Oct. 24, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Peloton’s chief people officer to exit and Home Depot launches jobseeker marketplace

The at-home fitness brand recently saw other executives depart, and the home improvement store looks to connect with pros.

By Retail Dive Staff • Oct. 21, 2022

Consumers to shop more in stores this holiday: survey

After staying close to home during the height of the pandemic, nearly two-thirds of consumers plan for in-store shopping this season. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 21, 2022

SKU’d: Balenciaga is ready to dress you for the apocalypse

The fashion house is proving that luxury apparel doesn't have to be precious, but can face war and destruction — all while being a commercial success.

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 20, 2022

Over a third of retail execs are taking measures to clear inventory: study

Nearly all of the execs surveyed said increased promotions and availability guarantees were part of their holiday plans.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 19, 2022

Higher-income shoppers to pull back on spend this holiday season: report

A new survey from Deloitte found that consumers plan to buy fewer gifts this year and will increase their purchase of gift cards. 

By Dani James • Oct. 19, 2022

Millennials, Gen Z to spend the most on Halloween, study says

Spending on the holiday is expected to rise this year, but inflation is spooking some customers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 17, 2022

What September’s retail sales mean for the holidays

Consumers are spending and shopping early, but inflation is still squeezing their budgets. Retailers have their work cut out for them this season.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 17, 2022

3 technology tips to help retailers triumph this holiday season

The 2022 holiday shopping season will be unlike any other. Here’s how tech can help retailers triumph.

Oct. 17, 2022

Amazon’s fall sales event estimated to have fallen short of Prime Day — while still raking in billions

Transaction values and revenue in the holiday kickoff sale came in well under the company’s traditional summer sale this year, according to outside estimates.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 14, 2022

Nearly half of Gen Z, millennials to rely on buy now, pay later this holiday: report

Additionally, 43% of consumers are likely to open a new store credit card this season in order to receive discounts and offers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 12, 2022

Target starts Black Friday deals early

The retailer is launching savings three weeks earlier than last year, as consumers are cautious with spending decisions.

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 10, 2022

Adobe: Online holiday spending will near $210B this year

Industry analysts predict that while online shopping is projected to increase from last year, retailers could face more risk than they anticipated.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 10, 2022

A trip through holidays past and future shows COVID-19’s lasting impact on the season

Masks, distancing, curbside, October sales, out-of-stocks, inflation — the holidays have been evolving rapidly since the pandemic started. What changes are here to stay?

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 10, 2022

Walmart rolls out October holiday deals event

The retailer joins other large companies in starting holiday sales early as consumers alter their shopping habits in response to inflation.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 6, 2022

Study: 25% of shoppers to buy secondhand holiday gifts

Along with purchasing used goods, consumers are changing other shopping habits in response to inflation.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 5, 2022

Cowen sees holiday gloom ahead for retail

Analysts pointed to weakening demand and record inventory levels, an unfortunate mix for the industry’s profit prospects.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 5, 2022

Uncertainty clouds the holidays as inflation takes a toll

Shoppers are a bit more confident and getting to their lists early, but financial worries are making the season hard to predict.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 3, 2022

Study: Only 10% of shoppers expect to spend more this holiday season

Gartner found purchase decisions are being driven by price (65%), value (53%) and free shipping (51%).

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 30, 2022

Athleta turns to resale, outlet sales to coax new customers

Gap Inc. has been depending on its athleisure brand to grow swiftly, but it’s faltered lately as consumers buy dressier clothes and cut spending. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 29, 2022

The Backroom: The idiosyncrasies of this year’s holiday consumer

Retailers are navigating a challenge likely to define the 2022 season: inflation.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 29, 2022

12 key dates of this holiday season: how to prepare for holiday early and drive profits

Retailers have a huge opportunity to give holiday shoppers a reason to return, which will drive profitability and long-term growth.

By Jason Fass and Kevin Fried • Sept. 27, 2022

Can fungi replace leather for retailers?

As brands search high and low for alternatives that don't use animal products or plastic, more are turning toward mycelium.

By Dani James • Sept. 26, 2022