The Weekly Closeout: Kanye West files trademark for retail stores and Laffy Taffy turns to NFTs

The rapper filed trademarks for the name “YZYSPLY,” while the candy maker turned jokes found on its wrappers into non-fungible tokens.

By Retail Dive Staff • July 15, 2022

Inflation reshapes Amazon Prime Day

Shoppers used the two-day sale to stock up on household essentials and take care of some holiday lists, sticking mostly to smaller purchases.

By Daphne Howland • July 14, 2022

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

Back-to-school spending set to be an all-time high, amid inflation concerns: report

Deloitte found that 37% of shoppers intend to spend more than last year, but brand loyalty is at risk with price increases and inventory issues.

By Dani James • July 14, 2022

Shoe companies pause hiring and investing as they brace for weaker sales

Concerns have shifted from supply chain to inflation and consumer behavior, according to the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 11, 2022

Report: E-commerce sales to exceed $1 trillion this year

Online shopping is expected to grow despite concerns about inflation and a potential economic downturn, according to FTI Consulting.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 11, 2022

Inflation the latest challenge for malls

The retail model was on the decline even before the pandemic. Now shoppers are staying away again as gas prices rise, according to Placer.ai research.

By Daphne Howland • July 7, 2022

Target deepens back-to-school offers amid inventory headaches

The retailer is adding to promotions for students and teachers as back-to-school sales are forecast to exceed pre-pandemic numbers.  

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 7, 2022

Patrik Frisk was tasked with turning around Under Armour. He lasted 2 years.

As CEO, some analysts say he didn't drive enough growth for founder Kevin Plank. So, what is the company looking for next?

By Cara Salpini • July 6, 2022

Self-checkout shipments could surpass 300K by 2027: report

Cashless systems are growing in popularity, and retailers are testing new features like facial recognition.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 28, 2022

How retailers are grappling with sustainability

In an industry that inevitably generates waste, the path to a more environmentally friendly future is littered with difficult choices.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 28, 2022

Inventory in 2022: Normal is still nowhere in sight

With Target taking the vocal lead, retailers are flushing out excess inventory to reset for the holidays. How much they’ll sell then is anybody’s guess.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 27, 2022

As the future of retail shifts, shoppers have high expectations

Vericast's 2022 Retail TrendWatch defines consumers' expectations and their alignment with those of retailers.

June 27, 2022

As consumers spend more on gas and food, a shadow looms over retail

The second half of the year will be tough for retailers as shoppers hunt for lower prices, opt for experiences and shift their loyalties.

By Daphne Howland • June 24, 2022

Why decarbonization offers retailers a chance to lower costs and increase revenue

Retailers need to develop a holistic sustainability strategy and action plan to engage and attract customers while improving financial performance.

June 21, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Deckers' COO steps down and Swarovski names CEO

David Lafitte exited the footwear retailer to pursue another opportunity, while the jewelry brand appointed its first chief outside of the founding family.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 17, 2022

McKinsey: Metaverse may create $5 trillion in value by 2030

The research firm found that up to $2.6 trillion of that value could be in e-commerce.

By Dani James • June 17, 2022

75% of DTC brands may offer subscriptions by 2023: report

Though subscription services once attracted investors, some brands have had to trim their workforce and end investor partnerships.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 13, 2022

Target moves to reduce inventory, taking markdowns and canceling orders

Just weeks after lowering its guidance, the retailer now expects an even deeper hit to profit margins as consumers pull back on discretionary spending.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 7, 2022

Retail is fundamentally bad for the environment. And doing better isn't easy.

Improving sustainability is a web of complexity for retailers. Ultimately, it may mean sidelining growth.

By Cara Salpini • June 6, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Kim Kardashian launches new skincare line and GameStop's losses spike

The celebrity shut down her previous KKW Beauty brand last year, and the gaming retailer's operating loss tripled to $153.7 million.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 3, 2022

What Trunk Club's demise says about apparel subscriptions

Customers who engage with Nordstrom's stylists, online or in stores, spend more time and money at the retailer. So it's going outside the box.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2022

In Q1, Victoria's Secret firmly in control against apparel headwinds

The lingerie retailer said it's regaining market share and maximizing margins, but may cut prices in order to make a sale.

By Daphne Howland • June 1, 2022

Prada plans monthly product, NFT drops

The brand will host 24-hour online events, starting June 2, where shoppers in select areas can buy limited-edition items and receive accompanying NFTs.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 1, 2022

In boon to retail, office workers and tourists are heading back downtown

Nordstrom and Glossier are among the retailers following a recovery pattern described in a recent report from commercial real estate firm JLL.

By Daphne Howland • May 31, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond launches new private label for the home

Everhome, the retailer's ninth owned brand launch, comes as consumers pull back on discretionary spending and demand for the home category declines.

By Caroline Jansen • May 31, 2022