Walmart testing 'Jetblack' shopping service in NYC

The startup led by Rent the Runway founder Jennifer Fleiss is a concierge service in New York for busy moms, according to Recode.

By Daphne Howland • May 21, 2018

Product review site Quiddity targets millennials with video

The platform will challenge Consumer Reports and The New York Times' Wirecutter with an approach that aims to bring emotion to product reviews. 

By Dan Alaimo • May 21, 2018

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What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.

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Millennial e-commerce darling Lulus rakes in $120M

The company, which began 20 years ago as a vintage brick-and-mortar boutique, will use the funds to fuel expansion as a pure-play retailer.

By Daphne Howland • May 18, 2018

Pier 1 downgraded as it works on turnaround plan

A month after the company reported sales declines and a three-year, $60 million turnaround plan, analysts say it might not be enough to avoid the pressures of a hotly competitive sector.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 18, 2018

M.Gemi drives sales, social following with Instagram Live

The luxury brand has modernized the release of new products with weekly videos hosted by the influencer Kayleigh Harrington.

By Robert Williams • May 18, 2018

EBay asks shoppers to share their interests

The online marketplace has launched a feature that uses customers' input on their hobbies and preferences to help build more personalized shopping experiences.

By Dan O'Shea • May 17, 2018

J.C. Penney gets burned by a cool spring

Captured market share in appliances and toys weren't enough to help the department store retailer, which is struggling with apparel sales.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 17, 2018

Walmart e-commerce growth rebounds

U.S. online sales at the big-box retailer jumped 33%, up from a 23% increase last quarter. 

By Corinne Ruff • May 17, 2018

Kroger partners with Ocado in a bet on the future of online grocery

The Cincinnati-based retailer's agreement with the world’s largest online grocer will rapidly accelerate its automated fulfillment capabilities and position it to compete with Amazon and Walmart.

By Jeff Wells • May 17, 2018

6 e-commerce checkout pain points that are overlooked

Online shopping still isn’t as easy as it should be. Here’s what e-commerce retailers have yet to solve for.  

May 17, 2018

Report: Amazon wraps up visits to 20 HQ2 finalists

Finalists already feel the impact. If it is attractive to Amazon, then it is attractive to other companies. Newark, New Jersey, Philadelphia and Austin, Texas had an increase in inquiries from other companies looking for a base. 

By Samantha Schwartz • May 17, 2018

Online marketplace revenues to double by 2022

A new study from Coresight Research shows the breadth and opportunities for virtual marketplaces as Walmart and Amazon accelerate growth. 

By Dan Alaimo • May 17, 2018

Walmart to debut digital Lord & Taylor flagship within weeks

The new fashion web mall will offer up two shops — one for everyday brands and the other for over 125 premium ones.

By Corinne Ruff • May 16, 2018

Toys R Us brand property going up for sale

The liquidating toy retailer said more than 60 parties are interested in buying the company's intellectual property. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 16, 2018

Macy's thinks it has a 'winning formula' as it crushes in Q1

The retailer blew past analyst expectations for the quarter, giving executives confidence in the department store's turnaround efforts.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 16, 2018

JP Morgan: Amazon will catch up to Walmart in 2-3 years

The e-commerce giant is on pace to match Walmart sales domestically, though Amazon's sales come through a growing mix of non-retail products and services.

By Daphne Howland • May 16, 2018

Sears explores sale of Kenmore, other units to CEO's hedge fund

The department store retailer's board has formed a special committee to negotiate asset sales with ESL Investments and potential third-parties. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 15, 2018

Target slashes Restock delivery fee for loyalty members

The move signals to Amazon and Walmart that the mass merchant won't give up the fight when it comes to everyday household goods.

By Daphne Howland • May 15, 2018

Efficient facilities management is crucial to retail survival

Retailers face many challenges in retaining their customer bases; efficient facilities management is key. Find out more about this trend now.

May 15, 2018

Amazon's new codes on boxes encourage re-use

The "Smile Codes" are meant to slow the flood of cardboard into America's homes, but in true Amazon fashion, serve a dual purpose. 

By Daphne Howland • May 14, 2018

Bulletin to open 3rd NYC store

The startup is forging a new retail real estate model based on leasing shelf space to brands.

By Daphne Howland • May 14, 2018

Jeff Bezos: AI will create jobs, not kill them

Amazon's CEO recently sought to calm fears about the future effect robots and artificial intelligence will have on the retail workforce.

By Dan O'Shea • May 13, 2018

Etsy shrugs off Amazon Handmade with 25% sales bump

A year into his tenure as CEO, Josh Silverman says customers want the "antidote" to commoditized e-commerce that Etsy's artisanal goods offer.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2018

Macy's may not be closing stores 'fast enough'

In a new report, Morgan Stanley analysts downgraded the department store retailer, praised off-pricers and said that retailers spending on e-commerce will see fewer gains. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 11, 2018

BJ’s upgrades online offerings with new website, pickup option

BJ’s Wholesale Club continues to enhance its e-commerce capabilities as competition among warehouse clubs heats up. 

By Dan Alaimo • May 11, 2018