A.C. Moore buys two e-commerce startups

The arts and crafts retailer is expanding aggressively online and in-store amid stiff competition in the space.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 14, 2017

Walmart welcomes Lord & Taylor as a digital flagship

The big-box retailer has built a formidable distribution network, but aligning too closely with Walmart could hurt upscale brands.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 14, 2017

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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.

By Retail Dive staff

7 retailers that are ripe for acquisition

Walmart and Amazon have been hungry for acquisitions, and the big fish are looking for deals to make them more competitive.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 13, 2017

Walmart is reportedly raising online prices

Charging more online than off isn’t unheard of, but it’s rare for Walmart, whose pitch to shoppers is "always low prices."

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 13, 2017

Most holiday shoppers are turning to mobile

Roughly 65% of shoppers plan to use a mobile device for some of their purchases this season.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 13, 2017

Social media-engaged shoppers spend more on purchases

According to a study from Shareablee, that number could be as much as 51% more over a given shopper's lifetime.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 13, 2017

Alibaba’s Singles Day rang up $12B in the first 2 hours

A whopping 90% of sales during the 24-hour holiday come from mobile. What's the lesson for other retailers?

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 13, 2017

Glossier fuels holiday sales with pop-up shops

The cult brand is expanding swiftly, adding deliveries abroad and a series of brick-and-mortar efforts.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 13, 2017

3 ways to reach Gen Z during the holidays

The youngest generation might not be the biggest spenders, but they have influence over family purchases — and they're growing up fast.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 10, 2017

Zappos goes up against Adidas and Nike with sneaker shops

The Amazon-owned e-commerce site is putting a new shine on classic sneaker styles with a campaign that features pop-up stores and a shoppable Instagram.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 10, 2017

Survey: ‘Tis the season to BOPIS

More shoppers are set to buy online and pick up in-store this holiday season as consumers make use of online tools. 

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 9, 2017

What Gen Z girls want from holiday gift-giving

Research finds nearly 60% of the younger set value gifts that are Instagram-worthy or can drum up social currency.

By David Kirkpatrick , Peter Adams • Nov. 9, 2017

Athleta puts a personalized twist on holiday cards

The retailer is putting an e-commerce twist on the traditional gift card as it launches in-store GiftNow cards.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 9, 2017

Shopgate rolls out in-app chat tools

While some have hopes of chatbots becoming an increasingly common form of customer engagement, marketers aren’t yet sold on the idea.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 9, 2017

Amazon takes on Wayfair with new furniture lines

Rivet, a mid-century modern line, and Stone & Beam, a farmhouse-style line, both come with a 30-day return policy and a three-year warranty.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 9, 2017

Amazon breaks into baby care with revamped diaper line

The e-commerce giant has been slow to return to selling diapers after its first attempt two years ago turned out to be a stinker.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 8, 2017

Adidas ups its personalization game with new mobile app

The sportswear market is quickly becoming a battleground — and this time, Adidas is fighting back with a personalized mobile app.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 8, 2017

Office Depot launches subscription 'box' for small businesses

The office supplies retailer has joined the subscription craze with a monthly delivery of services rather than products.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 8, 2017

Shoppers more interested in free than fast shipping

In an era of expedited delivery, shoppers' expectations are rising when it comes to shipping, according to a Deloitte study.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 7, 2017

Etsy roars back as revenue soars 21.5%

On the heels of new feature and tools releases, the e-retailer handily beat revenue and earnings expectations.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2017

Jet.com president: Edgy private label products target urban millennials

Consumers have compromised too much when buying retail-owned brands, so the e-commerce site's Uniquely J line focused on quality and design.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 7, 2017

REI hires retail veteran CIO

Christine Putur, the second CIO in the company's history, is also the second woman to hold that position at the retailer.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 7, 2017

Toys R Us won't match 'many of the best prices' Black Friday weekend

While the retailer will open on both Thanksgiving and Black Friday, it won't price match on those days, when some of the best deals are out.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2017

What Dollar Shave Club says about the future of subscription services

The model continues to gain traction among brands. But is it about to explode, or collapse? 

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2017

Rocksbox Founder Meaghan Rose on building the Sephora of jewelry

Subscription models aren't universally successful but for this startup, a 40% conversion rate in a high margin category makes for a business on the fast track for growth. 

By Laura Heller • Nov. 6, 2017