Checkout abandonment and what it means for today's retailers

Retailers are losing up to 42% of sales due to online checkout friction and payment processing declines, or checkout abandonment.

Feb. 9, 2016

Shopping app Polyvore zeros in on menswear

The site told Retail Dive that it expects the expansion to be a growth opportunity.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 4, 2016

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The direct-to-consumer landscape in retail

More mature brands are pursuing exit strategies and expanding their reach, while traditional retailers are increasingly shifting to a DTC model.

By Retail Dive staff

How Shinola boosted online sales with a new take on customer service

The Detroit brand was looking to align its website service with its in-store experience. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 3, 2016

AHALife acquires online design marketplace Bezar

The Australian e-commerce site, a curator of designer home goods and other items, is a good fit for Bezar.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 2, 2016

Home design app Modsy attracts $8M in venture funding

Investors in the shoppable, 3D home-decor app include Restoration Hardware. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 2, 2016

The promise (and pitfalls) of subscription retailing

Retailers that offer subscriptions tap into the current consumer mood for experiences over stuff—even when it involves stuff.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2016

Amazon sees results with Exclusives collection

Amazon's Marketplace is set to add to its selection of limited-run and debut items. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Jan. 29, 2016

In-store only: Why it works for Primark and not other retailers

The unique strategy may work for Primark, but it isn't a smart move for most retailers according to industry experts.

By Melissa Anders • Jan. 28, 2016

EBay doesn't move the needle much in Q4

EBay’s performance validates the move to spin off PayPal, which the company had resisted for months before eventually relenting.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 28, 2016

There are now Amazon Prime members in almost half of all US homes

Amazon’s Prime members are extremely sticky for the retailer, and an increasing number of sellers on its Marketplace are taking advantage of its superior search and fulfillment.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 28, 2016

Amazon teases star-studded ad for its Super Bowl debut

The teaser shows Alec Baldwin, Dan Marino, and Amazon's digital assistant Alexa brainstorming ideas for a Super Bowl party. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Jan. 28, 2016

Retail in India: The opportunities—and challenges—retailers can expect

India presents retailers with growth prospects, including some advantages that can’t be found in China.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 27, 2016

Report: In-store pickup a growing share of online sales

Almost a third of Sam's Club's e-commerce sales are picked up in-store.  

By Ian P. Murphy • Jan. 26, 2016

Alibaba growth slowing as competition with JD.com heats up

While Alibaba has been eyeing consumers in rural China, JD.com has focused on reaching more affluent shoppers in urban areas. That may be paying off.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 26, 2016

China's overseas luxury spending shifting to the web

Luxury retailers will increasingly be encountering a more sophisticated Chinese customer, who wants exclusivity and original design.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2016

Report: Mobile helped drive late surge in holiday online sales

Omni-channel retailers captured late purchases with in-store pickup, so shoppers could be confident about getting their hands on late web purchases on time, according to data from Adobe Digital Index.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 20, 2016

The first appliances in Amazon's Dash Replenishment program go live

Amazon appears to be betting on the idea that it can bypass other retailers if they eliminate the need for consumers to actively make necessary-yet-unexciting purchases. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Jan. 19, 2016

Report: 47% of Americans will share data for discounts, but 32% won't

Far fewer approve of retailers sharing their information with third parties, and some privacy experts say many marketers aren't being transparent.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2016

Wal-Mart to merge technology teams

The move comes as Wal-Mart shifts gears to better compete with e-commerce. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2016

Retailers beware: Shipping rates from major shippers set to rise

Dimensional pricing and increased rates from the major shippers mean that retailers have to be smarter about their logistics.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 15, 2016

Sources: Fab founder's startup Bezar running out of money

The flash sales site's recent pivot to a marketplace may make it less attractive as a “techquisition."

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 14, 2016

A look into the effects of the 'Amazon tax'

The ability to forgo state sales tax collection was a boost for Amazon in its early days, but it's not really a big driver of sales overall, according to a study by Ohio State University.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 14, 2016

Pitney Bowes buys cloud software firm to boost shipping logistics for e-commerce

The acquisition of Enroute Systems Corp. will help clients find shipping options and track packages.

By Ian P. Murphy • Jan. 14, 2016

Survey: 32% of holiday shoppers used 'click-and-collect' in 2015

More shoppers than ever took advantage of omni-channel options this holiday season, research shows.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 14, 2016

Report argues pure-play e-commerce not viable for success

Not even Amazon shows that the business strategy is sustainable, according to a report from L2 and Simon Property Group.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 13, 2016