Amazon scoring huge revenue—but still reports $41 million loss for Q3

Will all the warehouse and new-venture spending ever lead to to the land of profit?

By Philip Nations • Oct. 25, 2013

Former Safeway executive to be named chief executive for Coupons.com

Mir Aamir will hold a top new role as the company shuffles its executive team.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 25, 2013

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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

Chinese ecommerce giant Tmall offers Western brands a how-to guide

For Western brands looking to break into the Chinese market, Tmall's massive online mall can help. 

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 23, 2013

Photopon updates mobile app to enhance sharing

The upgrade to the app will take advantage of smartphone location services.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 23, 2013

Saks partners with Stylewhile to help tailor online sizing for mobile shoppers

The two sides are hoping to provide mobile sizing options for tablet users.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 22, 2013

Tiffany & Co. launches newly-revamped website

The site will focus on providing enhanced shopping features to consumers.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 22, 2013

Stuart Weitzman partners with Gilt for new pop-up shop

The exclusive initiative was launched to commemorate an iconic piece of footwear.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 21, 2013

Stitch Fix attracts $12M for its online style recommendations

What sets it apart? Algorithms for one—and lots of word of mouth.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 18, 2013

Twitter's retail division scoops up Google exec

Twitter has an IPO coming, and the timing here likely isn't coincidental.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 17, 2013

ShopSavvy releases new mobile app update to boost personalization

The app will be heavily centered on social media sharing and content interaction.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 17, 2013

Famous Footwear debuts new mobile shopping app aimed at personalized shopping

The smartphone app contains a digital wallet and social media integration among other features.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 16, 2013

Wegmans expands pharmacy nationwide into digital landscape

The company hopes the new service will refine in-store operations and improve logistics.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 15, 2013

Grocery delivery's future: 10 services battling for customers right now

These startups, industry giants and niche players each want a say in which trucks are hauling the nation's food bags from stores to homes.

By Linda Cui • Oct. 14, 2013

Amazon launches new upscale beauty boutique online

The online giant hopes high-end cosmetics at discounted prices will send consumers flocking.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 11, 2013

Study: Supermarket apps might help increase brand loyalty

Which features are the most preferred among mobile app users?

By Philip Nations • Oct. 10, 2013

Food Lion unveils new rewards program for mobile customers

The program will allow cash-back to consumers for online interaction.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 10, 2013

'Click and mortar': A sound strategy for besting Amazon?

The head of Carrefour would tell you the answers is yes.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 9, 2013

Amazon.com launches 'Login and Pay,' takes aim at PayPal

Now, we'll get to see what Amazon.com learned from its Checkout experience.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 9, 2013

Are men shopping via mobile more than women?

A new study provides insight into purchasing habits.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 7, 2013

PayPal challenges Amazon Prime with free shipping partnerships

Aeropostale, Dockers and Levi's will be among the retailers testing out the new service.

By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 4, 2013

Keynote Systems Inc. releases performance index for retail e-commerce sites

Which major retailers earned the best website performance among their competitors?

By Philip Nations • Oct. 4, 2013

Saks Off 5th debuts new discount e-commerce website

The new online store will offer customers year-round promotional offers and exclusive membership.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 1, 2013

Facebook tests ‘Autofill’ service hoping to speed up mobile payments

The site hopes the new feature will help consumers expedite mobile payments.

By Philip Nations • Oct. 1, 2013

Google.com updates tracking technology for mobile shopping

How will Google’s new “supercookie” impact online commerce?

By Philip Nations • Sept. 30, 2013

Target unveils online subscription service for baby care items

Will the pilot program help Target compete with online giant Amazon?

By Philip Nations • Sept. 27, 2013