Birkenstock sets sights on valuation of up to $9.2B

As its revenue continues to increase, the footwear brand expects its IPO pricing to be between $44 and $49 per ordinary share.

By Dani James • Oct. 3, 2023

SmileDirectClub files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The dental company's financial issues partially stemmed from the COVID-19 pandemic. Now it plans to liquidate if it can't find a buyer.

By Dani James • Oct. 2, 2023

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How the purpose of stores is evolving

Stores have always evolved in order to compete as times, technology and tastes change. And, most of all, to please customers.

By Retail Dive staff

Birdy Grey builds out C-suite with new COO, CTO hires

The DTC bridal brand brought on a new operating chief following Eloquii co-founder Steve Zawada's exit in June after about six months.

By Howard Ruben • Oct. 2, 2023

Blue Apron to be acquired by Wonder Group

The food tech company founded by former Walmart e-commerce executive Marc Lore is buying the meal kit company for about $103 million — a fraction of what it was worth when it went public in 2017.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 2, 2023

3 ways pricing strategy unlocks Q4 success

Learn how you could have dynamic pricing working in your business by Thanksgiving with a personalized Price Optimization demo.

Oct. 2, 2023

Fenty Beauty is coming to Ulta at Target

The tie-up with the superstar’s inclusive makeup brand is part of a strong beauty play at the retailer, which has been a bright spot in recent quarters.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 29, 2023

Nike says better profitability is on the horizon as net income edges down in Q1

Chief Financial Officer Matt Friend said the retailer expects to be “a more direct and a more digital company and a more profitable company” going forward.

By Cara Salpini • Sept. 29, 2023

Lululemon enacts layoffs amid Peloton partnership

Approximately 120 Lululemon Studio employees are impacted following the brand's announcement that it will stop selling its Mirror device.

By Dani James • Sept. 29, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Lee launches unisex collection and Barbie fever hits Wrangler

The genderless line was created with Chinese streetwear brand Roaringwild. Meanwhile, the blockbuster movie inspired a 40-piece collection.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 29, 2023

Shopify invests in wholesale marketplace Faire

Through the partnership, Faire will become Shopify’s recommended wholesale provider.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 29, 2023

Ralph Lauren expanding Canada presence with retail, e-commerce

The company plans to add more stores in the country in the coming years to increase value in North America.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 29, 2023

Showfields closes New York store in Manhattan

The retailer closed its Miami location in July and will focus on its stores still open in Brooklyn and Washington, D.C. 

By Dani James • Sept. 28, 2023

Lululemon to discontinue Mirror as it teams up with Peloton

Peloton will be Lululemon’s digital fitness content provider, and co-branded apparel began selling through Peloton in select locations in October.

By Dani James • Sept. 28, 2023

The Backroom: Marisa Meltzer and the creation of Glossier

The journalist’s new book "Glossy" makes waves as it pulls back the curtain on Glossier founder Emily Weiss and the beauty brand that changed the industry.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 28, 2023

Peloton co-founder, chief product officer to step down

Tom Cortese will be replaced in November by Nick Caldwell, who has over 20 years of experience working at various technology companies. 

By Dani James • Sept. 27, 2023

UrbanStems hires new chief executive officer

The online floral company has tapped Ana Mollinedo Mims for the position, succeeding Seth Goldman who has served as CEO since 2018.

By Dani James • Sept. 26, 2023

Peloton names SVP of apparel, accessories

A few months after the fitness brand launched a rebrand, Cédric Fletcher joins the company with experience from Nike and Under Armour.

By Dani James • Sept. 25, 2023

Fly By Jing expands to 1,200 Target stores

The brand launched at Target in 2021, and the move builds on its wholesale presence, which also includes partnerships with Whole Foods and Costco.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 25, 2023

Meati Foods reduces staff by 10% as it focuses on profitability

The fermented meat company said the layoffs were not a result of the demand it has seen for its products.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 25, 2023

Why EBITDA has such a strong hold on retail

Is it the “Wild West” of measures or a fair predictor of long-term success? Either way, retailers won’t quit talking about EBITDA.

By Dani James • Sept. 25, 2023

Redken launches DTC website

While products have been available for sale in local salons, Amazon and Ulta, the site allows consumers to buy items directly from the brand online.

By Howard Ruben • Updated Oct. 4, 2023

Purple taps Party City vet as CFO

Todd Vogensen on Oct. 16 will take over from interim CFO Bennett Nussbaum, who will become the company’s chief transformation officer.

By Caroline Jansen • Sept. 22, 2023

Savage X Fenty debuts soccer-inspired collection

The brand — which was founded by Rihanna — launched limited-edition League products including themed jerseys, joggers and more. 

By Dani James • Sept. 22, 2023

E.l.f. Beauty reformulated over 300 SKUs in FY2023

The beauty company's latest impact report revealed new sustainability goals, such as further improving its packaging. 

By Dani James • Sept. 21, 2023

Athletic footwear brand APL’s fit tech leads to reduced returns

The luxury sneaker company’s partnership with True Fit has slashed fit-related returns by 15%.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 21, 2023