Advent International acquires majority stake in Salt & Stone

Following the deal, which is expected to close next month, the body care brand’s current senior management will continue leading the company.

By Howard Ruben • March 31, 2026

Ulta doubled store fulfillment capabilities in 2025

The beauty retailer grew its ship-from-store program to 1,000 stores in fiscal year 2025, while its fulfillment center footprint remained flat compared to 2024.

By Dani James • March 30, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

The Weekly Closeout: Gabe’s in search of top leadership and Home Depot’s latest acquisition

After avoiding bankruptcy, the off-pricer’s CEO and a few CFOs have left. Meanwhile, the home improvement retailer bought Mingledorff’s.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 27, 2026

In the age of AI, Home Depot’s stores have ‘never been more relevant’

While the retailer has been ramping up its AI-powered offerings, it aims to provide a frictionless experience across a customer’s shopping journey, wherever that may be.

By Caroline Jansen • March 27, 2026

Sephora launches app in ChatGPT

The AI-enhanced experience will give customers advice and help them discover products, according to Global Chief Digital Officer Anca Marola. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 26, 2026

How Lowe’s creator network is winning over the next generation of shoppers

The home improvement retailer has partnered with content creators like MrBeast to connect with Gen Alpha long before they purchase their first home.

By Caroline Jansen • March 25, 2026

Walmart brings Sparky to ChatGPT as OpenAI rethinks Instant Checkout

OpenAI is pivoting away from handling purchases after its initial efforts failed to provide enough flexibility.

By Dani James • March 25, 2026

The Home Depot beefs up digital shopping experience for pros

As it pursues home improvement professionals, the retailer is enhancing the online experience with tools for better project management.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 24, 2026

The question commerce media needs to ask next

Performance no longer follows intent alone. The next phase of commerce media is built on trust.

By Saket Mehta, CRO • March 23, 2026

E-commerce retailers plan hefty investments in agentic commerce, study finds

Top applications include Al-powered product discovery, Al chatbots and personalized recommendations.

By Kristen Doerer • March 18, 2026

Ernesta secures $20M to fuel store expansion

The DTC rug brand plans to use the fresh capital to expand its brick-and-mortar footprint and improve its technology platform.

By Howard Ruben • March 17, 2026

Amazon launches 1-hour, 3-hour delivery options

The offerings, now available in select cities and towns, feature a "supercenter" product assortment as the e-commerce giant battles competitors like Walmart.

By Max Garland • March 17, 2026

Urban Outfitters taps Vans as latest On Rotation partner

The collaboration celebrates the skateboarding brand’s 60th “Off the Wall” anniversary and features sneakers, apparel and accessories.

By Howard Ruben • March 16, 2026

Urban Outfitters Inc. builds out second phase of automation in Missouri facility

The distribution center, which supports its Nuuly rental brand, will accelerate its digital business and create gains in delivery and logistics.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 16, 2026

Ulta to launch on TikTok Shop with curated assortment

The beauty retailer's Q4 net sales grew nearly 12%, though industry analysts questioned the retailer's "softer" fiscal 2026 comp guidance.

By Dani James • March 13, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Amazon notches a win against Perplexity, Reebok reenters soccer

The e-commerce giant got a temporary order blocking access for Perplexity’s AI shopping agents, while the athletics brand signed two professional soccer players.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 13, 2026

With $500M in fresh funding, Quince’s valuation tops $10B

The DTC brand, best known for its attractively priced cashmere sweaters, said revenue grows by triple digits annually and topped $1 billion last year.

By Daphne Howland • March 11, 2026

De minimis: Case aiming to revive exemption can proceed, court rules

The lawsuit, which challenged the Trump administration’s elimination of the trade tool, was paused until the Supreme Court ruled on the president’s tariff authority.

By Max Garland • March 11, 2026

Princess Polly plots next wave of US store openings

The apparel brand will open eight stores across Florida, Texas, Minnesota, Tennessee and North Carolina throughout this year and into 2027.

By Howard Ruben • March 10, 2026

Best Buy wants to be at the forefront of agentic AI discovery

“As agentic commerce matures, we want to serve our customers in new ways, both on and off of platforms,” CEO Corie Barry said.

By Bryan Wassel • March 10, 2026

Costco ties digital personalization to $470M in sales growth

Personalized product recommendation carousels and modernized display pages are driving e-commerce sales and traffic, CFO Gary Millerchip said.

By Bryan Wassel • March 9, 2026

EBay cuts 6% of staff, axes 800 roles

The marketplace giant, which beat expectations in Q4, said it will continue to hire in certain priority areas.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 27, 2026

Chewy names CFO

Chris Deppe, who has been with the pet company since 2022, was named to the position after an extensive search. 

By Howard Ruben • Feb. 27, 2026

Article, Klarna partner to let shoppers pay over time

The DTC furniture company is offering online shoppers in the U.S. and Canada BNPL options for big-ticket purchases. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 26, 2026

Warby Parker posts first annual net income

The eyewear brand is expanding its footprint, releasing new collections and preparing for the upcoming launch of its AI glasses with Google and Samsung.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 26, 2026