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Andy Jassy defends Amazon’s $200B AI investment in letter to shareholders
The e-commerce giant’s CEO noted the dominance of brick-and-mortar retail despite decades of disruption, but sees that as a massive opportunity.
By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2026 -
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Foot Locker partners with DoorDash for on-demand delivery
The deal is among the latest between a retailer and the delivery platform, which says over a third of its active monthly users shop retail and grocery categories.
By Howard Ruben • April 8, 2026 -
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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.
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Olaplex to be acquired by Germany’s Henkel for $1.4B
Through the deal, Olaplex will be focused on “accelerating our product innovation, expanding our reach and continuing to deliver results,” CEO Amanda Baldwin said.
By Howard Ruben • April 7, 2026 -
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Sponsored by SmartKargoFrom carrier-centric to customer-centric: How SmartKargo is helping eCommerce leaders rethink parcel delivery
Parcel delivery now shapes customer experience. Rising fees and delays push retailers toward airline-powered models for speed, visibility and predictable costs.
By Ed Burek • April 6, 2026 -
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Belk introduces BeautySpace shop-in-shops to select stores
The collaboration will feature brands like IGK, Oak Essentials and Malin + Goetz in stores, with a broader assortment available online.
By Caroline Jansen • April 3, 2026 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Converse drags down Nike, Wacoal acquires Glamorise
The sneaker brand’s sales fell more than 30% in the latest quarter, and the deal with Glamorise is aimed at strengthening Wacoal’s U.S. position.
By Retail Dive Staff • April 3, 2026 -
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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 -
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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 -
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ColumnThe 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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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Sponsored by NiftThe 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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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ColumnThe 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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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
