Amazon launches AI-powered video ad generator ahead of the holidays

Gellé Frères, a French skin care retailer, has already been testing the tool that can convert a single product image into multiple videos. 

By Peter Adams • Sept. 23, 2024

Virtual influencers gain traction

The cost, speed and quality of virtual personas are “only poised to improve as GenAI advances,” according to a PitchBook report.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 23, 2024

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By Retail Dive staff

Chubbies lands NFL licensing deal, names ‘creative director of football’

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle will lead design efforts and drive strategy for the casualwear brand’s new partnership.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 23, 2024

Amazon increases hourly pay by $1.50, adds free Prime membership for thousands of workers

With this move, the e-commerce giant’s average hourly pay tops $22, below the industry average and what many of its employees demand.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 20, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: Retailers gear up for the holidays, Figs opens second store

Major retailers are rolling out early holidays sales events, while the DTC scrubs brand continues to build out its physical footprint.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 20, 2024

More than half of US Gen Zers are headed to TikTok Shop this season

Retailers are investing in digital marketing to reach the younger generation as the group turns to generative AI and influencer recommendations for gift ideas.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Sept. 19, 2024

In category expansion, Lovesac introduces the AnyTable

The product was designed to complement the home furnishing brand’s customizable couches and can be used as an in-line, end or coffee table.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 18, 2024

Amazon trims California warehouse footprint

The e-commerce giant is closing facilities in Irvine and West Sacramento, impacting more than 300 employees.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 17, 2024

Biden-Harris administration takes aim at de minimis exemption

The administration plans to limit the type of goods that qualify for the exemption, targeting the likes of Shein and Temu.

By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024

Roblox, Shopify partner to sell physical products in the metaverse

This is the first such partnership for Roblox, which plans to integrate with “various” e-commerce platforms in the future.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 12, 2024

Amazon Fresh gets new private brand, expanded Prime savings

The updates, which also include a revamped online storefront, highlight the retailer’s continued efforts to bolster the grocery banner.

By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 10, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: Under Armour hires (another) Adidas vet and Bluemercury turns 25

The athletics retailer appointed a new leader in its Europe, the Middle East and Africa division, while the beauty company refreshed its online presence. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 6, 2024

Simon expands, rebrands online outlet marketplace as ShopSimon

The digital marketplace is adding sale and discounted merchandise to its outlet offering of over 360 retailers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 6, 2024

Mango extends e-commerce operations to 12 new markets

The company also named Marlies Hersbach as its new e-commerce executive director as its online business accelerates. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 4, 2024

Walmart to help sellers fulfill orders from third-party e-commerce sites

The Multichannel Solutions program deepens the retailer’s competition with Amazon, but there are some limitations to the service.

By Max Garland • Aug. 30, 2024

What lies ahead for Bonobos under new ownership

The DTC darling has changed hands several times over the past decade. Does that matter?

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 28, 2024

At Stitch Fix, stylists move into the spotlight

In its quest to stem sales declines, the apparel box retailer has overhauled its customer experience model.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2024

Nearly 40% of consumers return an online purchase ‘at least’ once a month: report

The majority of consumers are open to exchanges or store credit instead of full refunds if the returns process is easy, according to Narvar.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 26, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: Amazon’s October sales event returns and Hollister goes back to school

The e-commerce giant is prepping for its unofficial holiday kickoff event, while the apparel brand launched a collection featuring over 30 U.S. universities.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 23, 2024

Amazon launches annual grocery subscription plan

The yearly option’s debut comes just a few months after the company rolled out its monthly subscription offering.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 23, 2024

Peloton projects nearly 10% sales decline for the year

CFO Liz Coddington expects “softness” in connected fitness demand in the medium term, but remains optimistic about the category’s growth potential.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 22, 2024

Amazon allowing sellers to ditch physical returns

The offering for Fulfillment by Amazon users helps them avoid fees by simply having customers keep items, the company said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 21, 2024

Spanx founder launches shoe brand Sneex

Three years after selling a majority stake in her shapewear brand to Blackstone, Sara Blakely has set out to reimagine high heels.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 20, 2024

Best Buy launches AI-powered delivery tracking

The company joins the growing ranks of retailers that are tapping artificial intelligence to enhance the shopping experience.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 19, 2024

Walgreens names digital commerce leader, chief merchant

Sharmila Sudhakar comes from Tailored Brands to tackle digital growth while Tracey Koller joins from Party City to lead merchandising,

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 16, 2024