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

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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

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

Walmart e-commerce sales surge 21%, but profitability remains elusive

E-commerce losses narrowed in the quarter, as CEO Doug McMillon told analysts the retailer will “eventually make money in e-commerce.”

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 15, 2024

In latest effort to trim costs, Grove Collaborative switches to Shopify

The sustainably-minded consumer products company reported expanded margins and narrowed losses in Q2, but sales and active customers declined.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 13, 2024

Amazon Prime Day drives the most loyalty among summer sales events

Over 80% of shoppers who made purchases during the recent spate of sales only bought items at Amazon, Earnest Analytics found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 12, 2024

Warby Parker notches highest e-commerce growth in 13 quarters

With e-commerce revenue growth of 4.4% in Q2, the DTC eyewear brand is making progress against the goals it outlined at the start of the year.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 9, 2024

Mercari opens first physical store in Los Angeles

Mercari on Melrose includes a spot for sellers to list items, a dedicated DIY and events space, and a partner pop-up area. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 5, 2024

Amazon moves up Black Friday inventory deadline for sellers

The e-commerce giant wants products in a week earlier than in 2023 as it looks to maintain fast Prime delivery speeds during its busiest time of year.

By Max Garland • Aug. 5, 2024

Amazon’s retail sales growth ebbs in Q2

Advertising and services, including the blockbuster cloud unit, remain the center of growth and profits for the e-commerce giant.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 2, 2024

Wayfair revenue down 1.7% in Q2 as category remains challenged

But the online home goods retailer was able to narrow its losses and CEO Niraj Shah said a turnaround in the sector could be on the horizon.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 1, 2024