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

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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 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

55% of Gen Z have made an online purchase while browsing social media

A new survey from Walmart and Morning Consult indicates that social media is becoming a key platform for product discovery. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 30, 2024

3 things to look for in a scalable e-commerce shipping solution

Choosing a shipping solution designed with the needs of e-commerce businesses in mind can help leaders scale their businesses with minimal disruptions to their workflows.

July 29, 2024

Amazon, Better Business Bureau file joint lawsuit in fight over fake reviews

It’s the e-commerce giant’s first joint lawsuit tackling fake review brokers and aims to shut down ReviewServiceUSA.com.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 22, 2024

Knix enlists soccer star Megan Rapinoe for latest campaign

Rapinoe teamed up with the brand to pay athletes to talk about their periods while competing in sports.

By Howard Ruben • July 22, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: What the Supreme sale means for VF’s debt and Mango posts ‘record’ first half

The recent sale could spell good news for the apparel company’s upcoming maturities. Meanwhile, Mango plots expansion. 

By Retail Dive Staff • July 19, 2024

Shoppers find better deals this year as Prime Day fuels record $14.2B across e-commerce

Consumers avoided big-ticket purchases, but steep discounts drew in back-to-school shoppers and others — and not just at Amazon.

By Daphne Howland • July 18, 2024

Made In Cookware launches Canadian website

The North American expansion comes as the company looks to grow in more international markets.

By Howard Ruben • July 9, 2024

Vineyard Vines teams up with Jeep on capsule collection

The collection, which is available in select Vineyard Vines stores as well as on its website, consists of hats, sweatshirts, shirts and shorts.

By Howard Ruben • July 9, 2024

Rocksbox drops rental subscription

The jewelry company has rebranded as an e-commerce site, selling both new and pre-owned items.

By Howard Ruben • July 2, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: Chewy plans $500M share buyback, Conn’s receives Nasdaq delinquency notice

The online pet retailer agreed to repurchase shares from its largest shareholder, while the home retailer received the notification after not filing its latest quarterly report.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 28, 2024

Puma taps Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein veteran for VP of DTC

Erik Janshen will lead the brand’s global direct-to-consumer sales, including stores, e-commerce and “several online marketplaces.”

By Cara Salpini • June 28, 2024

Amazon market cap reaches $2 trillion

As the company reaches a financial milestone, it is reportedly developing a budget marketplace to compete with Temu and Shein.

By Nate Delesline III • June 27, 2024

Consumers splurge on cosmetics online despite inflation: report

While shoppers are trading down in categories like electronics and apparel, they’re continuing to buy luxury goods like fragrances and lipsticks, Adobe Analytics found.

By Howard Ruben • June 27, 2024

The Backroom: What’s going on with Amazon Fashion?

The podcast welcomes Fashion Dive to discuss what the e-commerce giant’s approach means for brands and consumers, and what could be different.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 27, 2024

TikTok Shop looks to woo small businesses with accelerators

Despite facing a U.S. ban, the social media platform is investing in resources to help scale women- and LGBTQIA+-owned businesses.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 26, 2024

Walmart, Target, Best Buy pile on as Amazon announces Prime Day schedule

These summer sales may offer the best deals of the season. But are they on products that consumers actually want?

By Daphne Howland • June 25, 2024

Target teams with Shopify to expand its marketplace

A selection of Shopify merchants, like True Classic, will join the mass merchant’s digital marketplace, with some available in stores in coming months.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 25, 2024