The Weekly Closeout: Another entertainment exec at Gap Inc., and tariff refunds trickle in

The apparel conglomerate beefed up its "fashiontainment" roster, while retailers are getting their money back on import levies canceled by the Supreme Court.

By Retail Dive Staff • May 15, 2026

Marc Jacobs to be acquired by Toys R Us parent company

LVMH is selling the fashion label after nearly three decades to brand management firm WHP Global.

By Kaarin Moore • May 14, 2026

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The direct-to-consumer landscape in retail

More mature brands are pursuing exit strategies and expanding their reach, while traditional retailers are increasingly shifting to a DTC model.

By Retail Dive staff

Dillard’s is so confident, it opened a new store

Sales, margins and profits grew in Q1 — impressive results considering that consumers and the department store model itself are under pressure.

By Daphne Howland • May 14, 2026

On maintains momentum with record Q1 sales

The athleticwear brand set a new baseline for gross margin with strong DTC and apparel growth but room for improvement in the Americas.

By Lara Ewen • May 13, 2026

Victoria’s Secret unveils allegations against activist investor, loses board director

Activist investor BBRC is taking "the hard way" to force governance change at the intimates company less than a month before its shareholder meeting.

By Dani James • May 12, 2026

Under Armour counts on tariff refunds to help it rebound this year

The brand’s declines in Q4 and its full fiscal year were due in part to a pullback on distribution and SKUs. But only in part.

By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2026

EBay rejects GameStop’s $56B bid, calling it ‘neither credible nor attractive’

EBay's chairman of the board described the company as a "strong, resilient business" that's well positioned under its current management. 

By Dani James • May 12, 2026

Carter’s interim CEO: ‘We’re in line for our refund’

Richard Westenberger said that the company has filed for around $130 million in refunds from the government due to IEEPA-related tariff charges.

By Kaarin Moore • May 11, 2026

Grocery shoppers are trading down to lower-priced retailers, report finds

Rather than just seeking cheaper brands, more shoppers are planning to switch retailers entirely, opting for less expensive stores, Alvarez & Marsal found. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 11, 2026

Mattel shareholder pushes company to explore sale

The investment management firm laid out scenerios where the toy company could be acquired by private equity, Hasbro or a media business. 

By Kaarin Moore • May 8, 2026

Bob’s Q1 growth defies wider sector trends

New store openings, strong comps and an expanding foothold with higher-income households helped the retailer navigate industrywide storms.

By Lara Ewen • May 8, 2026

Lee jeans up for sale in surprise Kontoor move

The company also owns Wrangler, which it says will be a $5 billion brand, and last year bought Norwegian outdoor apparel maker Helly Hansen.

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2026

As Gen Z embraces Coach, Tapestry raises expectations

CEO Joanne Crevoiserat described opportunity in footwear for what she ultimately sees as a $10 billion brand. Meanwhile, Kate Spade stumbled in Q3.

By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2026

Adore Me weighs on Victoria’s Secret operating income

The company reported a $120 million impairment charge related to the subbrand, with the fair values of certain Adore Me assets deemed “nominal,” per a filing.

By Dani James • May 6, 2026

Brooks Running boasts global sales growth

The athletics retailer reported pronounced growth in China and an acceleration in apparel sales. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 6, 2026

SEC unveils blueprint for ditching quarterly reporting

The proposal is part of the “Make IPOs Great Again” push aimed at reducing the “rigidity” of rules governing public companies, SEC Chair Paul Atkins said Tuesday.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 6, 2026

REI reports flat sales, narrower losses as store workers call for a boycott

The REI Union said a boycott of the retailer’s anniversary sale is the only way to be heard, as contract talks ended last week without an agreement.

By Daphne Howland • May 5, 2026

Mattel CEO: ‘Consumers are buying toys’

Ynon Kreiz said that the toy industry is healthy and the company is continuing to see demand.

By Kaarin Moore • May 5, 2026

GameStop’s $56B eBay bid aims to create collectibles powerhouse

The gaming retailer submitted an unsolicited acquisition proposal for the online marketplace and suggested its store fleet could serve as eBay's fulfillment network.

By Dani James • May 4, 2026

Estée Lauder now expects up to 10K role reductions

The cosmetics company increased its expected role cuts as part of its restructuring effort, with much of the increase in point-of-sale jobs at department stores.

By Dani James • May 1, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Heydude sales decline and Lululemon dishes about Chip Wilson

The Crocs-owned footwear brand's sales fell 12%, while the athletics company spelled out a fraught relationship in proxy documents.

By Retail Dive Staff • May 1, 2026

Wayfair touts market share gains in retail’s toughest category

The home goods retailer also posted a healthy Q1 sales increase, but its struggles with profitability continued as net loss barely budged.

By Daphne Howland • April 30, 2026

Amazon Prime Day moves to June

The e-commerce company's sales event happened in July last year. Meanwhile, Q1 earnings showed strong growth in online store net sales.

By Dani James • April 30, 2026

As discounts proliferate, Adidas must ‘defend newness’

In another big growth quarter, the activewear giant said it pulled back on wholesale to avoid promotions on new product.

By Cara Salpini • April 29, 2026

Etsy CEO calls on sellers to refresh inventory, provide ‘really great human service’

Kruti Patel Goyal, a 15-year company veteran who took the top job in January, said the company’s Q1 performance indicates early turnaround success.

By Daphne Howland • April 29, 2026