These retailers could file for bankruptcy in 2025

From At Home to Guitar Center, here’s who’s most at risk in the year ahead.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Jan. 18, 2025

Reebok’s US operations acquired by Galaxy Universal

Under new ownership, the company plans to open more full-price or experiential stores, according to a Reebok executive. 

By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 13, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Ulta’s future and Big Lots’ store-saving deal

The beauty retailer named a new CEO while Big Lots closed on a sale agreement that will enable it to keep hundreds of stores open.

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 10, 2025

Private equity firm buys controlling stake in True Religion

The deal with Acon Investments comes as the denim brand looks to diversify its product offering and expand its reach.

By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 10, 2025

Consortium Brand Partners acquires Jonathan Adler

This is the private equity firm’s third acquisition in 18 months, following previously announced deals with Draper James and Outdoor Voices.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 9, 2025

Holiday e-commerce hits a record as shoppers choose phones over stores

Consumers sought out deals but inflation didn’t really tamp down demand during the season, according to the latest figures from Adobe Analytics.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2025

Over a third of consumers took on debt this holiday season

By generation, millennials took on the most, while baby boomers took on the least, according to a recent LendingTree survey.

By Howard Ruben • Jan. 6, 2025

US retail sales rose 3.8% this holiday season

Consumers were motivated by deals with last-minute purchases accounting for 10% of all holiday spending, per Mastercard.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Jan. 6, 2025

Marquee Brands acquires Laura Ashley

With the addition of the U.K.-based lifestyle company, Marquee’s brand portfolio will exceed $4 billion in retail sales.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 6, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Vera Bradley urged to sell and Fleet Feet makes an acquisition

Fund 1 Investments in a letter pushed the accessories brand to consider strategic alternatives, while the footwear retailer bought South Sound Running.

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 3, 2025

Perfect Corp expands into luxury fashion with Wannaby acquisition

The company was acquired from Farfetch so Perfect Corp can broaden its virtual try-on capabilities into categories like shoes, bags and apparel. 

By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 2, 2025

Big Lots’ new deal could keep up to 400 stores open

Under the transaction, Variety Wholesalers would acquire at least 200 stores and up to two distribution centers, saving jobs in the process.

By Stephanie Arnold • Dec. 30, 2024

Destination XL gets offer to go private

The big and tall men’s apparel retailer “would be far better served” as a private company, Fund 1 says.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 26, 2024

Saks Global names new leadership as it completes $2.7B Neiman Marcus acquisition

Saks CEO Marc Metrick will lead the expanded company, while chief merchant Tracy Margolies will take over as Bergdorf Goodman’s president. 

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 24, 2024

Party City to close all stores in bankruptcy

About 14 months after emerging from Chapter 11, the retailer finds itself in bankruptcy court once again. This time, it’s liquidating.

By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 23, 2024

Nordstroms succeed in taking company private for $6.25B

The board unanimously approved the deal, which also includes Mexican retail conglomerate El Puerto de Liverpool and gives the founding family a majority stake.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 23, 2024

Nike CEO: Wholesale partners ‘feel we’ve turned our back on them’

Elliott Hill, who just took over the top spot in October, vowed a return to stronger relationships with its partners as sales fell 8% in Q2.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 20, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: Walmart to invest $1.3B in Chile and what Nike’s stumble means for Foot Locker

The big-box retailer’s plans include 70 new stores across Chile, while the sportswear giant’s DTC about-face could be a boon to Foot Locker.

By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 20, 2024

Birkenstock closes out its fiscal year on a high note

The German footwear brand is carefully calibrating its wholesale and direct-to-consumer strategies, with plans to grow its store count by 50% next year.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 19, 2024

CFPB swats at retail credit cards

The federal agency warned companies issuing credit cards about illegal tactics, specifically calling out promotions that turn into “bait-and-switch” offers.

By Lynne Marek • Dec. 19, 2024

J.C. Penney loss narrows in Q3 as sales declines continue

The department store has more flexibility than others attempting a turnaround, but ongoing top-line weakness clouds its longer-term prospects.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 18, 2024

5 retailers that need a great 2024 holiday season

Some companies are coming off a tough quarter, while others switched leadership or are dealing with changing consumer behavior. But all of these retailers need a W. 

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 17, 2024

Vera Wang sells namesake brand to WHP Global

Wang will become a shareholder and continue to lead the label’s creative direction.

By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 16, 2024

Academy Sports and Outdoors to expand Nike offerings amid declining sales

In April next year, the sporting goods retailer intends to introduce “full assortments” of the brand into more than 140 stores.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 16, 2024

PayPal to raise prices for merchants

The digital payments pioneer plans to increase fees U.S. merchants pay for some of its services, including buy now, pay later options, starting next month.

By Lynne Marek • Dec. 16, 2024