FedEx to acquire ShopRunner

The deal, which aims to help the carrier expand its e-commerce capabilities, is expected to close by the end of the year.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 3, 2020

Consumers may buy less this holiday. Could retailers actually make more?

At some stores, Black Friday markdowns weren't as steep as years past, in part due to the pandemic's supply chain disruption. There may be a lesson there.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 3, 2020

LVMH's chief digital officer leaves for cryptocurrency startup

The move comes as other brands and retailers retool their executive hires for the digital era.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 2, 2020

J.C. Penney plans new beauty concept

On the heels of a deal between Sephora and Kohl's, a J.C. Penney spokesperson said the department store is developing a new beauty offering.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 2, 2020

Men's Wearhouse owner exits bankruptcy

Tailored Brands, slow to adapt to menswear trends that have only accelerated due to the pandemic, faces all its old challenges anew.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 2, 2020

Walmart+ drops free shipping minimum

The retail giant still requires at least a $35 order for store-based same-day grocery delivery for members, who pay about $100 each year.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 2, 2020

Sephora to open 850 Kohl’s shop-in-shops in break with J.C. Penney

By 2023, the beauty retailer will be winding down its partnership with one department store and ramping up its deal with another.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 1, 2020

Under Armour, Steph Curry launch brand

Innovative footwear, apparel and accessories are features of the collection, with a focus on expanding sports participation for underserved kids.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 1, 2020

Walmart to lay off more than 1,200 in omnichannel reorganization

The retailer announced in July layoffs were imminent. Execs said new supply chain positions would open as it moves to blend store and online operations.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 1, 2020

Sycamore snaps up Ann Taylor, other remaining Ascena brands for $540M

The private equity firm is taking on the largely mall-based brands at a time when the pandemic has further weakened traffic and apparel demand.

By Daphne Howland • Updated Dec. 10, 2020

Anniversary Sale lifts Nordstrom in Q3

The pandemic has forced alterations to its market strategy, but analysts increasingly see the department store as having the best long-term potential.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 30, 2020

Winners and losers of Black Friday 2020

Online sales, curbside and store pickup all surged as a sales event defined by the pandemic took shape. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 28, 2020

Black Friday 2020 online sales on pace to grow as much as 42%

While COVID-19 rages across the U.S., consumers are staying home — but still shopping. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 27, 2020

For some apparel retailers, Q3 was a comeback quarter

The pandemic has complicated an already tough market, but a few players managed to get it right in the period.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 25, 2020

Victoria's Secret lingerie chief out

John Mehas had led the faltering business since February 2019 and has been replaced by L Brands' international business chief, Martin Waters.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 25, 2020

Dick’s plans new outdoor concept, Public Lands, for 2021 launch

The retailer plans to open two new stores under the banner next year as it chases campers and kayakers in the COVID-19 era.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 25, 2020

J. Crew CEO exits

Jan Singer is leaving, and current Madewell executive Libby Wadle will be stepping into the role — the third executive to take the spot in three years.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 25, 2020

‘Are there bolder moves we can take?’: Ulta president talks Target partnership

Dave Kimbell discusses how the beauty retailer decided on square footage, the number of stores and representing the true experience in a small space.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 25, 2020

How Guitar Center went from jukebox hero to latest pandemic bankruptcy

For years the musical equipment retailer struggled under debt from a private equity buyout. Can Chapter 11 help it turn things around?

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 24, 2020

Walgreens revamps app, loyalty program

Mobile users can now chat with a pharmacist, book medical care and vaccination appointments and obtain real-time flu alerts. 

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 24, 2020

Dick's CEO Ed Stack to step down in February

Company veteran Lauren Hobart, who joined the company as chief marketing officer in 2011, will take over the top spot.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 24, 2020

Best Buy posts 'blockbuster' Q3 with digital sales up nearly 175%

The electronics retailer has kept up its winning streak amid the pandemic, while its growth bodes well for the U.S. consumer.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 24, 2020

Walmart adds to its last-mile arsenal with acquisition of startup assets

The retailer will purchase select properties, including talent and technology, from peer-to-peer delivery firm JoyRun.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 24, 2020

With relatively few stores, Amazon touts holiday pickup options

The e-commerce giant is suddenly at something of a disadvantage as fulfillment promptness remains a worry.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 23, 2020

Ugg opens first flagship in NYC

The retailer will open a fleet of flagship stores internationally starting in 2021. 

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 23, 2020