‘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

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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

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

Why off-price won't change much, even after a pandemic

With apparel sales sliding and e-commerce more important than ever, these retailers were expected to scramble. Their third quarter showed otherwise.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 23, 2020

Caleres to close 133 Naturalizer stores in shift to digital

Hit by the pandemic, many of the locations under the women's footwear brand had become unprofitable, while more sales were originating online.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 20, 2020

Lululemon names new CFO

Meghan Frank has served as co-CFO in the interim since April, and her appointment comes shortly after several exec moves in October.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 20, 2020

Ross keeps customers coming to stores in steady Q3

Profits declined more than 64%, but the off-price retailer stayed in the black and even bested its rivals despite having no e-commerce.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2020

Victoria's Secret rebound lifts L Brands as Q3 profits soar

While Bath & Body Works for several quarters seemed to be the retailer's only hope, its lingerie brand's new strength is poised to change that narrative.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 19, 2020

RadioShack brand acquired by new owner of Pier 1, Modell's IP

Retail Ecommerce Ventures has been on a buying spree of distressed retail intellectual property. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 19, 2020

Despite 'strong' Q3, Macy's operating loss approaches $5B for the year

The retailer's e-commerce rose at a steady clip and brought in new and younger customers, but its stores may be a problem even when they're open.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 19, 2020

Walmart doubles number of personal shoppers for the holidays

The big-box retailer has over 150,000 associates dedicated to filling orders, including grocery.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 19, 2020

The Backroom: J.C. Penney's slow ride through bankruptcy

The department store's deal to sell itself to landlords Simon and Brookfield is in its final stages. But the retailer's struggles are far from over.

By Retail Dive Team • Nov. 19, 2020

As pandemic continues, Home Depot and Lowe's continue to reap benefits

Heading into the winter months, analysts don't expect the sales boom to subside as consumers will be forced to stay inside more.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 18, 2020

Target steals more market share as same-day channels grow 217% in Q3

The retailer posted banner numbers across the board as consumers leaned on its digital-first services, and flocked to its stores, too.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 18, 2020

Wedding apparel retailer Brideside abruptly shuts down

Customers that have questions about orders are instructed to contact individual designers because the company is "no longer able to field inquiries." 

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 18, 2020

TJX to launch HomeGoods e-commerce as the category fuels stellar Q3

The off-price retailer faces uncertainty during the holiday quarter, however, and that may not ease until the pandemic ends.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 18, 2020

Out of stocks hit Casper's top line

The online mattress brand faced net revenue declines of 3.3%, while others in the category continue to win during the pandemic.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 17, 2020

Amazon jumps into pharmacy business, Prime members set to get steeper discounts

This move is a direct threat to retail pharmacy incumbents. CVS Health and Walgreens were hit in early market trading.

By Samantha Liss • Nov. 17, 2020

Kohl's disappoints in Q3 despite location advantage

The retailer proved the benefit of being away from the mall, but weak e-commerce hurt in the period as the pandemic discourages indoor shopping.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 17, 2020

Walmart sales gains slow in Q3 but remain strong ahead of the holidays

The retailer's sales rose 6.2% in the U.S. thanks to higher ticket values as visits slowed. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 17, 2020