Walmart to expand health centers to Florida next year

The retail giant has expanded its healthcare presence during the pandemic and plans to open additional clinics in Georgia this year and possibly Chicago.

By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • July 24, 2020

Rent the Runway hires new chief technology, people officers

The appointments come after the fashion rental company's former CTO and president departed earlier this year. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 23, 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.

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Adevinta acquires eBay Classifieds for $9.2B

The companies said they expect to complete the deal by next year. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 23, 2020

Retail REITs may not recover until 2022, S&P says

Store closures, bankruptcies and wary shoppers mean cash flow disruptions for major landlords. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 23, 2020

How Ascena went bankrupt

The retailer went big in the new millennium, even as clothing sales growth shrank. Its Chapter 11 filing Thursday isn't just about the pandemic.

By Daphne Howland • July 23, 2020

Nike to lay off 'at least' 500 employees at Oregon headquarters

As part of an effort to streamline its organization, the athletics retailer will cut jobs, resulting in up to $250 million in termination costs.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Aug. 3, 2020

Retailers join forces in bid to replace the plastic bag

Target, Walmart and Kroger are part of a newly formed, $15 million "Beyond the Bag" program.

By Sam Silverstein • July 23, 2020

Walmart to close on Thanksgiving

The retailer framed the decision to close U.S. stores on the holiday — for the first time in more than 30 years — as a gesture of thanks to employees.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 22, 2020

Ulta to 'proactively' close 19 stores, open 30 new ones

The retailer reduced its new store projection for the year and said it plans to take advantage of "new real estate opportunities" created by COVID-19.

By Cara Salpini • July 22, 2020

Neiman Marcus launches virtual hub as customers remain wary of indoor shopping

The 113-year-old retailer piloted remote services over a year ago, which is handy now as it works its way out of bankruptcy during a pandemic.

By Daphne Howland • July 22, 2020

Tapestry CEO abruptly resigns

CFO Joanne Crevoiserat takes over in the interim as the company works to replace Jide Zeitlin.

By Daphne Howland • Updated July 23, 2020

Sephora to cut 117 jobs in restructuring

Some of the roles come from its J.C. Penney partnership as the pandemic pushed the beauty retailer to accelerate a review of its corporate structure.

By Cara Salpini • July 21, 2020

Tailored Brands to close up to 500 stores, slash corporate workforce 20%

The Men's Wearhouse owner also announced the departure of its CFO and the creation of a new chief restructuring officer role.

By Kaarin Moore • July 21, 2020

Nordstrom lays off 521 in Seattle

After closing 16 full-line stores and withholding rent, the retailer has said it's working to cut non-store expenses by 20%. 

By Daphne Howland • July 21, 2020

L.L. Bean launches first wholesale partnerships

The 108-year-old retailer is expanding its omnichannel efforts by working with Nordstrom, Staples and Midwestern sporting goods retailer Scheels.

By Kaarin Moore • July 21, 2020

Retailers call on the nation's governors to mandate masks

The lack of unified political leadership around face coverings that prevent contagion of COVID-19 is "simply irresponsible," 21 retail CEOs said Monday.

By Daphne Howland • July 20, 2020

Dollar Tree names new CEO

Michael Witynski is taking on the chief executive role as the pandemic continues to drive business to the dollar store segment. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 20, 2020

Bloomberg: Mall owner CBL prepping a Ch. 11 filing

The company would be the first major mall REIT to buckle under the pressures that have been intensified by the pandemic.

By Daphne Howland • July 20, 2020

Macy's, Neiman Marcus look to resume exec payments as department store woes continue

One has already reinstated equity bonuses while the other is under scrutiny in bankruptcy for its cash bonus plan. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 17, 2020

Is the pandemic giving Gap Inc. one last chance?

Current conditions may make it easier for the retailer to rightsize its footprint, grow its athleisure brand and boost Old Navy, Wells Fargo analysts said Friday.

By Daphne Howland • July 17, 2020

Walmart to customers: Everybody must get masked

Target is the latest to require shoppers to cover their faces in all stores, joining the retail giant, as well as Best Buy, Kohl's and Costco, among others.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2020

Ulta launches Conscious Beauty initiative

Starting in the fall, the beauty retailer will certify brands under various pillars, like cruelty free, vegan and sustainable packaging.

By Cara Salpini • July 16, 2020

J.C. Penney to cut 1K jobs as it shrinks in bankruptcy

As the retailer closes stores, it's letting go of corporate and other support staff, with the clock ticking on its progress through Chapter 11.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 16, 2020

Neiman Marcus may close 4 stores for good

The bankrupt retailer says marketing the leases is an effort to monetize their value and that it's "always assessing" its footprint to ensure that it's optimal.

By Daphne Howland • July 15, 2020

The Paper Store files for Ch. 11, plans to sell itself

The regional gift retailer missed some of its most important sales days of the year due to COVID-19 closures.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 15, 2020