Walmart expands robots to 650 additional stores

That brings the tech to 1,000 total locations, but a spokesperson noted that the company views robots as "assistants to the associates and their jobs."

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 14, 2020

Crate and Barrel halts holiday TV ads for the first time

At NRF's Big Show, CEO Neela Montgomery said the retailer refocused marketing dollars on social channels like Instagram.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 14, 2020

In reversal, Away's Steph Korey to take on co-CEO role

Former Lululemon executive Stuart Haselden was previously tapped to take over as CEO, but he will now share that responsibility with Korey.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 13, 2020

Casper files for IPO

The mattress company became known for its bed-in-a-box model, and spent nearly half a billion dollars on marketing to become a known disruptor. 

By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 13, 2020

Keeping pace: A timeline of two years in athletics retail

From major executive departures to innovative store concepts and corporate culture incidents, here are a few of the biggest recent industry events.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 13, 2020

The comeback of the brick-and-mortar store

A key takeaway from the NRF's Big Show is that retail's future lies squarely between four walls as customer acquisition costs mount.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 13, 2020

Kohl's CEO: 'Amazon is working'

Speaking at the NRF's Big Show, Michelle Gass defended the retailer's returns partnership with the e-commerce giant after a disappointing holiday. 

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 13, 2020

Party City fills CFO slot with retail vet as it tries to rebound from sluggish 2019

Todd Vogensen, currently CFO of Chico's, will be tasked with helping the party goods chain improve its bottom line after a year of declining sales. 

By Jane Thier • Jan. 12, 2020

Pier 1 downgraded by Moody's

Just days ago the retailer signaled it could close nearly half its store fleet, though analysts question whether that's enough to stem losses.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 10, 2020

PVH completes sale of Speedo North America for $170M

Pentland Group will now operate the Speedo business worldwide.

By Daphne Howland , Kaarin Moore • Updated April 7, 2020

Target launches private label activewear line

The mass merchant touted the "All in Motion" brand's prices, inclusive sizing and sustainable fabrics as it takes aim at the sportswear market.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 10, 2020

WWD: Amazon to sell luxury fashion

The high-end platform would provide a level of control not usually granted to brands, and would be a departure for the e-commerce giant.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2020

Bed Bath & Beyond to delay closure of 20 stores

After reporting "unsatisfactory" third quarter results, the troubled retailer withdrew its full-year outlook. 

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 9, 2020

Holiday sales by the numbers: Target same-store sales up 1.4%, miss estimates

The retailer's overall sales were dragged down by comp declines in electronics and home, while toys — an important category in the period — remained flat.

By Ben Unglesbee , Daphne Howland • Updated Jan. 16, 2020

Lululemon names Nike veteran first chief brand officer

Nikki Neuburger spent 14 years at the global sportswear giant and oversaw the Nike Membership division, among other things.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 9, 2020

P&G snaps up women's shaving disruptor Billie

The CPG giant wants to invigorate its grooming business by combining consumer insights, digital capabilities and innovation with another DTC buy.

By Robert Williams • Jan. 9, 2020

Court rules Walmart must pay drivers $54.6M for layover, break time

The drivers filed a class-action suit seeking back pay for time spent in layover, on break or in inspections.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 9, 2020

Ex-Taco Bell brand chief Marisa Thalberg lands at Lowe's

In a statement, the retailer's CEO, Marvin Ellison, called out Thalberg's expertise in building "culturally resonant brands."

By Peter Adams • Jan. 8, 2020

Walgreens centers strategy on cost cuts

The drugstore's problem lies in outdated stores, where its greatest retail strength, beauty, underperformed against the wider market.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2020

Kohl's shares downgraded by Cowen as it faces sales, margin pressures

The department store has plenty working in its favor but plays in a troubled sector and needs to find ways to win over younger shoppers, analysts say. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 8, 2020

West Elm partners with DTC plant brand Bloomscape

The collaboration marks the direct-to-consumer company's first with a major retailer and follows a late 2019 Series A funding round of $7.5 million.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 8, 2020

Macy's says it will close 29 stores

While its holiday sales decline wasn't as steep as feared, the department store is once again reducing its fleet.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2020

Pier 1 to close up to 450 locations

The decision to reduce its footprint by nearly half follows a report the retailer is cutting corporate staff by 40% and has drafted a bankruptcy plan.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 7, 2020

Placer.ai: Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, CVS and Ulta poised to win in 2020

Some of the strongest players in their sectors could make even more gains, while the industry watches to see if Bed Bath & Beyond can turn itself around. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 7, 2020

Avon names new CEO

The appointment of Angela Cretu, who has been with the company for more than 20 years, comes as Natura closed a deal to acquire the cosmetics brand.

By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 7, 2020