WHSmith reportedly tried to buy Barnes & Noble. Why?

Unnamed sources told The Wall Street Journal the British book and travel chain was the mysterious bidder who ultimately walked away.

By Corinne Ruff • Nov. 7, 2018

Nordstrom taps cloud platform to streamline wholesale buying

The retailer's partnership with NuOrder aims to improve the wholesale and assortment selection process.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 7, 2018

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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

Ralph Lauren posts 'anemic' Q2 results

The iconic American brand is celebrating its 50th anniversary, but despite improvements, there are no fireworks, analysts say.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2018

Office Depot grows despite declines in IT unit

The retailer is moving to boost profitability at CompuCom, the IT acquisition it made a year ago.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2018

8 retailers that could go bankrupt in the next year

With Sears Holdings and Mattress Firm filing Chapter 11 this fall, Retail Dive looked at other retailers that have debt, cash and competitive issues, and may be vulnerable. 

By Ben Unglesbee , Cara Salpini • Nov. 7, 2018

CVS retail sales move into the black

The drugstore eked out a comp increase in its front-of-store retail operations for the quarter, thanks mostly to its beauty category.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2018

David's Bridal prepares for possible Ch. 11 as creditor talks continue

The wedding apparel retailer is working on a potential bankruptcy filing while it tries to forge an out-of-court deal with creditors. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated Nov. 9, 2018

7-Eleven pilots mobile checkout to let customers skip the line

The convenience chain aims to make shopping even easier with features powered by tech, including geofencing, QR codes and mobile payments.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 6, 2018

Destination Maternity to close 117 stores amid turnaround

The retailer is facing challenges in the space as it works to catch up in e-commerce and right-size its fleet.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2018

Reports: Amazon to split HQ2 between NYC, Northern Virginia

Just days after word spread that three cities were in "late-stage" talks to win the much-anticipated HQ2, this latest news has sent shockwaves.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 6, 2018

Glossier to transform NYC showroom into 1st flagship

The startup beauty brand is planning to open "two shoppable floors" in SoHo this week, following in the footsteps of other digitally native brands.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 6, 2018

Amazon adds Prime Business members to new delivery option

The service allows shoppers to specify a day for packages to be delivered, which the e-commerce giant says is more convenient and sustainable —but could also help slash its shipping costs.

By Daphne Howland • Updated March 19, 2019

Walmart drops $800M lawsuit against Synchrony Financial

While Walmart cut ties with the financial services company this summer, its Sam's Club unit is set to expand a partnership for store-branded credit cards.

By Corinne Ruff • Updated Jan. 24, 2019

Kroger partners with the remnant of Toys R Us

The grocery chain plans to bring a pop-up dubbed Geoffrey's Toy Box — consisting of exclusive toy brands and forged from the intellectual property of Toys R Us — to 600 stores.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2018

Walmart, Microsoft building 'cloud factory' in Austin

The two corporate giants are taking the next step in a long-term partnership, bringing together tech talent from both firms under Walmart's roof.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 5, 2018

Lowe's to shutter 51 stores in North America

Plans include closing 20 U.S. stores, some immediately, and reflect new CEO Marvin Ellison's take-charge approach.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2018

Sears lands $60M bid for home services unit

Online contractor marketplace Service.com is looking to buy one of Sears' most valuable remaining assets, just months after Eddie Lampert eyed it.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 5, 2018

Modcloth to shutter its site on Election Day

Like REI's Black Friday shut-down, Modcloth closing down its website and shops could resonate with its key customers.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2018

Kohl's sweetening its popular 'Kohl's Cash' for the holidays

The department store is making it easier to shop using its app and is leveraging stores for e-commerce fulfillment.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2018

7 retailers that made pivotal deals in 2018

Walmart made its largest deal ever — abroad — Amazon made moves in pharma and Macy's absorbed popular store concept creator Story. Here are the deals that have defined the year.

By Corinne Ruff , Ben Unglesbee , Cara Salpini , Kaarin Moore • Nov. 5, 2018

Lowe's fills vacant CIO role with retail tech veteran

Seemantini Godbole fills the CIO role after the home improvement company quietly announced its vacancy in its Q2 FY18 earnings call.

By Samantha Schwartz • Nov. 5, 2018

Target unwraps new direction for holiday ads and expands in-store mobile

Employees will use handheld devices to scan items and accept payments so customers can skip the line. 

By Erica Sweeney • Nov. 5, 2018

Tariffs threaten The Container Store's turnaround

The retailer says it is working to mitigate the impact of new tariffs on Chinese goods, which made up 37% of its products last year.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 2, 2018

Macy's chief merchandiser to depart

Jeff Kantor's retirement is just the latest executive exit from the iconic department store.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 2, 2018

FabFitFun tops 1M subscribers

The service may have a leg up in the troubled subscription segment, due to its exclusive content and less frequent deliveries.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 2, 2018