Glossier's customer obsession is about stirring up conversation

During a keynote at Shoptalk, CEO Emily Weiss highlighted social sharing as one of the company's biggest drivers of growth. 

By Corinne Ruff • March 21, 2018

Why Lowe’s is doubling down on AR for mobile

The company partnered with Google Tuesday to launch an augmented reality-enabled feature showcasing the spring collection on its mobile app.

By Corinne Ruff • March 20, 2018

Joann eyes maker movement with new business program

The 75-year-old company hasn't done much beyond its usual sales to cater to the environment ushered in by Etsy a decade ago, but that's changing with JOANN+.

By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2018

Amazon reportedly interested in some Toys R Us stores

The e-tailer is looking to expand its physical footprint with parts from the bankrupt toy giant, according to Bloomberg. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 20, 2018

Report: High turnover rate among top women in retail hurting the industry

The candidate pool for executive-level manager and C-suite positions at retailers and consumer brands is 83% white and 67% male, according to a new report from The Network of Executive Women.

By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2018

Retailers speak out against China trade sanctions

An open letter to President Donald Trump from 25 major retailers said the proposed tariffs would "punish American working families" and increase the cost of household basics.

By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2018

Walmart adding assembly services to 2,000 stores

The retail giant is partnering with odd-job network Handy to bring TV mounting and furniture assembly services, a move that comes as Walmart revamps its furniture offerings.

By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2018

How Amazon Go went from press release to a real live store

Machine learning, computer vision and people are the secret sauce making Amazon Go go, executives said during a keynote at Shoptalk Sunday. 

By Laura Heller • March 19, 2018

Claire's files for bankruptcy

The teen retailer entered Chapter 11 with a plan to reduce its debt load, inject new capital and let lenders take over a stake in the company. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 19, 2018

True Value announces buyout deal with private equity firm

If the deal is approved by members, it would end the hardware seller's days as a co-op, with retailers losing majority control in return for being able to cash in their equity.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 19, 2018

Authentic Brands snaps up Nautica from VF

This is the company's largest brand acquisition to date and will expand the Authentic Brands portfolio to nearly $7 billion in global retail sales, as VF continues to pare down its own stable.

By Daphne Howland • March 19, 2018

L.L. Bean laying off 100 amid flat sales

The iconic bootmaker is also nixing a new plan to embed Internet of Things sensors into its apparel.

By Daphne Howland • March 19, 2018

FAO Schwarz inks deal for North America airports

As former parent company Toys R Us fades away, the iconic toy seller is engineering a comeback.

By Daphne Howland • March 19, 2018

Macy’s CEO: Heritage won’t bring the company into the future

In a keynote at Shoptalk, CEO Jeff Gennette touted virtual reality for furniture sales, mobile checkout and private label as key pieces of the company's transformation. 

By Corinne Ruff • March 19, 2018

Nike brand chief departing amid misconduct allegations

Trevor Edwards has been widely seen as a successor to Nike CEO Mark Parker, who will now delay his own departure, Bloomberg reports.

By Daphne Howland • March 16, 2018

Ulta same-store sales momentum slows

An increase in e-commerce sales drove higher discounts and a variety of factors is leading the beauty retailer to scale back future expectations.

By Daphne Howland • March 16, 2018

Winn-Dixie parent Southeastern Grocers is filing for bankruptcy

The struggling company will close 94 stores across various banners and keep another 582 running.

By Jeff Wells • March 16, 2018

Boxed CFO out amid acquisition rumors

Acquiring the consumer goods e-commerce site is a logical play for a number of retailers as consumers increasingly do their grocery shopping online.

By Daphne Howland • March 16, 2018

Whistleblower alleges Walmart inflated digital sales

The retailer, however, said it looked into the "disgruntled" former executive's claims and found nothing of concern.

By Daphne Howland • March 16, 2018

How Toys R Us' bankruptcy hopes came crashing down

The toy seller entered Chapter 11 with the goal of a leaner, better business. Instead, a terrible holiday season sent it in a different direction. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 15, 2018

Dollar General to open 900 stores in 2018

The company’s 28th consecutive year of positive same-store sales growth shows that not all retail is hurting, analysts say.

By Daphne Howland • March 15, 2018

Sears plans to build on 2017 'progress' as comps drop 15%

Executives maintain that operational performance is improving and the company is fully committed to a transformation.

By Corinne Ruff • March 15, 2018

Adidas is outpacing rivals in North America

The company's focus on street styles is protecting margins and winning fans on the home turf of Nike and Under Armour.

By Daphne Howland • March 15, 2018

Toys R Us to liquidate US business

Unable to meet the terms of a bankruptcy loan, the toy retailer is forced to liquidate domestic operations, though it might be able to salvage 200 stores.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 15, 2018

Warby Parker raises $75M, reaches profitability

The eyewear upstart has been a "unicorn" for a while and is widely anticipated to go public soon.

By Daphne Howland • March 15, 2018