Pirch names former Home Depot exec new CEO

The innovative appliance retailer retreated from its expansion earlier this year after its high-touch, experiential stores failed to attract sales outside of its California home base.

By Daphne Howland • July 18, 2018

Adidas 'ascendancy' in question as Nike steps up its game

Wells Fargo analysts downgraded the athletic brand's stock as sales in Europe have declined and it faces surging competition, including in North America.

By Daphne Howland • July 18, 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.

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Petco debuts brick-and-mortar pet wellness concept

The company acquired the PetCoach startup last year and is now bringing the formerly digital-only business to physical stores amid growing competition.

By Daphne Howland • July 18, 2018

Kroger’s in-store app aims to simplify healthy food shopping

OptUP lets customers score their groceries based on healthiness, scan and search for product alternatives and connect to digital carts for curbside pickup or delivery.

By Robert Williams • July 17, 2018

Amazon breaks Prime Day records despite site crashes

The e-commerce giant's major summer sale, aside from being a lucrative sales day for the company, gives it a chance to wrestle with system weaknesses ahead of the big dance: the holidays.

By Daphne Howland • July 17, 2018

Casper turns to Nordstrom in latest pop-up effort

The mattress startup is working with Target and now the department store to expand its reach as it looks to corner the market on sleep.

By Daphne Howland • July 17, 2018

Nine West reportedly looking to sell its remaining business

Encouraged by the better-than-expected price tag at auction for its namesake and Bandolino brands, the company is working with Lazard to possibly unload its remaining fashion brands, sources told Reuters.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 17, 2018

Gymboree tries for reboot as back-to-school season starts

This time last year found the children's retailer in Chapter 11, driven there by an unsustainable debt load and falling sales.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 16, 2018

Nike, Vogue collaborate on limited-edition sneaker line

The first-ever Jordan collaboration for women are stamped with the magazine editor's signature AWOK, which stands for "Anna Wintour Okay."

By Erica Sweeney • July 16, 2018

Five Below to open NYC flagship on 5th Avenue

This store will be larger than the discount chain's usual locations, and it's part of the CEO's ambitions to end up with 2,500 locations nationwide.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2018

June retail sales rise 0.3%, as e-commerce gained 1.3%

But second quarter comp sales are set to disappoint, some analysts say, as apparel and department stores continue to struggle. 

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2018

Amazon poised to grab half of online sales in the US

As its more lucrative marketplace continues to dominate, Amazon also faces a backlash as some sellers fail to live up to customer service standards.

By Daphne Howland • July 16, 2018

Victoria's Secret extends summer sale — but still gets no lift

The lingerie brand is "broken," according to Jeffries analyst Randal Konik, and that spells serious trouble for owner L Brands.

By Daphne Howland • July 13, 2018

Walmart mulls credit card switch

The retailer's credit business is unlikely to carry the level of perks found at other retailers, and a switch could be tricky, as Costco found out two years ago.

By Daphne Howland • July 13, 2018

New Nike concept store goes Live in LA

Experiential doesn't mean the same for every brand, concept or customer. That's a lesson the retailer is taking to heart as it iterates on the future of direct-to-consumer stores.

By Corinne Ruff • July 12, 2018

CommerceHub taps former J.C. Penney exec as COO

The supply chain network is looking to expand its relationships with retailers and add new products and capabilities. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 12, 2018

Walmart says no plans to sell Seiyu supermarket chain

The retail giant has squashed rumors earlier this week that it approached major retailers and private equity funds about selling its Japanese unit. 

By Corinne Ruff • Updated July 13, 2018

Sears slashes another 200 corporate jobs

The department store retailer has cut about 420 jobs so far this year as it attempts to reduce costs, but Sears acknowledges job cuts could hurt its business. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 12, 2018

Abercrombie checks in to sbe hotels

Retail at hotels is nothing new, but many partnerships between retail and the hospitality industry now go well beyond traditional enterprises like lobby gift shops or coffee stands.

By Daphne Howland • July 12, 2018

Walmart expanding c-store test

The retail giant aims to make shopping easier with fuel centers located in the parking lots of its massive supercenters. 

By Daphne Howland • July 12, 2018

Which retailers spend the most on lobbying?

While Walmart has kept a staid approach in Washington, Amazon's efforts have skyrocketed in recent years.

By Corinne Ruff • July 11, 2018

Nordstrom investors balk at 5-year plan

The department store retailer laid out a set of ambitious goals for the next few years to grow sales and invest in digital capabilities.

By Corinne Ruff • July 11, 2018

Marvin Ellison shakes up his Lowe's team

The COO and chief customer officer roles have been axed as the newly arrived CEO works to move the retailer out from under The Home Depot's shadow.

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2018

Fabletics will open 75 new stores in big growth push

The brand is holding its own in the booming activewear category, but competition is fierce. An expanded executive team and merchandising upgrades are positioned to help. 

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2018

Grocery giant Kroger tries on a new outfit with apparel line

The company hired Joe Mimran, the acclaimed designer and the mind behind Loblaws' Joe Fresh brand, to create a signature clothing brand called Dip.

By Krishna Thakker • July 10, 2018