Lowe's readies for spring with big seasonal hiring boost

Customer service chatbots are also on the hiring roster — a growing trend among retailers.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 25, 2018

4 retailers land on Bloomberg's new global Gender Equality Index

CVS Health, Gap Inc., Kering and Walmart de México all made the cut as the movement toward parity gains momentum. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 25, 2018

Ralph Lauren beefs up digital with new hires

The retailer is bringing back the iconic 1993 Snow Beach collection, with vintage and updated pieces, but can't afford to go backward on e-commerce. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 24, 2018

Toys R Us to shutter 180 stores

As part of a major brick-and-mortar revamp, the company also said it will open a dozen stores, co-brand with Babies R Us and recharge its loyalty program.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 24, 2018

Store closures overshadow strength of physical retail

The contraction in brick-and-mortar retail, especially in apparel, has driven an apocalyptic narrative that doesn't reflect the resiliency of malls and stores, according to consulting firm FGRT.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 24, 2018

New order-to-store system blamed for Whole Foods shortages

Employees told Business Insider the supply program is too stringent and is failing to meet demand.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 24, 2018

Target CEO named chairman of RILA

In his new role, Brian Cornell said he will focus on boosting diversity and innovation in the industry.

By Daphne Howland , Corinne Ruff • Jan. 24, 2018

Claire's taps Lazard to deal with debt

The teen accessories retailer has struggled with a debt load since a leveraged buyout by private equity more than a decade ago. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2018

Is Lidl still a major threat for American grocers?

The German retailer appears to be struggling out of the gate, leading some observers to say it’s not the adversary it first seemed. But it may be just a matter of time.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2018

Walmart reportedly seeking buyers in Brazil

Just last year the retail giant was poised to invest millions to reinvigorate sagging operations in the South American country.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2018

Abercrombie & Fitch lifts guidance, bids farewell to longtime exec

Arthur C. Martinez will leave at the end of the company's fiscal year, at a time when the teen apparel retailer has improved merchandise and stores to drive sales.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2018

How Bon-Ton came to the brink of bankruptcy

The department store retailer has been around for more than a century. But as its sales dwindle and debt problems mount, Bon-Ton must convince stakeholders that it's still relevant. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 22, 2018

Amazon Go opens to the public

The company has smoothed out glitches in the cashierless store as one of the most anticipated retail concepts in years finally goes live. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2018

Lowe's counters activist pressure with 3 board appointments

The positions will take effect as the home improvement retailer tries to better differentiate from rival Home Depot.  

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2018

Abercrombie & Fitch launches unisex kids line

The retailer's new "Everybody Collection" incorporates popular trends across genders, complete with a single size system.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2018

Burberry sales slip amid turnaround

The upscale brand is at the "beginning of a multi-year journey" to revamp merchandise, sales channels and image.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 22, 2018

Casper fortifies growth strategy with new CMO

Jeff Brooks, who has 25 years of brand-building experience, will be the retailer's new chief marketing officer.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2018

Pirch retreats from retail with new membership program

The company was a poster child for today’s brick-and-mortar goals with a highly experiential shopping environment, but has closed most stores and will now rely on the design trade for sales.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2018

Sears downgraded as it negotiates with lenders

As the department store retailer tries to restructure $1 billion in debt — which could keep Sears out of bankruptcy — analysts with S&P Global expect creditors to get hurt.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 19, 2018

How retailers are avoiding the sixty-million dollar mistake

Retail may be recovering, but not every national brand has been able to keep pace.

By Devin Arnold • Jan. 19, 2018

Target touts exclusive fragrance, Umbro partnership

The mass merchant is making good on a promise to amplify exclusive merchandise, part of an ongoing $7 billion plan to jumpstart sales.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2018

Amazon could be bringing Alexa to healthcare next

A job opening at Amazon may offer hints of a major healthcare initiative involving Alexa, GeekWire reports.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 18, 2018

Tiffany polishes up outlook on holiday sales rise

Sales in China helped boost the iconic American jeweler, but executives admit there’s more to do.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018

Gander Outdoors launches website revamp

The Gander brand is making progress on and offline under new owner Camping World.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018

52% of online apparel shoppers turn to Amazon

If retailers and brands can't compete with free shipping or low prices, they need a unique, high quality product, according to a new report.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018