Walmart shuttering 63 Sam's Clubs in shift to e-commerce

Twelve of the locations will be converted to e-commerce fulfillment centers, a symbol of Walmart's recent focus on online shopping.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 12, 2018

Sports retailers should court women and streetwear in 2018

Some changes will cost retailers sales in the short term, according to NPD Group VP Matt Powell, and the state of the sector will get worse before it gets better.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2018

Walgreens launches first new store concept in years

The pilot stores will open by early summer and focus on enhanced beauty and health services.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2018

UPDATE: Sears holiday sales plummet 16%

The ailing department store retailer reported another staggering drop in its comparable store sales for the first two months of Q4 as it borrowed another $100 million from its CEO's hedge fund. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 11, 2018

Walmart to bump starting hourly pay up to $11

The retailer is positioning the increase as a benefit of tax reform, but it could also have a lot to do with rising minimum wage requirements nationwide.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2018

Under Armour debuts connected running shoes

The athletics retailer looks to shake off its 2017 market blues at CES with the release of next-gen connected footwear.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 11, 2018

Will Amazon give beauty a makeover?

Speculation abounds that the e-commerce giant could be brushing up against the beauty sector next. But how much do players like Sephora and Ulta really have to fear?

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 11, 2018

15 experiential stores to see in NYC

Peek inside these concept locations for a view of retail's latest and greatest.  

By Corinne Ruff • Jan. 11, 2018

Kohl's looks for grocers to fill store space

According to CEO Kevin Mansell, the purpose of any such deal would be to increase traffic and sales at the discount retailer.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2018

Home Depot showcases DIY projects in Pinterest pins

The brand's "Built-In Pins" promotion used vertical video and a 360-degree experience to show how a couple transformed four rooms in their house.

By Robert Williams • Jan. 10, 2018

Lands' End to stop 'relying on Sears'

The brand has 180 stores in Sears locations and just 11 Lands' End stores — but that ratio is destined to change, as the Sears partnership "goes away," according to CEO Jerome Griffith.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2018

Retail exodus from malls could be understated

There are still plenty of healthy in-line tenants, but many are more selective about where they open, according to new research from Green Street.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2018

Google lines up an army of assistant-enabled products

The tech company is throwing its virtual assistant into heated competition with Amazon's Alexa, with plans to put Google Assistant into many new products.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 10, 2018

Amazon’s Alexa strategy hinges on everyday items — even toilets

The company is determined to stay ahead of Google Assistant, and it's getting Alexa into as many products as possible in the process.  

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 10, 2018

Nordstrom reports healthy holiday sales

The company raked in a 2.5% net sales bump, reflecting improvements in full-line and off-price stores as well as growth in e-commerce.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2018

Circuit City to relaunch Feb. 15

The company also announced plans for physical store concepts that will resemble an Apple-Best Buy hybrid.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2018

Walmart expanding ‘Scan & Go’ mobile checkout to 100 more stores this month

The retailer's pilot program is addressing consumer demand for a faster front-end experience while also keeping pace with rivals Amazon and Kroger.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 9, 2018

Toyota partners with Uber, Amazon, Pizza Hut to roll out 'flexible' vehicles

The alliance of brands unveiled a concept car this week at CES that can quickly switch from delivery truck or mobile store to ride-sharing vehicle.

By Robert Williams • Jan. 9, 2018

Target hits a bullseye with holiday sales

Stores fulfilled more than 70% of digital orders during the holiday months, showcasing the importance of omnichannel. 

By Corinne Ruff • Jan. 9, 2018

Walmart could scoop up one of these 11 startups

There's plenty of speculation as to Amazon's next acquisition, but Walmart has needs too, and has shown a willingness to spend. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 9, 2018

American Eagle beats estimates with strong holiday season

The company, helped by overall strength in apparel sales and by the Aerie lingerie brand, reiterated its guidance for the fourth quarter.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 9, 2018

Lululemon raises sales, profit guidance on strong holiday sales

The company is buoyed by digital growth and sales of women's and men's proprietary fabrics. Now it just needs to maintain momentum.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 9, 2018

Target adds 'Universal Thread' to private label stable

Target's latest denim brand is part of the retailer's differentiation strategy and is based on consumer feedback and features inclusive sizing. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 9, 2018

Kohl's posts banner holiday period, sales up 7%

The discount department store chain raised its profit outlook for 2017 and could see its position strengthen even more as peers close stores. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 8, 2018

Retailers scale back employment

Retail employment in stores overall declined by 20,000 jobs in December, in part due to a shift in seasonal hiring patterns.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2018