J.C. Penney cuts chief merchant position

An executive shakeup comes just weeks after the department store retailer lowered its outlook for the third quarter.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2017

Sears to close another 63 stores

The struggling retailer's store closures for the year nears 400 as the company does everything it can to bring costs in line with falling sales. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 3, 2017

Retail trade groups cheer Trump's Christmas tax reform deadline

NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay said passing tax reform by Christmas would be "the perfect present for the American people and the U.S. economy."

By Corinne Ruff • Nov. 3, 2017

Untuckit to open 100 brick-and-mortar stores by 2022

The online retailer plans to open 50 of those stores by the end of 2018 even as it expands its assortment to include children's apparel, according to CNBC.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 3, 2017

Under Armour CMO out after just 15 months

Andrew Donkin joined the athletic apparel brand from Amazon, but is leaving following rough third-quarter earnings reported earlier this week.

By David Kirkpatrick , Peter Adams • Nov. 3, 2017

For Ralph Lauren, a 'faint light' at the end of the tunnel

The company's sales declines were mostly from its planned retreat from department stores and slowed discounts, but it still has work to do when it comes to product strategy.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 3, 2017

Amazon takes a step toward cryptocurrency

The retailer has registered several relevant domains. Is the move speculative, defensive or does Amazon have plans to accept new forms of payment?

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 2, 2017

Costco shrugs off Amazon

While some analysts worry about the warehouse retailer's brick-and-mortar focus, the company continues to boast impressive earnings.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 2, 2017

Hudson's Bay gets $3.5B offer for German unit

There's an offer from a rival on the table and an activist fund crying foul over a recent investment as boardroom antics heat up.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 2, 2017

Alibaba kicks off Singles Day on the heels of stellar Q2 growth

In the same week that Amazon launched Black Friday sales 50 days early, the Chinese e-commerce giant launched interactive games and a "see now, buy now" fashion show to entice shoppers during its Singles Day event.

By Corinne Ruff • Nov. 2, 2017

Wayfair sales soar as furniture shoppers increasingly go online

On a call with analysts Thursday, executives emphasized a focus on repeat customer orders and rising per-customer spend.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 2, 2017

Moody's: 'Life could get a lot tougher, a lot quicker' for retailers

The Toys R Us bankruptcy has investors spooked, and analysts with the ratings agency believe it could have a "ripple" affect throughout the industry. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 2, 2017

Walmart dumps Danskin

The retail giant may be hoping to replace the iconic brand with one of its own making in the popular and very competitive athleisure market. 

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 1, 2017

Rent-A-Center exploring a sale amid activist pressure

After reportedly spurning private equity offers this year, the rent-to-own retailer is again looking at a possible sale of the company.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 1, 2017

Sears issues searing response to WSJ story

The retailer described the article about its financial troubles as "yet another rehash of inaccurate assertions and negative speculation about Sears Holdings and its future."

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 1, 2017

Only 58% of retailers invest in tech to handle holiday sales spikes

Seasonal hiring and additional inventory may no longer be the best way to handle holiday shopping spikes, a new survey found.

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 1, 2017

Pirch shutters all non-California stores

The experiential upstart appliance retailer is a poster child for today’s brick-and-mortar ideals, and, despite its failed expansion, the company is hardly giving up.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 1, 2017

A peek inside Nordstrom's merchandise-free 'Local' shop

The store borrows from the showroom concept and is all about experience, as Nordstrom embraces the spirit of innovation to attract new demographics and better compete. 

By Corinne Ruff • Nov. 1, 2017

Macy's opens 'digital playground' at Herald Square

It’s a return, of sorts, to the department store electronics section, but it could be too little, too late for Macy’s.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 1, 2017

Sharper Image returns with Times Square pop-up

The two-story location in one of New York City's busiest shopping districts will be open seven days a week, "now through the holidays," according to the brand's Facebook page.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 1, 2017

Charming Charlie reportedly seeks a loan ahead of holidays

The jewelry and accessories retailer is burning cash and looking for a financial lifeline to help it avoid bankruptcy, sources told The Wall Street Journal.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 31, 2017

Under Armour becoming 'just another brand in a sea of brands'

Amid fierce competition in sports retail, Under Armour is caught between a need for financial discipline and a need to revamp its brand.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 31, 2017

Hudson's Bay looks to sell another flagship

The iconic property in downtown Vancouver could sell for as much as $900 million and would be the second major sale since the retailer agreed to sell its Manhattan Lord & Taylor store last week.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 31, 2017

Burberry's Christopher Bailey to step down

The chief creative director, who stepped down from the CEO spot last year amid calls for him to forsake his dual role, is leaving the company after 17 years.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 31, 2017

Dollar General taps Rob Scruggs to lead digital push

As the first digital chief, his appointment could signal a move to boost e-commerce in a segment that has hewed to brick-and-mortar retail. 

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 31, 2017