Report: Uniqlo looking for a digital transformation

The Japanese retailer is adopting an increasingly common stance as it aims for a digital and technological makeover.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 29, 2017

Walmart heir sheds $62M in shares

Rob Walton, founder Sam Walton’s oldest son, sold the stock last week, sparking speculation although he’s still got $8.4 billion left.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 29, 2017

Target hopes shoppers raise a glass to its new $5 private label wine

The retailer is extending its cheap chic image to the grocery department with the introduction of an exclusive, value-oriented collection that includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio.

By Sandy Skrovan • Aug. 29, 2017

Is Nordstrom the next acquisition target for Walmart or Amazon?

The two retail giants have something to gain from taking over Warby Parker, Lowe’s or Ulta Beauty — but the Seattle-based department store with a strong off-price division is a strong contender, according to data-fueled speculation from Foursquare.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2017

Report: Hudson's Bay considering going private

The department store retailer is said to be looking for an adviser to assess options as an activist presses for a real estate sale to pay off shareholders. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2017

Roots Canada opens customization lab at Toronto flagship

Shoppers of the lab can peruse leather and fabric samples and use a digital interface to add custom touches like monograms.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2017

Perfumania files for bankruptcy, plans to close stores

The country's largest fragrance retailer is looking to downsize and invest more in omnichannel efforts as it grapples with debt and sales declines. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2017

J.C. Penney CFO wants to increase tech investment

The newly-appointed exec hopes allocating more to tech investment will boost the department store retailer's chances of recovery from ongoing struggles.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 28, 2017

Study: Uncertain immigration policies dampen US Hispanic spending

The situation is especially challenging for retailers in California, Texas and New Mexico, but is likely a short-term problem considering its more of a political and social issue than an economic one.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2017

Dollar Tree shrugs off Walmart competition in healthy Q2

The discount retailer plans to expand its brick-and-mortar footprint for both Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores as it faces price competition on several fronts. 

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2017

Ulta shows its strength

Despite a slowdown in growth, same-store sales remain robust and the beauty retailer shows nothing but strength on and offline.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2017

Macy's beds Lucky Brand for new collection

The department store has announced a steady stream of exclusively designed collections for apparel and home to entice customers.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2017

Target names new strategy and innovation chief

Minsok Pak will take over the role previously filled by Casey Carl, who left in April after spearheading some of the retailer's most cutting edge projects.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2017

Amazon's Whole Foods takeover immediately cuts prices, grows Prime

After the deal goes into effect Monday, prices will drop on grocery staples and Whole Foods’ private-label brands will be available to Prime members.

By Jeff Wells, Corinne Ruff • Aug. 25, 2017

Staples beats expectations amid sales decline

Shareholders will soon take up the company's proposed acquisition by Sycamore Partners, which plans to spin off the retail business.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 24, 2017

Madewell a bright spot as J. Crew struggles

The company trimmed debt by $300 million and its young brand is doing well, but is that enough to save J. Crew?

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 24, 2017

Sears closing 28 more Kmart stores, posts $1B sales decline

The department store retailer's many cost cuts and store closures have slowed the rate at which it's losing money, but Sears is still plagued by poor sales and fading customer interest.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 24, 2017

How Target is using small-format stores to score with younger shoppers

The big-box retailer is betting big on convenient, localized small-format stores to win over millennial and Gen Z college consumers. 

By Corinne Ruff • Aug. 24, 2017

A&F in need of brand reinvention

The flagship is taking lessons from its stronger Hollister brand, but hasn't found a new direction yet, analysts say.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 24, 2017

Destination Maternity hires adviser as sales slump

The retailer says it is focused on cutting costs — not restructuring — as closures and terminated partnerships at Macy's, Sears and Kohl's hurt sales.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 24, 2017

West Elm growth boosts Williams-Sonoma in Q2

The home goods and furniture retail company is primed for a strong end to the year.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 24, 2017

FTC clears Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods

Whole Foods shareholders also approved the move Wednesday, allowing both sides to finalize the $13.7 billion deal. 

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 23, 2017

Aerie lifts American Eagle to Q2 sales beat

The flagship is doing better with jeans and female consumers, but it suffered a hit to margins in the quarter and men aren't buying.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 23, 2017

DSW e-commerce sales surge 27% in Q2 thanks to mobile traffic growth

The retailer has more work to do, however, considering the challenges in the footwear market and among the retailer’s budget-minded shoppers.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 23, 2017

Lowe's sales jump nearly 7%, but Wall Street isn't impressed

The home improvement retailer posted second quarter sales that would make it a marvel in other retail sectors, but the company still plays "second fiddle" to rival Home Depot. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 23, 2017