Amazon is rolling out secure delivery hubs for multi-dwelling buildings

Looking to lock up ownership of the last few inches of delivery's last mile, Amazon is offering to install secure, coded delivery lockers in apartment and condo buildings.

By Dan O'Shea • July 30, 2017

Report: Nordstrom negotiating with PE firms to go private

Nordstrom family members are exploring sweetheart deals with potential partners that could help fund a buyout.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 28, 2017

GNC sales dip but turnaround progress is steady

Despite lackluster sales numbers, GNC says recent changes — including selling products on Amazon — are paying off.

By Daphne Howland • July 28, 2017

Topshop's Arcadia Group to launch Outfit Kids

Children's apparel is a tricky slice of the struggling category but the launch follows extensive research.

By Daphne Howland • July 27, 2017

Camping World acquires online sports site The House

Camping World continues to expand its horizons, moving into new areas both geographically and in its merchandise offerings.

By Daphne Howland • July 27, 2017

Walmart outlines policies to 'renew' US manufacturing

The big-box retailer's VP of U.S. manufacturing met with public and private sector leaders Wednesday to lay out the 10-point plan meant to create 1.5 million American jobs.

By Corinne Ruff • July 27, 2017

Neiman Marcus reportedly cutting 225 jobs

The department store is suffering under "completely unsustainable" levels of debt and has ceased efforts to sell itself.

By Daphne Howland • July 27, 2017

Is Sears' Kenmore deal with Amazon a game changer, or a drop in the bucket?

A partnership to sell Kenmore appliances on Amazon could add new sales for Sears and expand Amazon's appliance ambitions. But will Amazon shoppers flock to a brand some say is dying?

By Ben Unglesbee • July 27, 2017

Moody's: Smaller retailers vulnerable as competition intensifies

Amazon is casting a long shadow, and smaller retailers are vulnerable as competitors seek to grab their market share. And grocers are next.

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2017

Walmart, JD announce shopping holiday to rival Singles Day

The companies have joined forces in China on order fulfillment and distribution and are planning an answer to Alibaba's blockbuster Singles Day.

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2017

Shareholders demand Rent-A-Center sell itself

The rent-to-own retailer has faced increasing pressure from shareholders as it struggles to stay competitive in the market.

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2017

Survey: Retailers using outdated tools to manage sourcing

Retail sourcing management needs to be brought into the 21st Century with new tools to manage their sourcing and supplier relationships, according to new research.

By Dan O'Shea • July 26, 2017

Activist presses Barnes & Noble to sell itself or go private

Sandell Asset Management said it had taken a "meaningful" stake in the book retailer and pushed it to consider a buyout by private equity or potentially a media company. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 25, 2017

Sports retailers tumble on Hibbett Sports sales warning

The sports retailer has its particular troubles, including a late entry to e-commerce, but investors are worried about sports retail in general.

By Daphne Howland • July 25, 2017

Michael Kors snaps up Jimmy Choo for $1.2B

With this move, Michael Kors is aiming upmarket and overseas for growth.

By Daphne Howland • July 25, 2017

J.C. Penney taps former Walmart exec as CFO

Jeffrey Davis has served as chief financial officer for Darden Restaurants (parent of the Olive Garden chain) and Walmart's U.S. stores.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 25, 2017

Lane Bryant launches free in-store styling

The company's one-on-one styling advice hopes to leverage the advantages of brick-and-mortar retail over e-commerce.

By Daphne Howland • July 25, 2017

Macy's names executive to head Backstage

Michelle Israel, senior vice president of Bloomingdale’s off-price unit, has been promoted to head Macy's Backstage and will oversee both businesses.

By Daphne Howland • July 25, 2017

Walmart takes a page from Amazon, invests in Plug Power

The investment provides both Walmart a means of powering its equipment faster, and a way to keep tabs on Amazon.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 25, 2017

What will become of the retail worker after the 'apocalypse'?

Employment losses in the retail sector are approaching 2009 levels with 60,000 jobs cut and counting. As retailers realign resources around e-commerce, the roles of associates are also changing.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 24, 2017

The Buckle taps new CFO as sales plummet

The teen apparel retailer is struggling with the chronic problems of the shifting apparel retail environment. 

By Daphne Howland • July 24, 2017

Sephora debuts small format concept store in Boston

Sephora Studio will emphasize customer experiences through beauty consultations and services that fall in line with the retailer's in-store tech push.

By Daphne Howland • July 24, 2017

Amazon pays publishers, influencers to post on Spark

The e-commerce giant is seeking more content for its shopping-oriented social network.

By Robert Williams • July 21, 2017

FTC reportedly looking into Amazon's price listing practices

As it reviews the e-commerce giant's buyout of Whole Foods, the agency is probing a report that Amazon's reference prices mislead customers.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 21, 2017

Topshop taps Burberry merchant for top spot

Paul Price has been chief merchant at Burberry for a decade and replaces Topshop veteran Mary Homer, who left to lead The White Company.

By Daphne Howland • July 21, 2017