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    Five Below scales back self-checkout to fight shrink

    Hiring more store associates will improve customer service and help fight what executives said was an unexpectedly high level of inventory loss.

    By March 21, 2024
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    J. Jill manages to expand its fleet, by one store

    The women's apparel retailer saw decent sales during the holiday quarter, thanks in part to an extra week, and boosted its margins.

    By March 20, 2024
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    The direct-to-consumer landscape in retail

    More mature brands are pursuing exit strategies and expanding their reach, while traditional retailers are increasingly shifting to a DTC model.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    New Solo Brands CEO initiates ‘full strategic review’

    Chris Metz says the company will focus in on Solo Stove and Chubbies as it looks to address a lack of product innovation at the company.

    By March 19, 2024
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    FabFitFun acquires PupBox from Petco

    The deal both satisfies a need from existing members who have been asking for more pet offerings and allows the company to reach new audiences.

    By March 19, 2024
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    Joann files for Chapter 11 with a plan to cut $500M in debt

    Thanks to an agreement with lenders, stores will be open and vendors paid throughout the bankruptcy process, which could be completed next month.

    By , March 18, 2024
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    Ballooning credit card balances already loom over 2024’s retail sales

    The level of debt may surpass the all-time record this year, even when adjusted for inflation, some analysts say.

    By March 18, 2024
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    Longtime Fossil CEO out as company announces strategic review

    The departure of Kosta Kartsotis, who spent over 20 years at the helm, came as the retailer reported Q4 sales falling nearly 16% and losses widening.

    By Howard Ruben • March 15, 2024
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    Macy’s moves to beef up real estate expertise on its board

    Arkhouse Management, which upped its takeover bid to $6.6 billion, has criticized the retailer for having only one director with a real estate track record.

    By March 15, 2024
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    Adidas posts first annual net loss in over 30 years

    However, the retailer dodged a much-discussed operating loss for the year, with the sale of Yeezy merchandise helping it notch a profit.

    By March 15, 2024
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    Ulta to expand into Mexico in 2025

    The beauty retailer previously planned to grow into Canada, but ditched those efforts in 2020.

    By March 15, 2024
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    Macy’s, Arkhouse discuss due diligence following higher takeover bid

    The iconic department store could lose an opportunity to improve operations if its real estate holdings become its focus, analysts warn.

    By March 14, 2024
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    Dollar General plans 800 stores this year as rival Dollar Tree pulls back

    Thirty of those will be under its Popshelf banner, though the discount retailer is taking the concept’s expansion slowly given its discretionary focus.

    By March 14, 2024
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    After record Q4, Dick’s plans greatest square footage expansion since 2017

    The sporting goods retailer is opening eight House of Sport stores in 2024, as well as 16 next-generation locations as it increases store investments.

    By March 14, 2024
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    Peloton CFO leans on cost cutting to reverse post-pandemic slump

    Finance chief Liz Coddington is slashing overhead costs and driving more revenue from Peloton’s digital subscription and bike rental businesses.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 14, 2024
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    On plans 100 more stores in the coming years

    The Swiss athletics brand continues to build out its global footprint, opening stores in China, Germany and Latin America as it leans into its DTC channels.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Purple posts sales increase for the first time in 8 quarters

    While it has taken a while, the company is “extremely encouraged” by the response to recent product launches intended to broaden its customer base.

    By March 13, 2024
  • Dollar Tree, Family Dollar to close 1,000 stores

    The company said continued inflation is pressuring Family Dollar's core customer base.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Petco in search of a new CEO as Q4 disappoints

    Former Best Buy executive Mike Mohan is taking over in the interim as the pet retailer struggles with profitability.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Allbirds taps new CEO, plans store closures

    COO Joe Vernachio takes over from co-founder Joey Zwillinger on Friday as the DTC brand reported a 15% sales drop in 2023.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Kohl’s brings in Babies R Us after rough holiday quarter

    The struggling department store is increasingly relying on other brands, including Amazon and Sephora, to draw customers to its stores.

    By March 12, 2024
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    The Body Shop’s US operation forced into liquidation as UK parent takes its cash

    The U.S. subsidiary ceased operating as of March 1 and told a bankruptcy court it didn’t get advance notice of its British owner's restructuring.

    By March 12, 2024
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    Liquid Death closes funding round valuing business at $1.4B

    The beverage maker said the $67 million in new financing will be used to grow distribution and accelerate product innovation.

    By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2024
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    As it plans 90 stores, Ross refocuses DD’s on existing markets

    The smaller banner will shift focus and undergo an “in-depth analysis” of its customer base amid disappointing performance in newer markets.

    By March 11, 2024
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    Funko chief financial and operating officer to step down as toymaker preps for ‘softer’ content schedule

    Steve Nave’s resignation comes as the company continues to brace for economic headwinds.

    By Grace Noto • March 11, 2024
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    American Eagle has ‘refocused’ logistics arm amid third-party business woes

    The retailer faced $98.3 million in impairment and restructuring charges from Quiet Platforms in Q4 as it adjusted to reduced e-commerce fulfillment demand.

    By Max Garland • March 8, 2024