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Big Lots offers $5.2M in retention bonuses to 4 executives
The move could signal a potential bankruptcy on the horizon, according to Debtwire's global head of legal and restructuring.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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Consumers tap credit cards, loans to manage inflation: Fed report
Gen Z and millennials were the age groups most likely to use loans and credit cards in response to higher prices, a Federal Reserve research report said.
By Lynne Marek • Aug. 27, 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.
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Urban Outfitters sees return to ‘pre-COVID behavior’ as sales slow in recent weeks
The apparel conglomerate’s CEO said that, starting in July, already careful shoppers grew even more selective, which could be a new reality.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 23, 2024 -
Ace Hardware sales up 3% as it leans into stores
The retailer debuted its Elevate Ace store concept in the quarter and is on track to open 200 stores by the end of the year.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 23, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Amazon’s October sales event returns and Hollister goes back to school
The e-commerce giant is prepping for its unofficial holiday kickoff event, while the apparel brand launched a collection featuring over 30 U.S. universities.
By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 23, 2024 -
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Peloton projects nearly 10% sales decline for the year
CFO Liz Coddington expects “softness” in connected fitness demand in the medium term, but remains optimistic about the category’s growth potential.
By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Survey: 31% of back-to-school shoppers will take on debt
While that’s relatively flat to 2022, there are fewer shoppers this year opting for cheaper brands or using other money saving strategies, Bankrate found.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Same day services, price cuts drive Target growth in Q2
Results show that deal-hunting consumers are “still willing and able to spend,” said the retailer’s Chief Commercial Officer Rick Gomez.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Steve Madden sells Greats to Unified Commerce Group
The upscale sneaker label will join apparel brands Frank And Oak and Spiritual Gangster on the growing retail platform.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Macy’s Q2 sales disappoint as stores slated for closure post steep declines
The department store is preparing for its all-important holiday quarter with a value message that goes beyond discounts, executives said.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Lowe’s lowers guidance amid Q2 sales, profit declines
The home improvement retailer was hit by bad weather and a soft housing market, but some analysts say it’s poised to take share.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Deep DiveKevin Plank can’t let go of Under Armour. Is that hampering a turnaround?
Three CEOs have come and gone in the four years since Plank stepped down. Now, the sportswear brand’s founder is back with another plan to revive the brand amid flagging sales and relevance.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Fabrizio Freda prepares to step down as Estée Lauder CEO
Freda has been at the helm for 16 years and will exit in the midst of a turnaround that has entailed layoffs and other leadership change.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Dillard’s Q2 disappoints as net income plunges
The company said it’s working to better align expenses with sales, but UBS analysts warn that margin and profit declines will likely continue.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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Deckers sells Sanuk to apparel brand
The footwear brand will become part of Lolë Brands as the athleticwear company eyes portfolio expansion.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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Walmart e-commerce sales surge 21%, but profitability remains elusive
E-commerce losses narrowed in the quarter, as CEO Doug McMillon told analysts the retailer will “eventually make money in e-commerce.”
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Trove acquires competing resale platform Recurate
The combined company will oversee 44 partners and control up to 80% of branded resale traffic in the U.S. as a result of the deal.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Victoria’s Secret brings on Savage x Fenty head Hillary Super as CEO
Martin Waters is out as the chief executive as of Tuesday, but will stay on in a nonexecutive capacity with the company through the end of August.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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SRS Distribution deal helps Home Depot return to sales growth in Q2
Even as the retailer raised full-year guidance, it continues to feel the impact of a challenging housing market and broader economic uncertainty.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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Like Nike before it, On plans to grow margins via DTC sales
A nine-fold boost to profits in Q2 nevertheless missed some analysts’ expectations, as margins inched up only slightly.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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Toy sales stabilize in first half of year
“The tide is turning for the industry,” according to a new report from Circana. But there are no guarantees for the second half of 2024.
By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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In latest effort to trim costs, Grove Collaborative switches to Shopify
The sustainably-minded consumer products company reported expanded margins and narrowed losses in Q2, but sales and active customers declined.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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LL Flooring files for bankruptcy with plans to close 94 stores
The company is pursuing a sale of its business and said it has a commitment for $130 million in debtor-in-possession financing from existing lenders.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 12, 2024 -
Funko delivers first sales growth, profit in almost 2 years
Yves LePendeven, who was serving as acting CFO since March, was also named to take over the role permanently.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Warby Parker notches highest e-commerce growth in 13 quarters
With e-commerce revenue growth of 4.4% in Q2, the DTC eyewear brand is making progress against the goals it outlined at the start of the year.
By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 9, 2024
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