Jet, White House team up to deliver diapers to low-income families

One in three families lack sufficient access to diapers, e-retailer Jet said.

By Daphne Howland • March 11, 2016

Amid sales surge, Dollar General plans 900 new stores

The stagnant wage growth plaguing lower- and middle-income Americans continues to boost discount stores like Dollar General.

By Daphne Howland • March 11, 2016

Wal-Mart capturing millennials' attention as they get older

But can Wal-Mart be the omnichannel retailer they expect?

By Daphne Howland • March 11, 2016

Networks refuse to air Lane Bryant lingerie ad

The ad needed minor edits to comply with broadcast standards, NBC claims. But Lane Bryant isn't changing a thing. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 11, 2016

Retail Therapy: This year's #TheDress is Bernie Sanders' suit

Every week, we bring you the most interesting retail reads from around the Web.

By Kelsey Lindsey • March 10, 2016

Target seeks tech talent for mysterious startup Goldfish

The secret project looks to disrupt shopping from Target's Silicon Valley offices.  

By Ian P. Murphy • March 10, 2016

Men's Wearhouse parent to close 250 stores

Tailored Brands, the new owner of Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank, is apparently running out of time to turn around Jos. A. Bank.

By Daphne Howland • March 10, 2016

Zara to open fewer stores amid strong sales growth

The fast-fashion retailer is benefiting mightily from tight control of its own supply chain and the weak Euro.

By Daphne Howland • March 10, 2016

Made-to-measure menswear retailer Indochino scores $30m from China's Dayang

The companies believe that made-to-measure is the future of men's apparel.

By Daphne Howland • March 10, 2016

How should a CEO talk to employees? 10 retail experts weigh in

Does an all-caps rant from top brass inspire employees, or just come across as bullying?

By Kelsey Lindsey • March 9, 2016

Under Armour debuts Michael Phelps 'Rule Yourself' ad

The clip shows the celebrated swimmer training for what's likely his last Olympic Games. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 9, 2016

Study: Women's apparel tariffs as much as 6x higher than men's

A Texas A&M researcher has found a major reason behind the so-called “pink tax.”

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Pinterest expands self-service advertising options

The new features include additional targeting terms open to SMBs. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 9, 2016

Amazon debuts talk show 'Style Code Live' to boost fashion cred

Amazon usually reserves its programming for its Prime members, but 'Style Code Live' will be free to anyone—and for good reason.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Amazon continues rapid expansion of college-based pickup centers

Amazon’s growth on college campuses poses a major threat to Barnes and Noble Education.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Home Depot settles with customers over 2014 data breach

The $19.5 million settlement, which awaits approval from the federal court in Atlanta, caps nearly two years of litigation.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Kate Spade to add click-and-collect fulfillment options

Online options are paying off for the luxury retailer. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 8, 2016

Sports Authority woes bode well for Dick's Sporting Goods

Dick’s missed expectations in Q4 and its inventories are high, but the company says this will be a good year.

By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2016

Urban Outfitters sees flat sales amid flat fashion environment

CEO Richard Hayne highlighted a problem vexing many apparel retailers these days: there’s no real reason for shoppers to fill their closets with new clothes.

By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2016

Is Nordstrom immune to department store malaise?

Department stores are faltering across America, but Nordstrom seems different. Is it?

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Saks debuts personalized online shopping service

The new technology enables Saks associates to create web pages of curated goods. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 7, 2016

Amazon targets San Diego for second brick-and-mortar store

Who knows about those rumors of 300 to 400 stores, but there will be at least two stores for sure.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Staples working on 'Plan B' in case Office Depot merger fails

CEO Ron Sargent gave few details, but told analysts Friday that Staples is working on a comeback plan.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Retailers added 55k new jobs last month

Employment stayed healthy in February at 4.9%, according to the U.S. Labor Department, but wages dropped—a worry for retailers.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Nike is the focus of Kenyan anti-corruption investigation

It can be tricky to separate legit gifts from bribes when doing business abroad, and Nike’s payment to the country's running team is even murkier.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016