Amazon teases 'Prime Air' drone delivery fleet in video

The retailer plans to take to the skies worldwide with 30-minute deliveries. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Dec. 1, 2015

Report of blocked deal sends Staples, Office Depot shares down

According to the New York Post, the FTC is very concerned about the merger’s effect on the business-supplies side of the retail space.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 1, 2015

New CEO reveals plan to revive Wet Seal

The teen-focused retailer is emerging from bankruptcy with a reprieve from its liquidity issues but has a big challenge in front of it — how to return to its former glory.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 1, 2015

5 takeaways from this year's Black Friday

As consumer spending habits change, retailers responded with online deals and a blending of digital and in-store channels. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • Nov. 30, 2015

Macy's CEO: Death of brick and mortar greatly exaggerated

Its CEO praised the store experience despite Black Friday concerns. 

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 30, 2015

Toys R Us CEO: Toy sales may disappoint this year

The toy retailer has reversed last year's sales decline by cutting costs and developing popular toys not available at competitors, but that may not be quite enough to fuel big growth.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 30, 2015

A retailer's guide to Black Friday

The biggest shopping weekend of the year is here. Here are three trends to watch, five Twitter accounts to follow, and more.

By Kelsey Lindsey • Nov. 25, 2015

Everlane to give Black Friday profits to its factory workers

The web apparel retailer’s CEO-founder says the money will go to create wellness and education programs for its Los Angeles factory workers.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 25, 2015

Jet lands $350M Series B funding

 The funding values Jet at over $1 billion just four months after its July launch.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 25, 2015

With settlement, Target gets closer to shutting the door on Canada

The retailer reached a settlement with RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust over 18 leases it abandoned when it left the Canadian market earlier this year.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 24, 2015

Reuters: Wal-Mart failed to expand workforce even as it opened more stores

The condition of Wal-Mart stores may be due to a failure to hire enough workers. The fix, plus the retailer’s higher wages, could be expensive.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 23, 2015

Cabela's weighing its options amid sales slump

Activist investor Elliott Management last month disclosed an 11% stake in Cabela's and is said to be urging a sale.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 23, 2015

Analysts worry about GameStop as digital game sales rise

The retailer has fought the good fight but may find that video games can’t be its major product offering.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 23, 2015

Petco announces $4.6B sale to CVC, Canadian Pension

The buyout comes in place of an IPO.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 23, 2015

Old Navy once again buoys Gap in Q3

The brand continues to be Gap’s strong suit, but CEO Abe Peck said that Gap’s spring collection will be strong.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2015

Abercrombie & Fitch's pivot from heavy discounts pays off

But executive chairman Arthur Martinez expects a “very intense promotional drumbeat” this holiday season.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2015

NRF predicts big Black Friday crowds

But there are a few forces in play that could keep shoppers home.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2015

51% of Americans plan to shop on Amazon this holiday season

Amazon is looming over the holidays as Americans’ go-to choice for shopping online, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2015

Best Buy dragged down by declining sales of some devices

The struggling electronics retailer also warned that the holidays could disappoint.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 19, 2015

Sephora's new 'Beauty TIP' store is heavy on the tech

The new store concept is designed for consumers to “teach, inspire and play.”

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 19, 2015

L Brands profit up thanks to Victoria's Secret sales

L Brands CEO Leslie H. Wexner demonstrated a fair bit of swagger while talking to investors Tuesday before the earnings report.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 19, 2015

Martha Stewart leaves eBay for Amazon's Handmade marketplace

The style maven is hoping the e-retail giant’s reach and fulfillment capacity can help her comeback efforts.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 18, 2015

Target boosts annual earnings forecast after profit rises

In sharp contrast to Wal-Mart, the retailer’s e-commerce sales grew 20% in the third quarter.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 18, 2015

Despite e-commerce efforts, Wal-Mart still struggling online

With just 3% of sales from its site, the retailer is in a pickle when it comes to prioritizing e-commerce.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 18, 2015

Sales of Wal-Mart's Patti LaBelle pies skyrocket after viral video

Singer James Wright's video is not the stuff of corporate marketing, yet it's a marketer’s dream: fun and hugely effective.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 18, 2015