Anna's Linens preparing for bankruptcy, searches for buyer

The retailer neglected its e-commerce for too long, sources say, and is especially vulnerable in the difficult home goods category.

By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2015

Former Kraft Foods CFO joining Dick's Sporting Goods

The move takes some pressure off Andre J. Hawaux, who is currently serving as EVP, COO, and CFO at the company.

By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2015

Build-A-Bear profitable again as turnaround takes hold

In the past two years, new CEO Sharon Price John has capitalized on the company’s strengths and took note of — and action against — its weaknesses.

By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2015

Crate & Barrel closing NYC flagship store

Another retailer is losing a New York City store due to skyrocketing rents in the city. 

By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2015

Wal-Mart chairman steps down

Rob Walton has served in the post since 1992. He will be replaced by Vice Chairman Greg Penner, the company's board announced.

By Randy Lilleston • June 5, 2015

Economy adds 280K jobs; unemployment inches up

Retail jobs bested the monthly average, but economists say wage stagnation remains a problem across all industries.

By Daphne Howland • June 5, 2015

Wal-Mart pushes to crack down on theft

Its recent wage increases may mean that the retailer needs to trim fat elsewhere.

By Daphne Howland • June 5, 2015

J. Crew CEO admits mistakes amid falling sales

In light of a disappointing first quarter, the apparel retailer says it will return to its roots.

By Daphne Howland • June 5, 2015

Revolving door of Groupon executive suite continues

The company announced that Rich Williams will become COO, and CFO Jason Child is leaving to join fitness tech company Jawbone.

By Daphne Howland • June 5, 2015

Macy's partners with Dormify to reach college-bound customers

The move brings Dormify its first brick-and-mortar venture and, for Macy’s, an appeal to younger millennials.

By Daphne Howland • June 5, 2015

Apple Watch to arrive in retail stores June 26

Millions of preordered smartwatches will also ship this month. 

By Ian P. Murphy • June 5, 2015

Lands' End Q1 continues sales slump

The retailer had an auspicious rebirth when it first separated from parent Sears, but sales have been sliding ever since.

By Daphne Howland • June 4, 2015

Will Macy's be next department store to consider REIT?

Hedge funds that have recently boosted their stakes in the company are now pushing for a real estate investment trust, but the retailer appears to resist the idea.

By Daphne Howland • June 4, 2015

Wal-Mart eases up on dress code, repetitive music

It may not be the pay bump many workers want, but a few changes announced this week could make their jobs a little easier.

By Daphne Howland • June 4, 2015

Reports: Minorities face discrimination on both sides of the counter

The NAACP found a gap in pay and advancements for Latino and African-American workers, while former CVS employees filed a lawsuit claiming they were asked to profile shoppers based on race.  

By Daphne Howland • June 4, 2015

OTA names most trustworthy online retailers

The announcement during IRCE revealed American Greetings leads in security, privacy and consumer protection. 

By Ian P. Murphy • June 3, 2015

Lumber Liquidators compliance chief quietly quits

Ray Cotton is the latest executive to leave in recent days, on the heels of CEO Robert Lynch and CFO Daniel Terrell.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2015

Toys 'R' Us taps former Domino's exec for CEO

David Brandon was most recently the athletic director at the University of Michigan.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2015

Gap stores host Birchbox pop-ups

The partnership could benefit both companies by providing an influx of shoppers and the opportunity to test out new formats.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2015

GameStop bests Hot Topic for Geeknet $140M takeover

The winning retailer said Geeknet’s profitability and strengths will increase its operating income, bring a portfolio of hard-to-procure licenses, and expand its omnichannel capabilities.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2015

Dollar General's gross margin climbs for first time in 3 years

The retailer continued its ambitious expansion plans with 219 new stores in Q1 so that it now operates 11,999 in 43 states.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2015

Pinterest offers peek into future 'Buy' button

A company exec showed developers a mock-up of the possible addition.

By Ian P. Murphy • June 2, 2015

Wal-Mart to raise wages of 100K U.S. employees

But advocates say that even with the increase, in most cases, pay and scheduling mean the retailer's workers can’t earn a living wage.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2015

Supreme Court sides with job applicant over Abercrombie dress code

A young Muslim woman who wore a head scarf to her job interview didn’t have to explain herself in order to receive an accommodation from the retailer, the Court ruled.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2015

Hot Topic takeover of Geeknet potentially thwarted by unnamed suitor

The retailer had until Monday to meet or top the $20 per share offer from the new interested party.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2015