American Apparel reports wider losses

As the company struggles in the face of lawsuits, investigations, and disputes, it’s not clear how dedicated it is to its American-made identity — an important aspect of its brand.

By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2015

Wal-Mart, Lowe's picking up Target Canada stores

While these acquisitions are not huge, they are likely a less expensive way for the retailers to expand.

By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2015

Etsy has a counterfeit problem: report

Wedbush found that in some cases the site packs more fakes than eBay or Alibaba’s AliExpress.

By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2015

Young and in retail

Some of the most promising retailers these days have leadership from well outside the old guard. Coincidence? We don’t think so.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2015

Top Abercrombie execs go head-to-head during CEO search

Three top executives at the retailer are leading Abercrombie as it searches for a CEO, possibly from their ranks. But who has the vision the company badly needs?

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2015

Zappos sees workforce exodus ahead of 'holacracy' transition

Around 14% of employees are taking CEO Tony Hsieh’s “love it or leave it” offer as the company transitions to its unique management system.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2015

Simply Fashion and Dots stores to close nationwide

The retail company filed for bankruptcy protection in April, and now plans to liquidate everything.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2015

Alibaba buys major stake in Zulily

The Chinese retail giant took advantage of Zulily's low stock price last week to gain 9.3% control of the company.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2015

Bonobos names new CEO ahead of brick-and-mortar expansion

Former Coach exec Francine Della Badia will take the CEO position June 1. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 11, 2015

CVS to review media account

The chain awarded creative to BBDO last year. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 11, 2015

Retail Therapy: Scandalous gowns, high tech heels, and communist e-commerce

North Korea launches its first e-commerce operation while James Franco pens an ode to McDonald's. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • May 8, 2015

Wage gains miss expectations, fuel cuts fail to boost spending: reports

The results come as retailers wait for the improving economy to steady their fortunes.

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2015

Charney sues American Apparel shareholder

Standard General has dismissed the claims, saying Dov Charney and his associates continue to file lawsuits “at a breakneck pace.”

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2015

J.C. Penney parts ways with Joe Fresh

The partnership was hailed as a potential lifesaver for Penney when it launched two years ago.

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2015

Lumber Liquidators halts sales of Chinese laminate flooring

The retailer has also hired former FBI chief Louis J. Freeh to help with its own investigation.

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2015

The trouble with off-price stores

Macy’s is the latest department store chain to enter the off-price retail space. But there's a downside to investing in this type of store.

By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2015

Fashion startup VFiles optimizes for mobile

The three-year-old social network has attracted fashionistas and fashion professionals and wants to grow its shopability.

By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2015

Alibaba names new CEO as it makes mobile push

The move is part of an overall company goal to bring in a younger generation of leaders. 

By Daphne Howland , Kelsey Lindsey • May 7, 2015

Ron Johnson's next act, Enjoy, is live

The company focuses on helpful, knowledgeable tech experts at the ready, a hallmark of Johnson's “Genius Bar” idea for Apple stores.

By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2015

Ann Taylor in talks with private equity firm: sources

Ann Inc.’s brands have struggled of late, forced into heavy promotions in the face of lower consumer spending and increased competition.

By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2015

Mobile boost at RetailMeNot not enough, not yet

A Google algorithm change to favor mobile-optimized websites, which has dinged the coupon site’s fortunes, could ultimately help in the future, the company says.

By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2015

Groupon eyes mobile growth as revenue misses

The company said it has sold its stake in Ticket Monster, which had been a drag on profit. But the task before the company is more fundamental.

By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2015

Once-bright Zulily posts dim outlook

Previously a flash-sales darling, the e-retailer is now looking more like the disrupted than a disrupter.

By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2015

JetBlue, Amazon build in-flight media deal

The benefits of being an Amazon Prime member keep accruing, this time into the sky.

By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2015

Macy's testing 4 discount stores in NYC

The move is seen as a way for the retailer to better compete with discount chains like T.J. Maxx and Marshalls. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • May 5, 2015