Ulta tops $10B in revenue as beauty stays resilient

The retailer saw double-digit growth across all major categories, with new brands and product innovation helping to increase sales in the fourth quarter.

By Dani James • March 10, 2023

More shakeup at Gap Inc. as sales fall, losses mount

The apparel retailer said it’s close to naming a new CEO, but announced the exit of a few executives, including Athleta chief Mary Beth Laughton.

By Daphne Howland • March 10, 2023

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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.

By Retail Dive staff

Ares Management invests $375M in Toys R Us parent company

The transaction values WHP Global at $1.6 billion and will fund the company’s next wave of brand acquisitions. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 9, 2023

Fly By Jing raises $12M

The Chinese food brand — which launched in 2018 — also appointed its first chief financial, operations and commercial officers.

By Dani James • March 9, 2023

Stitch Fix walks back key initiatives in quest for recovery

Changes meant to appeal to new customers and boost sales have backfired, founder and interim CEO Katrina Lake said this week.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2023

Adidas projects first annual loss in 3 decades as it shakes up management team

The impact of its terminated Yeezy partnership is biting into profitability and revenue.

By Nate Delesline III • March 8, 2023

Digital Brands Group takes steps to go private

The company recently closed its acquisition of Sundry and has started the due diligence process with a private equity firm that approached it. 

By Dani James • March 8, 2023

Stitch Fix CFO to exit as declines persist

Dan Jedda, who came from Amazon about two years ago, in May will become chief financial officer at Roku, as the box e-retailer continues its CEO search.

By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2023

ThredUp, chasing profitability, tests consignment fees

The resale site reports softer sales in a promotional apparel environment but expects to break even later this year.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2023

J.C. Penney hasn’t had to release its finances since 2020. Here’s how the retailer is doing.

The department store insists it’s on a “strong financial footing,” but filings show ongoing volatility under its post-bankruptcy ownership.

By Daphne Howland • March 6, 2023

Blue Apron has a plan to avoid NYSE delisting

The company has until June 21, 2024, to address its global market capitalization listing standard deficiency and until June 21, 2023, to fix its share price listing standard deficiency.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 6, 2023

11 digitally native retailers at risk of bankruptcy

These companies were meant to be disruptors to the industry. But as macroeconomic pressures intensify and capital gets harder to find, they may be put to their biggest test.

By Caroline Jansen • March 6, 2023

Victoria’s Secret will reboot its fashion show this year as turnaround gains traction

The once infamous event was canceled four years ago amid rising criticism of its messaging and the dawn of #MeToo.

By Daphne Howland • March 3, 2023

In push for growth, Nordstrom bets on Rack, exits Canada

Amid Q4 declines, the department store is prioritizing its off-price business, rapidly expanding its footprint and improving its assortment.

By Daphne Howland • March 3, 2023

Touting off-mall success, Macy’s mulls acceleration of small-store strategy

CEO Jeff Gennette also said the retailer has closed its most unprofitable mall stores and that 99% of its mall base is now profitable.

By Daphne Howland • March 2, 2023

Best Buy to close as many as 30 stores this year

The electronics retailer is also remodeling stores to its experiential format and opening 10 outlets.

By Nate Delesline III • March 2, 2023

Qurate Retail Group brings on Everlane vet as CFO

Bill Wafford, who also served as chief financial officer at J.C. Penney and The Vitamin Shoppe, is joining the company in the midst of its turnaround plan. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 2, 2023

Kohl’s mulls pricing changes in turnaround reboot

Under a new CEO, the struggling department store also aims to expand e-commerce, modernize stores and right-size inventory while cutting costs.

By Daphne Howland • March 1, 2023

Lowe’s warns comps could fall up to 2% in 2023 as demand softens

The home improvement retailer is more vulnerable to pullbacks in consumer spending because of its position among DIY customers.

By Caroline Jansen • March 1, 2023

Olaplex calls 2023 ‘a reset year’ as it braces for 41% sales hit in Q1

The DTC company, which is facing a lawsuit that alleges problems with its products, expects net sales to fall 15% for the year. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 1, 2023

Target profits continue to slide as discretionary purchases slow

The retailer said consumer spending on essentials, like food, helped offset inflation-driven sales slides in discretionary buys.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 28, 2023

Warby Parker narrows Q4 net loss amid economic uncertainty

The DTC eyewear brand saw revenue increase 10.2% year over year, and it plans to grow its physical footprint with 40 new stores in 2023.

By Dani James • Feb. 28, 2023

Amazon expanding same-day delivery service

The retailer plans to respond to customer demand for fast delivery by growing its fulfillment center footprint, but that could mean added fees.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 27, 2023

The running list of major retail bankruptcies

Bankruptcy filings have continued in recent months, including from QVC Group and Sleep Number.

By Retail Dive Staff • Updated July 10, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: REI rolls out new product standards and Skechers teams with Diane von Furstenberg

The outdoor retailer is asking brand partners to set emissions reduction targets. Meanwhile, the shoe brand’s latest collaboration features “Endless Kisses.”

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 24, 2023