Hudson's Bay lays off 600 store workers in Canada

The company, which also owns Saks Fifth Avenue and went private last year, said government-enforced lockdowns forced the workforce reduction.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 2, 2021

Kendra Scott steps down as CEO of namesake accessories company

Tom Nolan, who has been with the company since 2014, will take on the top role as Scott remains executive chairwoman and majority owner. 

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 2, 2021

Do malls have any business getting into retail?

REITs' expanding ownership of troubled retailers complicates an investment setup dependent on steady revenue.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 2, 2021

Toys R Us closes its last 2 US stores just over a year after re-launch

The stores were part of a joint venture with b8ta to re-launch the beloved retail brand and provide a marketing platform for toymakers. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 1, 2021

QVC launches livestream shopping channel on YouTube TV

The shopping network is now available on streaming services with a total of 8 million subscribers, including through Hulu + Live TV and AT&T TV.

By Maria Monteros • Feb. 1, 2021

Nike exec jumps to Crocs

Emma Minto had various leadership roles at the athletic powerhouse for 16 years, and makes the leap as demand for comfy footwear soars.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2021

Where to run a store now

The pandemic has changed some consumer habits for the long term, and that alters the retail landscape.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2021

Stores are open, but the pandemic keeps shoppers away

Despite effective vaccines and more government relief, consumers are playing it safe as COVID-19 cases continue to rise and variants emerge.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 29, 2021

Crate and Barrel, Parachute team up for exclusive collection

The partnership will put the DTC bedding brand in 65 of Crate and Barrel's physical stores and on its website.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 29, 2021

Neiman's chief digital officer out amid e-commerce revamp

Katie Mullen is leaving, as alums from Apple and Victoria Beckham join the company's merchandising and customer experience team.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 28, 2021

Target partners with Levi’s for lifestyle collection

The big-box retailer is launching a limited-edition line with Levi Strauss, which includes home, pet, accessories and apparel.

By Maria Monteros • Jan. 28, 2021

The Backroom: Family Video, GameStop and the precarious lives of media stores

The team breaks down what went wrong for the last video chain as well as the fates of other retailers of cultural products.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 28, 2021

VF's supreme brand right now is The North Face

The apparel company spent $2.1 billion to beef up its portfolio with the viral streetwear label Supreme, but "gorpwear" is where it's at. Just ask Gucci.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 28, 2021

Starbucks exec Rosalind Brewer to take over as Walgreens CEO

She replaces Stefano Pessina, who will shift to become executive chairman of the board after leading the drugstore retailer for six years.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 27, 2021

Express is 'hemorrhaging cash' even as investors gobble up its stock: report

The struggling fashion brand won a financial lifeline in the form of a loan from private equity firm Sycamore Partners. But its sector's travails continue. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 27, 2021

Amazon to grow its Boston tech hub, add 3K jobs

The e-commerce giant is expanding its presence in the city, building on plans for growth at several other of its tech hubs as well.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 27, 2021

Franchise Group acquires Pet Supplies Plus for $700M

The deal, which is expected to close by March, comes as the pet retail industry is performing particularly well.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 27, 2021

Small format ‘Bloomies’ to open this fall

The 22,000-square-foot store is being built in the Mosaic District in Virginia and marks yet another blow to the traditional mall from parent Macy's.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 27, 2021

Beauty retailer L'Occitane files Chapter 11

The brand's U.S. unit looks to use bankruptcy to shed stores as the pandemic weighs on brick-and-mortar sales and accelerates a shift to digital. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 26, 2021

Court OKs Christopher & Banks' Ch. 11 sale of e-commerce unit

The bankrupt apparel seller is unloading its online business to an affiliate of Hilco after moving to close its stores.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated March 1, 2021

Walmart positions itself as key COVID-19 vaccine provider for rural America

The retailer said it will be able to deliver as many as 13 million doses per month when supplies allow.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 26, 2021

Belk to file for bankruptcy after 130 years

Private equity firm Sycamore Partners will retain its majority stake as part of a restructuring deal expected to be complete by the end of February.

By Daphne Howland • Updated Jan. 27, 2021

Cole Haan walks back IPO plans

The footwear brand faces an uncertain future as consumers shun traditional work and formal styles in favor of casual fashion.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 25, 2021

Ipsy launches personal care brand Refreshments

The brand includes products like body cream and razor kits at a time when the makeup category has suffered due to a shift in consumer focus.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 25, 2021

42% of retailers expect to restructure as industry revenue declines persist, BDO says

While struggles and distress abound, many companies are investing in e-commerce and other channels as the pandemic reshapes retail. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 25, 2021