Shoppers remain highly price conscious: study

Some 80% of consumers are looking for deals, both in store and online.

By Daphne Howland • April 8, 2014

Study finds many 'worst CEOs' in retail

The study finds that employee respect for their CEO may affect company performance.

By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014

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The state of retail returns

Retailers of all sizes are streamlining operations so customers can have a smooth return experience. 

By Retail Dive staff

Mobile wallets stuffed with promise for retailers

Tailored mobile payment systems could save on credit card fees and yield data to boost customer loyalty.

By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014

Calif. bill would shift data liability to retailers

Protecting customer data is not fading from the radar screens of politicians.

By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014

J.C. Penney revamps lingerie with supermodel help

The retailer is proceeding apace with its turnaround, bringing back previously discontinued lingerie lines and tapping Elle Macpherson to help out.

By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014

You read it here: Custom publishing in the world of omni-channel retail

Custom publishing is nothing new, but omni-channel expectations are leading companies to think about content in a whole new way.

By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014

Brookstone's bankruptcy and sale will change nothing

Spencer Spirit Holdings, which will buy the specialty retailer, says it will keep all mall and airport stores open.

By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014

FTC firms up retailer contest rules

If shoppers must share something on social media in order to enter a contest, that must be disclosed, the Federal Trade Commission has decided.

By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014

Saks working to regain old magic

Under new parent Hudson’s Bay Company and a new president, the department store is planning edgier, more expensive offerings.

By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014

Sam's Club taps Gallup for microbusiness surveys

The wholesale club said small businesses are an important consumer group with unique needs that it aims to learn more about.

By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2014

When brands have brands of their own

Branding is both a challenge and an opportunity for specialty retailers, and when brands launch brands of their own, things can get complicated.

By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014

Now what for Men's Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank?

The merged menswear retailers are very different, but together form a formidable team.

By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014

EPA scrutinizes retail waste management

The agency has issued a “Notice of Data Availability” that released findings and seeks input from retailers.

By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014

Outlet centers are getting crowded

Competition and rent are both going up as more retailers enter the off-price outlet game.

By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2014

Macy's taps merchandising chief as new president

CEO Terry J. Lundgren relinquishes the title to Jeffrey Gennette, who has been at the retailer since 1983.

By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2014

Amazon makes big moves in Canada

The e-commerce giant has introduced more than a million new products on its north-of-the-border site.

By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2014

Church puts pressure on Wal-Mart over guns, music

Trinity Church Wall Street, a Wal-Mart shareholder, wants a vote on sales that go against “family values.”

By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2014

Banks drop suit against Target

The suit, filed just last week by two banks, also named the retailer’s online security firm.

By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2014

CEO switch at Claire's

The accessory retailer’s CEO stepped down as the company announced decreased revenues and sales.

By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2014

Study reveals new definition of loyalty

As retailers work to entice and keep customers, teasing out the difference between a frequent shopper and a loyal one could be key.

By Daphne Howland • April 1, 2014

Uniqlo expands MoMA partnership with art-inspired apparel

The fast-fashion retailer has remodeled its flagship store to display and sell the exclusive items, adding a Starbucks for good measure.

By Daphne Howland • April 1, 2014

Coldwater Creek to seek bankruptcy protection

The women’s apparel chain hasn’t been been able to find a buyer and is struggling under its debt load.

By Daphne Howland • April 1, 2014

BaubleBar to set up shop at Nordstrom

The arrangement offers the jewelry e-retailer a physical presence and the upscale department store another boutique popular with younger shoppers.

By Daphne Howland • April 1, 2014

Alibaba invests heavily in brick and mortar

In addition to other expansion moves, the online giant is betting on an increased dependence between web commerce and physical stores. 

By Daphne Howland • April 1, 2014

Amazon denies plans for free ad-based streaming service

The company famous for disrupting retail and fulfillment says there’s no truth to media reports citing company sources.

By Daphne Howland • March 31, 2014