The Weekly Closeout: Big 5 Sporting Goods sold, NRF goes up against New York

The retailer was acquired by Worldwide Golf and Capitol Hill Group. Meanwhile, the National Retail Federation took aim at New York's new law requiring algorithmic pricing disclosures.

By Retail Dive Staff • July 11, 2025

US consumers adjust spending in response to tariffs

Behavior shifts are happening in real time as shoppers feel economic stress caused by levies, according to a Savanta report. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 10, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Luxury shoppers turn to TikTok for product discovery

Users are scrolling the social media giant to find product reviews, creator videos and other content that influence their purchases.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 10, 2025

Eastside Golf opens first store

The brand launched the store at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport in partnership with Paradies Lagardère, which operates travel retail and the PGA Tour stores.

By Howard Ruben • July 9, 2025

Online summer sales expected to be the equivalent of ‘two Black Fridays’

Events including Amazon Prime Day are expected to boost digital sales as price-conscious consumers seek discounts, per Adobe.

By Dani James • July 8, 2025

Adidas unites superstars across music, sports, fashion in culture play

The campaign celebrates the Superstar sneaker and features Samuel L. Jackson, Missy Elliott and more.

By Chris Kelly • July 8, 2025

US back-to-school shopping expected to reach over $33B

Inflation, tariffs and supply chain uncertainty are shaping purchasing decisions this year, according to Coresight Research. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 7, 2025

Can Lululemon make a federal case out of ‘dupe culture’?

In a lawsuit against Costco over a variety of apparel designs, the athleisure brand laments the proliferation of “LululemonDupes” on social media.

By Daphne Howland • July 2, 2025

Sephora taps Lyft to deliver customers to its stores

In a promotion that overlaps with Amazon's Prime Day, the ride-share company is giving out ride credits to bring shoppers to the beauty retailer’s locations.

By Howard Ruben • July 2, 2025

How Target is tackling back-to-school marketing with dual campaigns

Two new efforts feature tactics like influencer marketing as the big-box store prioritizes promoting value and an on-trend product assortment.

By Peter Adams • July 2, 2025

Consumers want more value — beyond low prices

Economic uncertainty driven by inflation and other factors is altering consumers’ perception of value, according to new research from Deloitte.

By Howard Ruben • July 1, 2025

J.C. Penney does wedding season on a budget amid turnaround

The retailer threw a $10,000 wedding the same week as the $50 million nuptials between Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez.

By Sara Karlovitch • July 1, 2025

Dollar General temporarily drops prices on 1K items during summer sale

The retailer’s “7 Days of Savings” event starts Sunday, as consumers stretch their budgets during the back-to-school shopping season. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 30, 2025

As revenue falls 10%, Nike preps for $1B tariff hit

At the same time, the brand is restructuring teams around key sports and touted “significant progress” on rightsizing its classic footwear franchises.

By Cara Salpini • June 27, 2025

Kohl’s brings back summer sale coinciding with Prime Day

The event, which runs July 7 to July 10, will feature discounts on hundreds of items across apparel, footwear and accessories, with most under $20.

By Howard Ruben • June 27, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: J. Jill names chief merchant as Spirit Halloween resurrects seasonal hiring

Courtney O’Connor, formerly head of merchandising at Club Monaco, joins Monday. Meanwhile, the spooky store plans to bring on 50,000 employees.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 27, 2025

Parachute to close 19 stores this year, shift away from ‘massive storefronts’

The home linens brand plans to focus on partnerships with major retailers, including Target, though it will maintain seven storefronts.

By Dani James • June 27, 2025

Nike Virtual Studios vice president exits

Ron Faris has left the company to take a role at Disney as Nike has pulled back from some of its virtual efforts.

By Cara Salpini • June 27, 2025

QVC and HSN head to Philo

As the company hones in on livestreaming e-commerce, the partnership with Philo TV guarantees new viewers for QVC Group.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • June 26, 2025

The Backroom: Saks Global, Amazon and the state of luxury

Fashion Dive Senior Editor Lara Ewen joins to talk about the latest tie-up between the department store conglomerate and the e-commerce giant.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 26, 2025

The core objective of Lowe’s loyalty program? Drive one more trip

The retailer’s dual loyalty programs focus on driving frequency by meeting customers' needs at every stage of their journey.

By Bryan Wassel • June 26, 2025

Nordstrom’s anniversary sale adds 65 brands to the mix

Also new this year is “Anniversary Big Deals,” in which a select assortment will be offered at a deeper discount of up to 50% off. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 24, 2025

Unilever acquires Dr. Squatch, valuing brand’s viral marketing to Gen Z men

The maker of soaps, shampoos and lotions has become well known for innuendo-laced ads starring “Euphoria” actor Sydney Sweeney.

By Peter Adams • June 24, 2025

Fabletics names Vans vet chief marketing officer

Carly Gomez has been promoted to the position, while Meera Bhatia’s COO role has been expanded to also include president. 

By Howard Ruben • June 24, 2025

Walmart, Target announce competing Prime Day sales

Both retailers are offering early access to paid loyalty members and highlighting back-to-school savings.

By Dani James • June 23, 2025