Roots debuts sensory-driven store in continued US expansion

The new store is the first of its kind for the company, and focuses on customer experience and customization.

By Daphne Howland • June 7, 2018

Mobile will drive 72% of growth in online video ad spend

Mobile's share of the online video ad market will grow from 50% this year to 59% by 2023, according to a Forrester study.

By Robert Williams • June 7, 2018

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Gen Z and millennials

If there's anything retailers want more than financial stability right now, it's to understand Gen Z. 

By Retail Dive staff

Toys R Us reportedly spoke with Sycamore, Target before liquidating

Bloomberg reports that the bankrupt toy retailer had interest in a potential buyout and asset purchases, but the company's lenders saw liquidation as the best path to repayment. 

By Ben Unglesbee • June 7, 2018

Sephora polishes message with interactive 'House of Beauty' event

The two-day event for influencers, beauty advisors and consumers will include digital and physical experiences. 

By Erica Sweeney • June 7, 2018

Amazon, Google converging as e-commerce grows and changes

With online retailing growing strongly, Amazon is becoming a force in advertising, while Google increases its e-commerce activities, tech guru Mary Meeker told a conference hosted by Recode. 

By Dan Alaimo • June 6, 2018

Ikea jumps on streetwear trend with minimalist clothing line

Spanst, a limited collaboration with the Los Angeles-based designer Chris Stamp, could signal the retailer is looking to build out a lifestyle focus.

By Erica Sweeney • June 6, 2018

Neiman Marcus launches 'Idea Factory' to drive store traffic

The concept is led by Ed Burstell, who returned to the department store in a newly created role to drive creativity and inspiration.

By Daphne Howland • June 6, 2018

'Household enthusiasts' spend 50% more than millennials

The group, defined as savvy millennial or Gen X shoppers in charge of most purchasing decisions for a household, also shops in-store slightly more than online, according to RetailMeNot.

By Dan O'Shea • June 5, 2018

Ace your back-to-school marketing with location data

Is your marketing strategy ready for the back-to-school shopping season? Incorporating location data and a Cost Per Visit ad model into your campaign can help generate more foot traffic and improve the frequency of sales.

June 5, 2018

Papa John's, retailer take jab at mattress disruptors with pizza promotion

Raymour & Flanigan is offering a year's worth of free pies to customers who purchase a mattress that costs $500 or more. 

By Erica Sweeney • June 5, 2018

Most retailers use mobile location to boost store traffic

New GDPR regulations have raised questions for vendors and marketers around the limitations of data collection.

By Robert Williams • June 5, 2018

Walmart, Target, Kohl's see the light at the end of Toys R Us' tunnel

As the big box toy seller recedes from the U.S. market, major retail players are signaling plans to expand in the toy category well ahead of the holidays. 

By Ben Unglesbee • June 4, 2018

Nearly half of teens are online ‘almost constantly’

Pew's latest survey confirms what many already know about teens — almost all are mobile and use their smartphones on a near-constant basis.

By Dan Alaimo • June 1, 2018

Retail Therapy: This $1,300 Balenciaga shirt is also a ... shirt

The luxury fashion brand is here to combat that feeling when one shirt isn't enough by selling two that are sewn together at the neck.

By Cara Salpini • May 31, 2018

PayPal acquires AI-driven predictive marketing company Jetlore

PayPal's latest acquisition shows it is looking beyond payments to make itself a more valuable partner for retailers.

By Dan O'Shea • May 31, 2018

Macy's moves $400M media account to Publicis Groupe

The change is in line with the retailer's efforts to explore new digital initiatives.

By Erica Sweeney • May 30, 2018

How Brandless built a following with its 'just what matters' approach

Ido Leffler, co-founder and chairman of the direct-to-consumer company, talks about how its values, branding strategy and unique model have made the company a retail standout. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • May 30, 2018

30 minutes with Ulta's SVP of merchandising

Sephora might be the darling of beauty, but Ulta has been quietly opening stores and posting huge e-commerce numbers. SVP of Merchandising Monica Arnaudo shares the retailer's next moves.

By Cara Salpini • May 29, 2018

AmEx pilots blockchain-based loyalty rewards with Boxed

The credit card company is offering loyalty members five times the rewards points on certain products and brands during the test. 

By Erica Sweeney • May 29, 2018

Guitar Center adds 2 execs amid online push

The musical instrument retailer is bringing new leaders in to spearhead marketing and e-commerce efforts as the company grapples with debt and changes in its sector. 

By Daphne Howland , Ben Unglesbee • May 29, 2018

Urban Outfitters launches third-party marketplace, tests self-checkout

On a call with analysts, the retailer detailed how it is raising its bet on digital, including by adding new payment options and updating its sites and apps.

By Erica Sweeney • May 25, 2018

Retail Therapy: Balenciaga locks down overpriced fashion with $350 keyring

And no, that purchase doesn't include the keys to a new Bentley. It's just a lanyard.

By Cara Salpini • May 25, 2018

Kohl's joins rivals in revamping loyalty

The discount department store is testing a new loyalty system before rolling it out next year.

By Daphne Howland • May 23, 2018

72% of consumers prefer videos to text marketing

Consumers like online videos with informational or purchasing links, and Coresight Research said they can provide a "powerful" marketing punch.

By Dan Alaimo • May 23, 2018

Study: AR’s potential for retailers lies in driving efficiencies, not sales

The technology is likely to be too distracting to help shoppers who already are in a store looking at products, ABI Research says.

By Robert Williams • May 22, 2018