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    Small Business Administration boosts manufacturing funding efforts

    The agency will provide up to $1.1 million to three applicants to deliver training and assistance to small manufacturers. An effort to unlock more financing for businesses is also in the works.

    By Nathan Owens • May 22, 2025
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    How small c-stores can survive

    As consolidation drives more independents out of business, smaller retailers need to stand out and connect with their communities, experts say.

    By Jessica Loder • May 22, 2025
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    The state of small business

    Disruptions from the pandemic, e-commerce and broader economic trends continue to bedevil operations for small businesses.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Walmart cuts 1,500 jobs in US retail, global tech teams

    The retailer said it is slashing some roles and adding others in an effort to become more agile and innovative.

    By May 22, 2025
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    David’s Bridal unveils Diamonds & Pearls store concept

    The "store of the future" is a high-touch, tech-powered boutique and features exclusive products, a modern setting and an integration with Shopify.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 22, 2025
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    Urban Outfitters reports record Q1 net income

    The retailer sees minimal tariff impacts at current rates, but uncertainty in U.S. policy could affect fall inventory timelines. 

    By Dani James • May 22, 2025
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    Nike lays off ‘limited number’ of tech employees

    The layoffs, which are the result of changes announced last week, come amid a broader turnaround strategy under new CEO Elliott Hill.

    By May 22, 2025
  • Former Vitamin Shoppe CEO returns to top spot

    Sharon Leite, who was the company’s chief executive from 2018 to 2023, takes on the CEO role as the company begins operations under new ownership.

    By Howard Ruben • May 22, 2025
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    Lowe’s reaffirms full-year guidance despite Q1 sales dip

    The home improvement retailer saw comparable sales slide during Q1, partially due to unfavorable weather in the first half of the quarter.

    By May 21, 2025
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    Target’s Q1 earnings disappoint amid battle with tariffs, consumer backlash

    The mass retailer lowered its guidance for the full year, announced the departure of multiple executives and launched a new strategic office in an effort to combat sales declines.

    By Dani James • May 21, 2025
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    Victoria’s Secret adopts poison pill to halt hostile takeover

    The maneuver is in response to the “substantial accumulation” of shares by investment firm BBRC International, which just launched its own lingerie brand.

    By May 21, 2025
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    As it preps for life beyond Dollar Tree, Family Dollar names CEO

    Duncan MacNaughton, a former chief operating officer of the business, will take on the top spot after Dollar Tree finalizes the sale of the banner.

    By Howard Ruben • May 21, 2025
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    Andie acquires Richer Poorer

    In its first acquisition, the DTC swimwear brand snapped up the California-based casual apparel company previously owned by Francesca’s.

    By Howard Ruben • May 20, 2025
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    Levi’s to sell Dockers to Authentic Brands Group for $311M

    The jeans company is selling off the khakis brand to focus on its core labels. 

    By May 20, 2025
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    Home Depot doesn’t plan to raise prices despite tariffs

    The announcement came as the home improvement retailer posted a 9.4% sales gain in Q1 and reaffirmed its full-year guidance.

    By May 20, 2025
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    Pottery Barn plans to expand to the UK this fall

    In addition to an e-commerce presence in the region, the home furnishings retailer will also offer its personalized design services.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 20, 2025
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    US signals reciprocal tariffs will return for some countries

    The White House will alert countries of their specific rates in the next two to three weeks, President Donald Trump said Friday.

    By Philip Neuffer • May 20, 2025
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    Urban Outfitters’ in-store experiential concept goes after Gen Z — first with Nike

    The apparel retailer debuted the On Rotation concept as a way to fuel discovery shaped by the generation’s favorite brands. 

    By May 19, 2025
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    Target Circle 360 members can now shop same-day delivery with 100+ retailers

    Through its Shipt service, the mass retailer will give subscribers access to same-day delivery at Petco, PetSmart, CVS, and more, all without price markups.

    By Dani James • May 19, 2025
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    Amazon reveals new warehouse robots in push to trim manual tasks

    The e-commerce giant said it plans to deploy the various technologies in the coming years as it works to boost "more high-skilled work."

    By Max Garland • May 19, 2025
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    Bath & Body Works names Nike vet CEO

    Gina Boswell is out from the top role, and Daniel Heaf — who once was the head of Nike Direct — has stepped in to lead the company.

    By May 19, 2025
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    Fossil’s DTC business drags down sales in Q1

    The accessories brand has been working to reduce its footprint, closing 28 stores in the first quarter as part of its plan to shutter 50 locations this year.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 19, 2025
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    Walmart family plans university to expand STEM workforce

    The institution will be housed at the company’s former headquarters and is expected to welcome 1,500 undergrads and 500 nondegree learners.

    By Kate Tornone • May 19, 2025
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    The next generation of checkout: Why retailers must evolve

    Gen Z is reshaping retail checkout—flexibility isn’t optional, it’s the new expectation.

    By Alison Meyer, Head of B2B Marketing, Cash App Commerce • May 19, 2025
  • Rite Aid sells upwards of 1K stores to CVS, Walgreens, others

    CVS Health is one of the largest buyers, snapping up prescription files from hundreds of stores and fully acquiring 64 locations.

    By Rebecca Pifer • May 16, 2025
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    Hudson’s Bay to sell IP to Canadian Tire Corp. for over $21M

    CTC views the move as “patriotic” and has bid on several of the iconic retailer’s leases.

    By Dani James • May 16, 2025