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    Hasbro cuts 3% of workforce

    The toy company has been undergoing a turnaround effort, which includes a $1 billion cost-savings objective.

    By • June 18, 2025
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    JD Sports opens Las Vegas flagship

    The nearly 29,000-square-foot location builds on the retailer’s plans to expand its presence in the North American market.

    By Howard Ruben • June 18, 2025
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    Trendline

    How retailers are deploying in-store technology

    Payment systems, self-checkout stations and home visualization tech are just a few of the areas getting attention from retailers as they rethink the store experience.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Nordstrom to open Local concept in Brooklyn, eyes San Francisco location

    The department store, which once called Nordstrom Local the future of the company, is growing the fleet after years of stalling on the concept.

    By • June 18, 2025
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    Amazon’s Andy Jassy warns of job cuts due to generative AI

    The chief executive officer told employees in a letter to embrace the change the tech presents in order to remain competitive within the company.

    By Dani James • June 18, 2025
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    Amazon opens robotic fulfillment center in Massachusetts

    The nearly 3 million square-foot-facility features hundreds of robots equipped to lift up to 1,500 pounds each.

    By Kelly Stroh • June 18, 2025
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    How Bob’s, Ikea are bucking the trend of furniture retail stagnation

    The segment, which grew during the height of the pandemic, has been contracting. However, value players are opening locations — and poised to take market share.

    By Shefali Kapadia • June 18, 2025
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    Kirkland’s tightens ties to Bed Bath & Beyond, rebrands as ‘Brand House Collective’

    The company, which also reported Q1 sales and profit declines, said Kirkland's stores will turn into Bed Bath & Beyond Home locations.

    By • June 17, 2025
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    Mattel brings AI to the toy box with OpenAI partnership

    The toy company and AI powerhouse will announce their first product together later this year.

    By • June 17, 2025
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    At Home blames bankruptcy on tariffs, consumer uncertainty

    The private equity-owned company’s latest Chapter 11 filing comes at an awkward time for a retailer dependent on holiday sales for 40% of its revenue.

    By • June 16, 2025
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    5 years after US bankruptcy, Roots notches third quarter of sales growth

    As part of a multiyear strategy, the Canadian brand is closing underperforming stores, upgrading its fleet and investing in marketing.

    By • June 16, 2025
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    Canada Goose prioritizes year-round relevance with second Haider Ackermann collection

    The collection uses lightweight fabrics to reimagine classic cold weather styles and comes as the retailer looks to broaden its assortment.

    By Howard Ruben • June 16, 2025
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    Is the US undermining ‘Made in America’ apparel manufacturing?

    When it comes to reshoring garment manufacturing, the Trump administration’s tariffs are at odds with its immigration crackdown.

    By • June 16, 2025
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    Peloton names fourth chief marketing officer in 5 years

    With past experience at Apple, Amazon and Netflix, Megan Imbres’ background aligns with how Peloton is looking to grow its business.

    By Peter Adams • June 13, 2025
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    Saks Global says it’s back on track with vendors, won’t close stores

    The company told BMO Capital Markets it has mostly repaired supplier relationships, though luxury brands tell other analysts its ability to pay remains a top concern.

    By • June 13, 2025
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    The Weekly Closeout: Michaels rolls out Summerween and Shakira’s beauty brand debuts

    The crafts retailer is releasing Halloween decor earlier than ever, while the pop star’s Isima line will launch at Ulta Beauty.

    By Retail Dive Staff • June 13, 2025
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    How Nike CEO Elliott Hill is building out his turnaround team

    Eight months in, Hill has changed leadership structures and brought in new hires. At the same time, several long-time executives have retired.

    By • June 12, 2025
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    Off-price domination continues as department stores yield more share

    Sales, profits and margins have been stronger at off-pricers, and that won’t change any time soon, according to a UBS report this week.

    By • June 12, 2025
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    Vera Bradley CEO, CFO to depart

    The company, which posted a 24% net revenue decline in the first quarter, suspended guidance and announced the creation of a strategy and transformation committee.

    By Lara Ewen • June 12, 2025
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    Ashley’s new Las Vegas store is its largest in North America

    The location boasts an 88,000-square-foot showroom and a 218,000 square-foot warehouse, and is meant to be a community hub.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 12, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    Checkout-free payments may yet rise

    Rapidly advancing AI could let cashierless payment companies succeed where Grabango failed, industry insiders and observers say.

    By Patrick Cooley • June 11, 2025
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    Victoria’s Secret expects $10M hit to Q2 operating income from cybersecurity breach

    Newly arrived marketing chief Elizabeth Preis has been tasked with customer acquisition as the lingerie giant continues to lose market share.

    By • June 11, 2025
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    GameStop sales drop in key categories amid ongoing strategic shift

    However, the company swung to a net income in Q1 and reported an improvement in its operating loss.

    By Dani James • June 11, 2025
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    Franchise Group exits Chapter 11

    The company leaves bankruptcy having sold The Vitamin Shoppe, shut down American Freight and restructured its remaining banners under a new entity.

    By Howard Ruben • June 11, 2025
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    Marks & Spencer restores some online-order operations following cyberattack

    The department store chain was one of the first targets in an international spree of attacks disrupting retailers.

    By David Jones • June 11, 2025
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    Amazon delivery robots offer $7.1B annual savings opportunity: report

    The tech could position Amazon retail as an AI play, according to Bank of America Securities analysts.

    By Alexei Alexis • June 11, 2025