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

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

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 Daphne Howland • May 22, 2025

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

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

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 Cara Salpini • 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

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 Caroline Jansen • May 21, 2025

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

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 Kaarin Moore • May 21, 2025

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

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

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 Kaarin Moore • May 20, 2025

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 Caroline Jansen • May 20, 2025

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

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

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 Kaarin Moore • May 19, 2025

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

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

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 Kaarin Moore • May 19, 2025

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

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

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

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