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Retail brands want their tariff money back
Allbirds, On and more have filed lawsuits after the latest turn in the tariff landscape, though the industry is slowly becoming “desensitized” to trade volatility.
By Dani James • Feb. 27, 2026 -
Walmart app connects suppliers with store-level data
Walmart Data Ventures introduced Scintilla In-Store so field representatives can see real-time data — in part to reduce out-of-stocks.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 27, 2026 -
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Top 5 stories from Retail Dive
From Target’s path forward under a new CEO to the retailers most vulnerable to bankruptcy, here’s a look at the stories shaping the industry.
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EBay cuts 6% of staff, axes 800 roles
The marketplace giant, which beat expectations in Q4, said it will continue to hire in certain priority areas.
By Daphne Howland • Feb. 27, 2026 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Walmart agrees to $100M FTC settlement and Puma posts double-digit declines
The government agency alleges that the big-box retailer deceived delivery drivers regarding their pay, while the athletic brand’s net sales fell 27% in Q4.
By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 27, 2026 -
Walmart sees speed and convenience boosting trust in its AI agent
Half of the retailer’s app users have interacted with Sparky, Walmart's David Guggina said. The average order value for users of the AI agent is higher, too.
By Bryan Wassel • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Article, Klarna partner to let shoppers pay over time
The DTC furniture company is offering online shoppers in the U.S. and Canada BNPL options for big-ticket purchases.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Warby Parker posts first annual net income
The eyewear brand is expanding its footprint, releasing new collections and preparing for the upcoming launch of its AI glasses with Google and Samsung.
By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Shoe Carnival CEO exits
Mark Worden has also resigned from the company’s board. Meanwhile, former CEO Cliff Sifford will step into the top role on an interim basis.
By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Saks Global says nearly 400 vendors have resumed shipments
The company said it has resolved most objections to its bankruptcy financing, but some suppliers remain wary.
By Daphne Howland • Feb. 26, 2026 -
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The Backroom: Walmart and Target are not the same
The team discusses how different the companies are, despite ushering in new executive leadership at the same time.
By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Lowe’s cuts jobs, issues cautious guidance amid sector pressures
Despite better-than-expected revenue, CEO Marvin Ellison said “consumers are reluctant to make significant investments in their homes” right now.
By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 25, 2026 -
MAC Cosmetics to enter Sephora US
As part of a broader strategy from parent company Estée Lauder to expand distribution channels, the beauty brand is moving into Sephora’s stand-alone locations as well as Sephora at Kohl’s stores.
By Howard Ruben • Feb. 25, 2026 -
Walmart: Supply chain spending set to ‘peak’ next 2 years, CEO says
The retail giant is continuing to automate regional distribution centers across the U.S. and starting to deploy technological improvements internationally.
By Max Garland • Feb. 25, 2026 -
Dillard’s holds steady at the holidays
The department store is gaining share from new customers, which could make up for some weaknesses, according to data from Placer.ai.
By Daphne Howland • Feb. 24, 2026 -
Home Depot beats Q4 expectations even as housing market remains challenged
While larger discretionary projects remain under pressure, the retailer comped positively in eight of its 16 merchandising departments.
By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 24, 2026 -
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. eyes a return to growth this year
While revenue declined 25% last year, the home retailer sees sales growing in 2026 as it invests in home services beyond retail.
By Dani James • Feb. 24, 2026 -
US e-commerce sales to reach $1.8 trillion by 2030
Though shoppers are projected to spend more online, over 70% of retail sales will still come from stores, according to a Forrester report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 24, 2026 -
Outdoor Voices brings spring collection to Sam’s Club
A limited-edition assortment includes boys’ and girls’ products and is priced lower than the apparel brand’s core offering.
By Howard Ruben • Feb. 24, 2026 -
De minimis still shelved after Supreme Court’s tariff ruling
President Donald Trump reaffirmed the trade tool's suspension and adjusted postal duty rates to match a new global tariff in an executive order Friday.
By Max Garland • Feb. 24, 2026 -
New tariffs, same uncertainty for retailers
The Supreme Court’s IEEPA ruling could benefit the retail industry through refunds, but the timing is unclear and new Section 122 levies could dampen those gains.
By Dani James • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Kohl’s turnaround could take a while
In an update to its turnaround, the department store provided few details but emphasized it’s taking a “multiyear approach.”
By Daphne Howland • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Home Depot alum takes Yeti CFO seat
Retail veteran Scott Bomar joins the Austin, Texas-based company as it looks to accelerate international sales momentum.
By Grace Noto • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Bath & Body Works launches on Amazon
Up to $80 million in gray market sales were already occurring on the platform, CEO Daniel Heaf said. An official U.S. storefront is a way to reignite the brand.
By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Target expands Levi’s denim to 150 additional stores
The mass retailer will sell Levi’s at over 1,000 locations by the end of 2026, feeding into a new merchandising strategy under CEO Michael Fiddelke.
By Dani James • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Supreme Court invalidates Trump tariffs based on emergency powers
In a 6-3 decision, the court rejected President Trump's claim that a 1977 law gave him the authority to impose broad tariffs globally.
By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 20, 2026