Ikea’s climate footprint shrinks as it rapidly switches to renewables

Finding sustainable materials for the furniture retailer’s products, however, remains a stubborn challenge.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 23, 2023

Klarna touts US as largest market

The Swedish buy now, pay later provider aims to keep growing in the U.S. with new services despite the intense competition.

By Lynne Marek • Feb. 23, 2023

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Though some of the problems of the pandemic have waned, retail continues to reel from C-suite turnover, changes in ecommerce and reassessment of DEI policies.  

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S&P, Moody’s downgrade Adidas following low guidance

The apparel retailer will need to improve operational and financial challenges to avoid another downgrade, analysts say.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 22, 2023

Dick’s to buy Moosejaw from Walmart

The sporting goods company is acquiring the outdoor e-retailer for an undisclosed amount and will run it under its Public Lands division.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 22, 2023

Shrink takes a bite out of TJX margins, profits

But the off-pricer remains well positioned to take share as merchandise floods the market and consumers continue to seek out deals.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 22, 2023

Target plans $100M investment to expand next-day delivery

The retailer will add more than six new sortation facilities as it builds out its stores-as-hubs strategy.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 22, 2023

Victoria’s Secret launches design collaboration with Naomi Osaka

The intimates and sleepwear collection includes the Forever Bra, which features the brand’s first bra pad that can be fully recycled. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 22, 2023

Nike’s chief digital information officer exits

Ratnakar Lavu arrived in 2019 from Kohl’s, with a goal to accelerate the sportswear giant’s growth.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 22, 2023

Luxury demand strong amid consumer weakness

A few brands are out of favor, while others are making a comeback, as consumers across income levels continue to shop for upscale goods.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 22, 2023

Walmart issues cautious 2023 guidance as inflation persists

Low-margin items in grocery and wellness made up more of the retailer's sales mix in 2022 while high-margin categories were softer.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 21, 2023

Home Depot puts $1B toward higher wages as labor market stays tight

Despite many headwinds, the home improvement retailer expects to take market share, thanks in part to its customer service, executives said.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 21, 2023

Shopify to expand program offering better delivery date visibility

Shop Promise has drawn comparisons to Amazon's “Buy with Prime” feature.

By Max Garland • Feb. 21, 2023

YouTubers, podcasters help Sweetwater reach a record sales year

The pandemic led musicians to buy streaming equipment, pushing the retailer to over $1 billion in sales – all with only one physical store. 

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 21, 2023

Modern retail ecosystems are required to support today’s consumers

VMware Retail Industry Solutions Strategist explores cross-cloud ecosystem for better in-store experiences.

By Arron Lock, Director, Retail Industry Solutions Strategist, VMware • Feb. 21, 2023

Yeti names permanent CFO

Mike McMullen, who has held the position on an interim basis since October, will focus on driving growth at the outdoor products company.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 17, 2023

Party City plans to close 22 stores in bankruptcy

Twelve of the locations are already up for auction, and the total number of closures could change as the retailer continues to evaluate its footprint.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 17, 2023

Smooth sailing ahead for (most) off-price retailers

TJX is a standout in a space that continues to benefit from a dicey economy, while Nordstrom Rack struggles to gain a foothold.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 17, 2023

Columbia Sportswear’s Q4 performance hampered by delivery delays

To avoid late deliveries, the retailer is making adjustments in people, processes and systems.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 17, 2023

Tuesday Morning says lenders’ actions contributed to Chapter 11

The company, which is preparing to close hundreds of stores, said when Wells Fargo increased its reserves, the move “effectively eliminated” the retailer’s operating liquidity.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 16, 2023

Independent Pet Partners files Ch. 11, looks to sell some stores

The owner of Loyal Companion is closing dozens of stores and selling some of its locations to Pet Supplies Plus and other competitors.

By Kaarin Vembar and Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 16, 2023

The RealReal slashes workforce, store base in quest for profits

The resale site has long struggled to make money despite strong sales, but turning away from brick and mortar carries risk in this unique segment.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 16, 2023

Mass merchants continue to gain steam in online grocery

Retailers like Walmart and Target are seeing a growing number of active users along with high satisfaction rates, according to the latest Brick Meets Click research.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 16, 2023

Moosejaw introduces gear, apparel resale program

The Walmart-owned retailer is offering customers store credit in exchange for their secondhand items.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 15, 2023

Neiman Marcus is laying off 5% of its workforce

The retailer also shifted roles for two executives to lead customer insight and product and technology, as its chief product and technology officer exits.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 15, 2023

Purple fires back at activist investors seeking control over board

The DTC brand has issued cumulative voting preferred stock intended to “protect shareholders and treat them equally,” Chairman Paul Zepf said.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 15, 2023