Nike CEO: ‘The inventory peak is behind us’

The company has worked with Foot Locker CEO Mary Dillon, in addition to other wholesale partners, as it plans its channel strategy.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 21, 2022

US agency cites Amazon for recordkeeping violations on worker injuries, illnesses

The e-commerce giant has faced various safety complaints over the years, and an investigation at six warehouses in five states is ongoing.

By Max Garland • Dec. 21, 2022

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Gen Z and millennials

If there's anything retailers want more than financial stability right now, it's to understand Gen Z. 

By Retail Dive staff

Consumers are hitting the brakes on apparel purchases: UBS

Department stores and other retailers dependent on clothing sales face a gloomy 2023 and may shutter more locations, according to the analysts.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 21, 2022

Small, midsize retailers search more for nearby suppliers: report

Learning from larger chains facing inventory issues, small and midsize businesses are working to better predict what they need.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 21, 2022

European Union pries open Amazon Prime for marketplace sellers

Sellers can use outside carriers for Prime deliveries and their data is shielded from the e-commerce giant, among other rules effective next June.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 20, 2022

Party City faces NYSE delisting

The troubled retailer has six months to regain compliance with the New York Stock Exchange’s minimum share price requirement. 

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 20, 2022

Allyson Felix’s Saysh expands to Canada

Following its northward expansion, the direct-to-consumer brand wants to widen its global footprint further.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 20, 2022

FedEx Express expands New York City pilot of electric delivery carts

The carrier is building upon tests from last year that saw couriers increase package deliveries by 15% per hour.

By Max Garland • Dec. 20, 2022

Skincare brands The Ordinary, Dr. Dennis Gross to raise prices

In social posts giving a heads-up to shoppers, the brands cited the costs of raw ingredients and supply chain logistics as reasons for the change.

By Dani James • Dec. 20, 2022

DSW parent acquires footwear maker Topo Athletic

The acquisition expands Designer Brands' portfolio of exclusive and private label brands.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 19, 2022

VF Corp mulling JanSport sale: Bloomberg

Wedbush analysts threw cold water on the company's reported estimate that it could get $500 million for the backpack brand.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 19, 2022

Walmart drone delivery service launches in Arizona, Florida and Texas

The offering with DroneUp is part of a wider plan to offer the same-day option in six states by the end of this year.

By Max Garland • Dec. 19, 2022

Is self-checkout worth the investment?

While the tech can speed up shopping trips and let employees take on new tasks, it doesn’t come without its frustrations, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 19, 2022

How small businesses are navigating the holiday season

With the impact of the pandemic ongoing and inflation adding pressure, neighborhood stores are facing similar challenges as their big-box counterparts.

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 19, 2022

Not today, winter. How to keep your business operating smoothly through rough weather

Winter can definitely be a tough season for so many businesses, but with the right preparation it doesn't have to be.

Dec. 19, 2022

PVH hires new Calvin Klein global brand president

Eva Serrano’s appointment is an “important next step” in PVH’s multi-year strategic growth plan, according to its CEO. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 16, 2022

Toy retailers turn to discounts to drive holiday sales, clear inventory

Themed Lego sets and movie-related action figures are selling well, while board games and Nerf products are down, according to Jefferies analysts.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 16, 2022

November retail sales show the holidays mean heavy promotions this year

Consumers are spending, but they are keen on getting deals, and retailers are slashing prices as the holiday season winds down.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 16, 2022

Package theft surged 47% in November, study says

Consumers reported that delivery times have improved since last year, but theft is on the rise.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 15, 2022

Chewy leverages automated fulfillment to lower shipping costs

Automated facilities have lowered expenses by as much as 20% compared to the retailer's legacy network.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 15, 2022

The Honest Company hires Amazon vet as new CEO

Carla Vernón is already familiar with the business, having worked with current CEO Nick Vlahos on the brand’s Amazon platform.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 14, 2022

Your merchandise was made in a sweatshop. Now what?

When it comes to supply chain ethics, retailers may no longer be able to cede responsibility to the brands they sell.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 14, 2022

Lovesac makes strides in sourcing outside of China

The country used to make up most of the furniture maker's production capacity. Now it's around 30%.

By Kate Magill • Dec. 14, 2022

Joann reports third quarter loss, suspends dividend

After a disappointing Q3 financial performance, the crafts retailer wants to achieve $200 million in cost savings by 2025.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 14, 2022

What is Revlon’s next chapter?

The brand was exploring a sale even before the pandemic, but the current environment isn’t ideal for a bankrupt company trying to figure out next steps. 

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 14, 2022