Walmart refreshes its approach to underwear with new intimates line

The company sunset its Secret Treasures private label and introduced Joyspun — a new take on underwear and sleepwear with a focus on inclusivity.

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 24, 2022

The North Face to open over 70 stores in North America

The brand is also adding up to 300 additional retail and partner locations globally in the next five years.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 24, 2022

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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Deflated expectations for Amazon in the post-Jeff Bezos era

Rising costs, disappointing Prime sales and inflation are leading some analysts to temper their projections ahead of the e-commerce giant’s Q3 report.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2022

Make a list and check it thrice: 3 last-mile delivery risks to watch for this peak season

Performing when the pressure is on starts with being prepared to effectively manage the extra risk that comes with the year-end surge in demand.

Oct. 24, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Peloton’s chief people officer to exit and Home Depot launches jobseeker marketplace

The at-home fitness brand recently saw other executives depart, and the home improvement store looks to connect with pros.

By Retail Dive Staff • Oct. 21, 2022

Adidas cuts guidance (again) amid inventory pileup

Any hope that the markdown mayhem of this year would be over by the holidays is fading. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 21, 2022

Purple hires new chief marketer

Keira Krausz starts the position on Nov. 1, replacing Patrice Varni who is leaving the DTC company after a little more than a year. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 21, 2022

What Simon Property Group’s latest move says about the future of malls

The giant shopping center REIT’s newly acquired 50% stake in mixed-use developer Jamestown suggests the traditional mall’s days are numbered.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 20, 2022

Hasbro suffers as inventory hangover eats into profits in Q3

The toy giant took a 31% hit to operating profit in its consumer products segment while price-wary consumers pulled back on purchases.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 20, 2022

Amazon extends UPS as option for seller-fulfilled returns

The e-commerce giant previously told merchants the partnership would add convenience and encourage shoppers to buy more.

By Max Garland • Oct. 20, 2022

Skip the line: Advanced checkout tech is surging among c-stores

From self checkout machines to stores with no physical checkout at all, the options are growing for improving the shopping experience.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 20, 2022

Over a third of retail execs are taking measures to clear inventory: study

Nearly all of the execs surveyed said increased promotions and availability guarantees were part of their holiday plans.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 19, 2022

Asos overhauls operations as apparel demand becomes unpredictable

The fast-fashion company is disappointed in its overseas results, especially in the U.S., where Nordstrom has exclusive distribution of its Topshop brand.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 19, 2022

Target vet joins REI as VP of stores, retail operations

Mary-Farrel Tarbox joins REI with more than 30 years of retail experience, including at Crate and Barrel and Bed Bath & Beyond.

By Cara Salpini • Oct. 19, 2022

Target’s Deal Days event drives an uptick in store traffic: report

The retailer saw a 3.2% bump in footfall during its October holiday sale event, according to Placer.ai.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 19, 2022

Amazon opens second Style fashion store

An Amazon Style is now open in Columbus, Ohio, and uses technology to personalize the shopping experience. 

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 19, 2022

PayPal launches cash-back rewards program

The digital payments pioneer is trying to rope in customers with rewards via a new loyalty program.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 19, 2022

Michaels downgraded at S&P as pandemic craft boom wanes

With consumers pulling back on discretionary spending and changing their habits, the retailer is under pressure after last year’s leveraged buyout. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 18, 2022

Nordstrom in search of new finance chief at a tricky time

Anne Bramman arrived five years ago and oversaw a volatile period, including the family’s attempt to take the department store private.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 18, 2022

At Home launches mobile app

The retailer also expanded same-day delivery services to all store locations ahead of the holidays.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 18, 2022

Conn’s CEO exits after just over a year

Former CEO Norman Miller took on the role of interim chief executive following the departure of Chandra Holt, who joined the retailer last year from Walmart.

By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 18, 2022

Shein jumps into resale

The fast-fashion site has launched a way for its U.S. customers to buy and sell secondhand items via its mobile app.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 17, 2022

Goat Group agrees to buy streetwear marketplace Grailed

The sneaker resale site is chasing growth after evolving into a hub of secondhand and new fashion, including apparel and accessories.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 17, 2022

After years of litigation, Toys R Us’ creditors reach resolution with former execs

A judge approved a settlement in a lawsuit brought by suppliers and others the toy retailer owed money to when it collapsed in bankruptcy. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 17, 2022

Bonobos appoints new CEO

John Hutchison held leadership positions at The North Face, Nike and TRX. He fills the role Micky Onvural exited in January.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 17, 2022