Misfits Market to close 3 fulfillment centers following Imperfect Foods acquisition

The online grocer will rely on smaller facilities to service customers as it streamlines operations.

By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2023

As inflation wears on, should retailers push back on supplier costs?

Commodity prices have fallen from their peaks, suggesting there is room to negotiate. But there's some risk in asking vendors to lower rates.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 27, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

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

The running list of major retail bankruptcies

In the back half of 2025, At Home announced a bankruptcy exit plan, Claire’s filed and found a new owner, and American Signature entered Chapter 11 on the back of a “severe” housing market decline.

By Retail Dive Staff • Updated Nov. 25, 2025

Farfetch CFO to exit in 2023

The London-based luxury fashion retailer is hunting for a successor as CFO Elliot Jordan is poised to depart after eight years.

By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 24, 2023

Amazon joins India’s experimental open-source e-commerce network

The ONDC initiative aims to ensure that giant companies don’t monopolize e-commerce, and Amazon may be better off joining than fighting it.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 24, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: REI rolls out new product standards and Skechers teams with Diane von Furstenberg

The outdoor retailer is asking brand partners to set emissions reduction targets. Meanwhile, the shoe brand’s latest collaboration features “Endless Kisses.”

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 24, 2023

Birdy Grey hires Eloquii co-founder as COO

Steve Zawada’s appointment comes after the DTC bridal brand named a CFO in October.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 24, 2023

Ipsy, BoxyCharm consolidate under one brand

The beauty subscription brands previously operated as separate businesses under parent company Beauty for All Industries. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 24, 2023

Wayfair cancels plans for Houston fulfillment center

The move adds further evidence that the furniture retailer's logistics footprint growth will be limited in 2023 amid falling sales.

By Max Garland • Feb. 24, 2023

Bath & Body Works chases sales and profits by slashing costs, leaving the mall

Under a new CEO and amid a tussle with an activist investor, the retailer has hired outside advisers to find ways to expand margins and boost earnings.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 23, 2023

Foot Locker moves exec to interim CFO seat

Robert Higginbotham will take on the additional role while the company hunts for a permanent replacement for departing CFO Andrew Page.

By Elizabeth Flood • Feb. 23, 2023

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

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