‘A new TreeHouse’: Private label giant builds for success by thinking small, CEO says

Steve Oakland said the snacks and beverages manufacturer has become more focused to better address the needs of retailers like Walmart and Amazon.

By Christopher Doering • July 5, 2023

The Home Depot launches $500M cost-savings plan

Savings will focus on fixed operating expenses like supply chain holding capacity amid a decline in sales.

By Max Garland • July 5, 2023

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Inside retail supply chains

Companies look to trim expenses and streamline operations during a crutial year for supply chain management. 

By Retail Dive staff

Shein denies report of filed IPO

Reuters reported that the fast-fashion giant had quietly registered to become publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange.

By Laurel Deppen • June 30, 2023

Retailers brace for hit to discretionary spending, holiday sales as Supreme Court nixes student loan forgiveness

Apparel, home goods and electronics will likely be impacted the most as households pull back further in order to pay down debt.

By Daphne Howland • June 30, 2023

Nike breaks $50B in revenue as it warms back up to wholesale

CEO John Donahoe said recent shifts back into DSW and Macy’s were “simply an extension” of the retailer’s existing strategy.

By Cara Salpini • June 30, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Kohl’s rolls out small-format Sephora shops, Dollar General expands board

The Sephora at Kohl’s expansion continues with a smaller footprint in some locations, while the dollar store’s board now has 10 members. 

By Retail Dive Staff • June 30, 2023

BuyBuy Baby gets a bid from one of its vendors

Dream on Me, which runs a direct-to-consumer business and sells baby gear through the Bed Bath & Beyond-owned retailer, is a stalking horse bidder, according to bankruptcy court documents.

By Daphne Howland • June 30, 2023

Too Faced, Smashbox undergo layoffs

The makeup brands — which are both owned by Estée Lauder — will lay off select employees in California effective Aug. 15.

By Dani James • June 30, 2023

Alex and Ani closes 20 stores

Seven of the jewelry company’s stores will remain open as it continues to explore options that support its updated business model.

By Dani James • June 29, 2023

Overstock to rebrand itself as Bed Bath & Beyond

The online-only retailer is moving quickly to remake itself with a name it says better resonates with customers and vendors.

By Nate Delesline III • June 29, 2023

Walgreens to close 150 stores in the US

With sales down in part due to lower demand for COVID-19 vaccines and tests, the retailer is also closing 300 stores in the U.K.

By Daphne Howland • June 29, 2023

All Staples locations to accept Amazon returns

With the addition of Staples, the e-commerce giant now has over 8,000 drop-off locations for returns in the U.S. 

By Kaarin Moore • June 29, 2023

The Backroom: Target’s silent Pride Month

The team talks about the realities of the backlash, including who is fomenting it and how other retailers’ Pride campaigns stack up.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 29, 2023

Dollar Tree is rolling out groceries priced up to $5

At its annual investor conference last week, the discount retailer said it’s introducing higher-priced goods in categories like bread, ice cream and general merchandise at thousands of stores.

By Peyton Bigora • June 29, 2023

Boohoo states Revolution Beauty board behaved ‘inappropriately,’ pushes for general meeting

The fashion retailer’s request comes one day after Revolution Beauty reappointed several board directors against Boohoo’s interests.

By Dani James • June 28, 2023

Vans taps Drieke Leenknegt as marketing chief

Leenknegt is moving over from another VF Corp. brand, Timberland, and also did a stint as a marketing executive at Nike.

By Daphne Howland • June 28, 2023

Under Armour CEO overhauls C-suite

Chief Operating Officer Colin Browne, who also served as interim CEO, is leaving the company, as is Chief Product Officer Lisa Collier.

By Nate Delesline III • June 28, 2023

Amazon wants package delivery help from thousands of small businesses

"Hub Delivery" program partners, which could include small business owners like florists or plumbers, will commit to delivering 20 to 50 packages daily for local customers.

By Max Garland • June 28, 2023

Heyday names new CEO

The skin care services brand appointed Levain veteran Andy Taylor as its chief executive, replacing co-founder Adam Ross.

By Caroline Jansen • June 27, 2023

Inform Act ‘a significant dose of help’ against organized retail crime

The Inform Act went into effect Tuesday. It holds online marketplaces accountable for transparency regarding third-party sellers.

By Nate Delesline III • June 27, 2023

The Children’s Place vet joins Claire’s as chief merchandising officer

Claudia Lima-Guinehut also worked with Destination Maternity, Zara, Camuto Group, Ralph Lauren and Fifth & Pacific Companies

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 27, 2023

JVN, Biossance owner enacts layoffs as CEO resigns

After 16 years, John Melo has left the beauty and technology company Amyris as it implements a strategic transformation plan to reduce costs.

By Dani James • June 27, 2023

Target bolsters last-mile delivery reach with first extension facility

The Smyrna, Georgia, facility expands the retailer’s next-day delivery in the Atlanta market to an additional 500,000 customers.

By Max Garland • June 27, 2023

Amazon reopening Seller Fulfilled Prime enrollment after extended pause

The company paused enrollment in the program due to challenges meeting customer expectations.

By Max Garland • June 26, 2023

Chico’s announces $100M stock repurchase program

The women’s fashion apparel retailer reported a small slide in its Q1 net sales, which fell to $534.7 million.

By Nate Delesline III • June 26, 2023