Dollar General CEO to retire

Chief Operating Officer Jeffery Owen, who started as a store manager trainee in 1992, is set to take over the chief executive spot. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 12, 2022

Gap Inc. CEO Sonia Syngal steps down

Board chair Bob Martin has taken her place in the interim. Also, Walmart Canada chief Horacio Barbeito will lead Old Navy as of Aug. 1.

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2022

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

Bath & Body Works changes return policy

In its updated guidelines the company will not allow the return or exchange of products that show excessive wear and tear.

By Kaarin Moore • July 11, 2022

Discover @ Kohl's to feature diverse, women-owned brands at 600 stores

The department store just turned away a takeover bid. Now it's joining the likes of Macy’s, Target and Walmart in overhauling its merchandising tactics.

By Daphne Howland • July 11, 2022

Shoe companies pause hiring and investing as they brace for weaker sales

Concerns have shifted from supply chain to inflation and consumer behavior, according to the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 11, 2022

Are sustainable returns possible in the mattress industry?

The products are big and bulky, making return logistics a complex operations problem for mattress retailers. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 11, 2022

Grove Collaborative strikes wholesale deal with Kohl's

The cleaning and personal care brand also expanded its distribution to grocery retailers Meijer and Giant Eagle.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 8, 2022

GameStop fires CFO, reportedly plans layoffs

The retailer has cycled through two top executives hired under Chairman Ryan Cohen, and is cutting corporate staff as it bets on the future of gaming.

By Ben Unglesbee • July 8, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Ulta, The Allure Store partner and UK antitrust watchdog takes on Amazon

Ulta announced a pop-up with the retail arm of the magazine, and Amazon is being investigated over its marketplace practices. 

By Retail Dive Staff • July 8, 2022

Athleta plots its first outlet stores

Two locations are set to open by the fall as the athletics brand works to build out its footprint. 

By Cara Salpini • July 8, 2022

How retailers are approaching cryptocurrency payments

Rivals Pacsun and American Eagle Outfitters have similar target audiences but are approaching the rising popularity of digital currency differently.

By Dani James • July 7, 2022

Walmart merges in-home grocery delivery service with Walmart+

The retailer has also expanded InHome to cities including Miami, Dallas and San Francisco, in a move that almost doubles its geographic reach.

By Sam Silverstein • July 7, 2022

Inflation the latest challenge for malls

The retail model was on the decline even before the pandemic. Now shoppers are staying away again as gas prices rise, according to Placer.ai research.

By Daphne Howland • July 7, 2022

Adore Me's uphill battle against fakes on Amazon

The DTC lingerie company says the e-commerce giant drags its feet because it wants the sales that counterfeiters provide.

By Daphne Howland • July 7, 2022

Default risk rises amid consumer pullback and tougher funding environment: S&P

Analysts said “inflation, energy security, geopolitical uncertainty, and rapidly tightening financing conditions are increasingly putting pressure on issuers.”

By Ben Unglesbee • July 7, 2022

Target deepens back-to-school offers amid inventory headaches

The retailer is adding to promotions for students and teachers as back-to-school sales are forecast to exceed pre-pandemic numbers.  

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 7, 2022

Walmart to levy a pickup and fuel charge on some suppliers as transportation costs climb

The charges, starting Aug. 1, come as the retailer looks to pass on rising inflation costs that have dampened profits.

By Max Garland • July 6, 2022

Amazon dangles free Grubhub membership ahead of Prime Day

The e-commerce giant has inked a deal with the struggling food delivery service that includes an opportunity to take a minority stake.

By Daphne Howland • July 6, 2022

Patrik Frisk was tasked with turning around Under Armour. He lasted 2 years.

As CEO, some analysts say he didn't drive enough growth for founder Kevin Plank. So, what is the company looking for next?

By Cara Salpini • July 6, 2022

As costs rise, is an $18 minimum wage the new standard for pay debates?

Beginning in 2028, workers in Hawaii must be paid at least $18 per hour. Nationwide, however, total compensation is likely to increase moving forward.

By Ryan Golden • July 6, 2022

Kohl's turns its attention to its real estate assets

The company once rejected the idea of selling and then leasing back its stores, but with takeover talks over, the retailer seems to be changing its mind.

By Daphne Howland • July 5, 2022

Pursuing global expansion, Lululemon enters Spain

The company plans to quadruple international revenues by 2026. As it pursues growth in Europe, an entry into Italy is also in its sights.

By Cara Salpini • July 5, 2022

La-Z-Boy makes 'structural changes' across supply chain to tackle backlog

The furniture retailer is leasing manufacturing plants in Mexico and adding suppliers to lower lead times.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 5, 2022

With closer scrutiny of apparel manufacturing, policymakers become the real fashion police

Momentum is building to more forcefully regulate the industry, which has poor track records on workers rights and the environment.

By Daphne Howland • July 5, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Bed Bath & Beyond continues executive shakeup and Gucci launches a pet collection

The home retailer appointed a new chief accounting officer and head of treasury. Meanwhile, the luxury brand seeks to bring individuality to pets.

By Retail Dive Staff • July 1, 2022