Is Amazon done disrupting retail?

The e-commerce giant is looking past the industry to expand its reach, and rivals have figured out ways to compete.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 5, 2022

3 ways to use AI to drive significant ecommerce profits

Can AI and machine learning boost sales and margins? The answer is absolutely "yes." Find out how.

By Nicolas Darveau-Garneau, Chief Growth and Strategy Officer at Coveo • Dec. 5, 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

Amazon launches supply chain visibility tool to help users pool data

The cloud application, now in use by Whole Foods and Lifetime Brands, aims to help companies more quickly respond to changing market conditions.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 2, 2022

Aviator Nation unveils first pop-up shop in New York

More DTC brands are turning to physical storefronts to increase sales and market themselves to new customers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 2, 2022

Ulta ‘uniquely positioned’ to weather inflation

CEO Dave Kimbell said the retailer has seen no evidence of trading down and is benefiting from its wide array of price points.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 2, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Supreme ties up with True Religion and could Bezos come back?

The 22-piece collection features a denim trucker jacket, among other items. Meanwhile, one observer questions if Jeff Bezos could reprise his CEO role.

By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 2, 2022

Urban Outfitters president exits after less than a year

Francis Pierrel, who was previously the CEO of Club Monaco, left the retailer after starting the position in February.

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 2, 2022

10 of the biggest retail stories in 2022

From potential bankruptcies to off-price retailer turmoil, this year came with macroeconomic pressures for companies across the board.

By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 2, 2022

Walgreens launches 24-hour same-day delivery

The pharmacy chain has enlisted multiple delivery platforms to carry out its same-day deliveries in recent years.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 2, 2022

Victoria’s Secret is leaning on discounts to get through the holiday

CEO Martin Waters said consumer caution will make it “a tough December across retail,” but some of the lingerie giant’s challenges are its own.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 1, 2022

Amazon touts record Black Friday weekend sales

However, the retailer declined to share exact figures from the shopping event.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 1, 2022

Dollar General’s sales up 11%, but costs are still tempering profits

Earnings at the discounter missed estimates, and the company lowered its guidance for the year as supply chain costs and sales mix weigh on margins. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 1, 2022

Foot Locker opens $40M Nevada distribution center for West Coast

The facility will serve more than 300 stores and cut shipping times in the region by more than 50%.

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 1, 2022

FedEx and Cart.com launch data-sharing alliance for e-commerce fulfillment

The logistics giant gains a deeper look into pre-purchase behaviors, while the e-commerce platform gets access to post-purchase insights.

By Max Garland • Dec. 1, 2022

House passes bills to avert US rail shutdown, add paid sick leave

The vote comes just two days after President Joe Biden urged congressional intervention, warning “a rail shutdown would devastate our economy.”

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 1, 2022

Foot Locker retools C-suite under Mary Dillon

The retailer brought on another Ulta veteran in Elliott Rodgers, who is set to become its new COO, while the company’s CFO is headed out. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 30, 2022

H&M slashes 1,500 jobs in cost-cutting effort

The fast-fashion retailer's profits have been hit by rising prices and a strong dollar, and expense reductions could save some $190 million each year.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 30, 2022

Claire’s opens shops in Macy’s stores

Starting this month, the accessories retailer can be found at more than 20 of the department store’s locations, including eight flagships.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 29, 2022

American Eagle Outfitters hints at new men’s sub-brand

The line will bring “innovation and newness to our men’s business” and prelaunch tests have been encouraging, according to company executives.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 29, 2022

Patagonia demands injunction, damages over Gap fleece designs

The outdoor gear brand said it has previously warned Gap to stop copying its designs, which even one Gap customer flagged as a “ripoff.”

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 28, 2022

Sephora names Guillaume Motte its next CEO

Motte, who used to be CEO of the beauty retailer’s Europe and Middle East division, starts in January.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 28, 2022

Showfields opens location in Washington, DC

The new store is based in the bustling Georgetown neighborhood where multiple direct-to-consumer brands have set up shop.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 28, 2022

Target expands Starbucks curbside pickup service

In addition to the partnership, the retailer has been investing in operations and growing its Ulta shop-in-shop locations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 28, 2022

Lowe’s expands use of market delivery model for large products

The home improvement retailer has converted eight regions, covering more than half of its stores, to the new approach.

By Max Garland • Nov. 28, 2022

Reverse logistics for apparel: Automation does it better

The reverse logistics process is a time-consuming and costly undertaking for businesses. How can automation address the challenges of reverse logistics?

Nov. 28, 2022