Etsy will invest $25M each year for new purchase protection policy

The marketplace says the program will benefit sellers and buyers alike. Meanwhile, a group of artisans has formed a nonprofit guild.

By Daphne Howland • June 6, 2022

Amazon's consumer chief to leave after 23 years

Dave Clark has led teams that "built out Amazon's transportation network from scratch," CEO Andy Jassy said. Clark will become CEO of Flexport.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated June 8, 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

Retail is fundamentally bad for the environment. And doing better isn't easy.

Improving sustainability is a web of complexity for retailers. Ultimately, it may mean sidelining growth.

By Cara Salpini • June 6, 2022

The power of more Curiously Human™ digital experiences in retail

LivePerson’s AI-powered Conversational Cloud™ helps brands build meaningful relationships with their consumers, while delivering real business outcomes.

June 6, 2022

Lululemon plans retro, hiking products

The athletics retailer also launched the second product in its footwear offering after the popularity of its running shoe drove out of stocks.

By Cara Salpini • June 3, 2022

The Honest Company hires EVP of operations, R&D

The DTC brand has hired new executive leaders to steer future growth following its 2021 IPO.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 3, 2022

American Eagle's logistics arm adds Saks Off Fifth, Fanatics as customers

Six months after announcing its Quiet Logistics acquisition, the retailer is on the hunt for more clients.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 3, 2022

Walmart plots 4 new 'next generation' fulfillment centers

The facilities incorporate an automated storage and retrieval system while also employing 4,000 new workers, and could serve 75% of the U.S.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 3, 2022

Wilson opens second New York store

Its third location overall, the Upper East Side store lets shoppers rent out equipment before purchasing it.

By Cara Salpini • June 3, 2022

Levi's aims for $10B in revenue in 5 years

The company has set ambitious goals based on diversifying its portfolio and boosting DTC sales, while relying on the longevity of its flagship denim.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2022

Fashionphile opens authentication center, showroom in NYC

The 60,000-square-foot space allows consumers to shop in person, and also houses procurement offices for customers looking to sell.

By Dani James • June 2, 2022

Another Enjoy Technology CFO out as it faces cash crisis

The commerce-at-home company — led by former J.C. Penney CEO Ron Johnson — can't keep up with its spiraling costs.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 2, 2022

What Trunk Club's demise says about apparel subscriptions

Customers who engage with Nordstrom's stylists, online or in stores, spend more time and money at the retailer. So it's going outside the box.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2022

Foot Locker hires first chief strategy and transformation officer

Neil Bansal brings experience in digital, innovation and strategy, as the retailer focuses on diversifying its brands and integrating recent acquisitions.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 2, 2022

Dollar General names 11 new executives as it springs ahead

The appointments include a trio of new senior vice presidents who will oversee real estate, private label and distribution.

By Sam Silverstein • June 2, 2022

Amazon says it is 'inappropriately' targeted by big tech legislation

The company says its customers would be hurt by bills in the House and Senate, which target conflicts of interest at major tech platforms. 

By Ben Unglesbee • June 1, 2022

Dia & Co. snaps up luxury plus-size retailer 11 Honoré

The acquisition moves the inclusive apparel company into the luxury space.

By Daphne Howland • June 1, 2022

Apparel retailers get squeezed in Q1

Sales were up at many players, but so were inventories. Meanwhile, margins and profits are down.

By Daphne Howland • June 1, 2022

Victoria's Secret finances 'historic' settlement with garment workers

A loan from the brand has helped employees laid off from a factory in Thailand get severance owed to them for more than a year. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 31, 2022

In boon to retail, office workers and tourists are heading back downtown

Nordstrom and Glossier are among the retailers following a recovery pattern described in a recent report from commercial real estate firm JLL.

By Daphne Howland • May 31, 2022

As it expands wholesale presence, Allbirds inks deal to sell in Nordstrom

The DTC brand, which in 2018 was featured in the department store's Pop-In@Nordstrom concept, is quickly adding to its roster of wholesale partners.

By Caroline Jansen • May 31, 2022

Intermix CEO exits

Jyothi Rao is leaving the company, while board member and former CEO of Neiman Marcus Group, Karen Katz, is stepping in as interim CEO. 

By Kaarin Moore • May 31, 2022

Dollar General piloting self-checkout-only stores

The test will involve about 200 of the discount retailer's 18,000-plus locations and run throughout 2022, Chief Operating Officer Jeff Owen said. 

By Sam Silverstein • May 31, 2022

The running list of major retail deals

In May alone, Andie made its first acquisition, E.l.f Beauty snapped up Rhode and Skechers went private.

By Retail Dive Staff • Updated June 9, 2025

Spontaneous summer: How retailers can capitalize on increased tourism and longer stays

Consumer data indicates retail marketers have a window of magnified opportunity to leverage summer travel behaviors to boost in-store traffic and profits.

May 31, 2022