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Old Navy struggles with demand planning due to supply chain delays
The Gap-owned retailer is rebalancing its inventory mix after shipping delays left the company with excess product that is "out of sync" with consumers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 17, 2022 -
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Lego to open first US factory
The company’s $1 billion facility in Virginia will help support a supply chain strategy that rapidly responds to changing consumer demand.
By Kaarin Moore • June 16, 2022 -
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TrendlineThe state of retail operations
Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including shrink and pricing.
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Amazon schedules Prime Day for mid-July
Most U.S. Prime members plan to shop the sale, but there’s evidence they’ll be cautious about spending and will also seek out deals at rivals.
By Daphne Howland • June 16, 2022 -
Revlon files for bankruptcy as debt, supply challenges take a toll
After years of hemorrhaging cash, the cosmetics brand aims to reorganize and cut its debt load in Chapter 11.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 16, 2022 -
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Amazon drone delivery to take off in California
The e-commerce giant is still in talks with regulators for the permits it needs to deliver light packages in less than an hour.
By Max Garland • June 15, 2022 -
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Family Dollar to shutter distribution center FDA flagged as rodent-infested
Issues at the Arkansas facility led to a voluntary recall of several product categories and the temporary closure of some 400 stores.
By Max Garland • June 15, 2022 -
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Retailers grapple with e-commerce's drag on profits: report
The online channel is a must, but it’s costly, and scale doesn’t help much, according to research conducted by Ipsos for Publicis Sapient and Salesforce.
By Daphne Howland • June 14, 2022 -
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Expanding its reach, Lululemon now sells hijabs
Two styles debuted last week, with a third expected later this year. The company says all three emphasize performance and versatility.
By Cara Salpini • June 14, 2022 -
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Ocean shipping reform clears Congress, to the cheers of retail groups
The bill, which President Biden indicated he will sign, gives the Federal Maritime Commission more authority to investigate and claw back carrier fees.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 14, 2022 -
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'The rip-off is over': Biden urges shipping reform during Port of Los Angeles visit
The president warned carriers that new regulations, aimed at cracking down on skyrocketing shipping costs, are coming.
By Colin Campbell , Sarah Zimmerman • June 14, 2022 -
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Ulta's Shelley Haus passes away after 'valiant fight' with cancer
The retailer’s chief marketing officer was “an innovative marketer, creative storyteller and a people-first leader who saw beautiful possibilities in everything and everyone,” the company said.
By Cara Salpini • June 14, 2022 -
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PayPal strives to improve checkout
The company aims to improve the checkout experience for both merchants and consumers, with new services being tested this year, CEO Dan Schulman said.
By Lynne Marek • June 14, 2022 -
Revlon reportedly preparing for bankruptcy
The beauty giant has long suffered under billions of dollars in debt, while the pandemic exacerbated its financial struggles.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 13, 2022 -
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Edgewell debuts Gen Z-focused skincare brand, Fieldtrip
The CPG giant, which acquired DTC razor brand Billie last year, is selling Fieldtrip via a DTC website and Amazon to start.
By Cara Salpini • June 13, 2022 -
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Urban Outfitters trims low-profit SKUs to boost margins
Fewer styles and larger orders are among the tactics the company is using to offset rising freight costs.
By Colin Campbell • June 13, 2022 -
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Deep Dive // Sustainability in retailCan investors make retail sustainable?
Lenders and shareholders are tying ESG concerns to the capital they invest. Meanwhile, corporate finance teams in retail lag in leading on sustainability.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 13, 2022 -
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Sponsored by HSBCHere's what passage of the Fashion Act would mean for apparel companies
If passed, the Fashion Act will apply to global apparel and footwear companies with more than $100 million in revenue that do business in New York. In short, almost every big global brand.
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Sponsored by WonoloA hidden source for finding retail workers
To meet productivity needs, retailers need to tap an underused resource: flexible workers.
June 13, 2022 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Target works to rightsize inventory and two CEOs prepare to exit
The big-box retailer shocked analysts by cutting its forecasts on operating margin, and the industry saw two major C-suite departures.
By Retail Dive Staff • June 10, 2022 -
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Stitch Fix misses out on the apparel boom, as losses widen in Q3
The e-retailer is still scrambling to integrate its e-commerce with its legacy box business, but some analysts see problems with its model.
By Daphne Howland • June 10, 2022 -
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Stitch Fix lays off 15% of its salaried workforce
The reduction reflects about 4% of all company roles, mostly non-technology and styling leadership, CEO Elizabeth Spaulding said in a company blog post.
By Daphne Howland • June 9, 2022 -
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Madewell is ‘actively investing’ in menswear as it opens another stand-alone store
The retailer launched another store in Los Angeles on Thursday. And as the market for men’s apparel grows, the company may have perfect timing.
By Kaarin Moore • June 9, 2022 -
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Chico's was ready for its customers in Q1 as sales surged 40%
The conglomerate’s turnaround is paying off, but the second half of the year could be tougher as consumers battle inflation.
By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2022 -
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Dollar General upgrades retail media network, emphasizing rural customers
The discount chain, which has benefited from inflationary trends, is adding new tech partners such as The Trade Desk in the race to secure more brand dollars.
By Peter Adams • June 8, 2022 -
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Top Walmart executives talk inflation, labor and supply chain challenges
At a recent investor Q&A, company leaders detailed how they’re tackling headwinds like cost pressure and shared how they aim to leverage Walmart+.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 8, 2022
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