Blueland raises $20M as it pushes into personal care

The DTC cleaning brand plans to use the funds to expand into new categories and grow its retail presence.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 18, 2022

Walmart shrugs off disruption as US comps grow 5.6%

Despite a slowdown in e-commerce and over $400 million in supply chain costs in Q4, the retailer grew its sales and made a pile from non-retail income. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 17, 2022

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The 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, Visa resolve fee dispute

Although the dispute was tied to Visa cards originating in the U.K., the agreement was global in scope. 

By Jonathan Berr • Feb. 17, 2022

Hasbro investor calls for gaming spinoff and board shakeup

Alta Fox Capital is not playing around, saying Thursday that its five nominees have deep knowledge of the toy maker's Wizards of the Coast universe.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 17, 2022

Allbirds launches resale program for used footwear

Shoes in good condition will earn a $20 store credit and will be resold on the brand's site at reduced prices, starting at $59.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 17, 2022

Crocs revenue hits record $2.3B in 2021

With the clog maker poised to close on its acquisition of the Heydude footwear brand, it's now eyeing $6 billion in revenue by 2026. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 16, 2022

Retailers add core business strategy to tech duties

Central technology roles are changing in retail as executives tackle operation improvements, the supply chain and consumer experience.

By Roberto Torres • Feb. 16, 2022

Grabango adds another c-store partner for its checkout-free tech

The startup's frictionless checkout system will appear in two Mapco convenience stores in Tennessee later in 2022.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 16, 2022

Grubhub expands convenience channel Grubhub Goods nationwide

The service will offer delivery from more than 3,000 locations across the country and follows a successful pilot with 7-Eleven. 

By Alicia Kelso • Feb. 16, 2022

Kohl’s plans 400 Sephora shop-in-shops for 2022

The companies are also adding six more prestige beauty brands to the assortment as they look to expand the concept.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 15, 2022

Wayfair taps Nike, Target vet as new supply chain chief

Sean Halligan joins the online home goods specialist in a tough operating environment, and after years of shipping and fulfillment costs eating up profits.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 15, 2022

Levi's brand chief quits over activism against pandemic restrictions

Jen Sey wrote that she turned down $1 million in severance in order to speak out, saying the denim retailer is "trapped trying to please the mob."

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 15, 2022

Victoria's Secret's new Love Cloud collection aims for diversity, comfort

The lingerie stalwart said the merchandise and accompanying campaign reflect its new "commitment to welcoming and celebrating all women."

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 15, 2022

Selling out: What retail leaders need to know before striking a deal with private equity

As Kohl's and others field bids, it's worth noting that more than 40% of past buyouts and acquisitions have gone bankrupt.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 15, 2022

Walmart, Amazon nix mask policies for vaccinated employees

Two giants of the industry have quickly responded to a steep drop in COVID-19 case counts. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 14, 2022

Petco taps company veteran as chief merchandising officer

Amy College, who also has two decades of merchandising experience at Best Buy, will have private labels in focus as the retailer's turnaround continues.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 14, 2022

'Our turnaround is now complete': Mattel takes victory lap after year of turbulence and growth

The toy maker grew sales, took market share and overcame supply chain disruptions in 2021, and is eyeing more growth ahead. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 14, 2022

Gopuff names new head of international business

Bryan Batista, who was previously CEO of Rentalcars.com, will spearhead the instant delivery company's growth in key markets like London and Paris.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 14, 2022

What the Amazon union do-over in Alabama means for the future of retail

U.S. consumers, especially younger ones, harbor new expectations about the workplace that businesses may not be able to ignore.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 14, 2022

Bark teams up with Walmart as it builds out its wholesale network

The partnership builds on the company's existing retail network, which includes Target, Costco and Petco, and puts its products in over 33,000 U.S. stores.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 11, 2022

Urban Outfitters taps Club Monaco vet to lead namesake brand

The company's fourth quarter momentum petered out in January as shipping costs weighed on margins and traffic to stores fell off.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 11, 2022

Supply chain challenges a 'speed bump' to Under Armour's growth

Turnaround efforts are bearing fruit, but freight expenses are eating into margins.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 11, 2022

CVS to spend up to $3B on digital features

The retailer wants to improve its tech offerings as it scales back its brick-and-mortar operations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 11, 2022

Mastercard teams with fintechs on small business card

The new card will be geared toward business owners who struggle to access credit and growth capital.

By Caitlin Mullen • Feb. 10, 2022

Activists suggest Kohl's met with Amazon

Macellum Advisors, slamming the retailer's handling of takeover interest, has also nominated 10 candidates to its board.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 10, 2022