Draper James RSVP debuts at Kohl's

Reese Witherspoon's brand Draper James launched an exclusive collection that is now available in 500 Kohl's stores. 

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 24, 2022

Walmart launches beauty accelerator, Walmart Start

The goal of the program is to prepare up-and-comers in the space to debut in over 1,000 of the mass merchant's stores.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 24, 2022

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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

Home Depot, Lowe's sales lap pandemic highs

While overall demand wanes, the biggest retailers in the sector posted strong gains as consumers invested in their homes around the holidays.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 23, 2022

Target to test Starbucks orders, returns with curbside pickup

The retailer will debut the features this fall in select cities as its same-day services continue to expand.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 23, 2022

TJX cruises past pre-pandemic sales levels

The retailer took a hit from freight and other costs, but may benefit from inflation-wary consumers seeking refuge in off-price.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 23, 2022

Brands may need retailers more than they realize

Selling directly to consumers is all the rage, but brands rejecting wholesale could be missing out on sales and margin advantages.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 22, 2022

Brandon Maxwell unveils first collections with Walmart

The fashion designer was brought on last year as the creative director for the retailer's Free Assembly and Scoop brands. 

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 22, 2022

Macy's rejects e-commerce spinoff as it looks to build on digital growth

The retailer's CEO cited risks to its customers and brands from breaking out its digital business as a stand-alone company.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 22, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond brings on digital-focused execs to build out omnichannel strategy

In addition to the new hires, the home retailer named Stitch Fix's COO Minesh Shah to its board of directors.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 22, 2022

Postal Service courts small shippers with next-day local delivery service

The launch of Connect Local gives smaller businesses access to the same offering USPS has provided to larger shippers, an agency executive said.

By Max Garland • Feb. 22, 2022

'We can go further': HanesBrands trims SKUs by 30% in past 2 years

The company also consolidated suppliers to cut costs, and it plans to add distribution capacity to grow its DTC business.

By Colin Campbell • Feb. 22, 2022

Justice Department to probe companies exploiting supply chain issues

The DOJ's Antitrust Division, in collaboration with the FBI, is taking steps to root out collusion "in industries particularly affected by supply disruptions."

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 22, 2022

What does wellness mean for beauty?

When almost anything can be considered wellness, retailers have plenty of room to expand. Here's how the concept is changing what we define as beauty.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 22, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Ulta adds former Sam’s Club COO to board and retailers shift mask policies

The beauty retailer refreshed its board with two new directors, while major retailers like Walmart and Amazon removed mask mandates for vaccinated employees.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 18, 2022

Dollar Tree's executive chairman to retire

Bob Sasser joined the discounter more than two decades ago. His departure could smooth tensions with an activist investor. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 18, 2022

Wayfair builds out tech team with hires from Target, Google

The furniture retailer is plotting a physical store expansion as it streamlines its digital and supply chain operations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 18, 2022

Reebok to bring exclusive footwear to Foot Locker in expanded partnership

Authentic Brands CEO Jamie Salter said Foot Locker is "an essential part" of the brand's growth strategy and will receive some of its most iconic products.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 18, 2022

Walmart to carry new Gen Z-focused Bonobos line

With a lower price point and more casual vibe, Bonobos Fielder will be incorporated into 250 Walmart stores.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 18, 2022

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

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