Beyond names Marcus Lemonis principal executive officer

Dave Nielsen left the role effective Monday. The company also named a COO and elevated its CFO to president.

By Nate Delesline III • March 10, 2025

Cargo theft reaching record levels, prompting calls for congressional action

“I've never seen cargo theft this prevalent,” Robert Howell, chief supply chain officer at Academy Sports and Outdoors, said during a hearing.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 10, 2025

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The latest in experiential retail

From new store concepts to accessibility efforts, retailers are constantly shifting their approach to better cater to shopper needs.

By Retail Dive staff

Wayfair lays off 340 tech employees

The company also plans to close its Technology Development Center in Austin, Texas.

By Caroline Jansen • March 7, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Trade groups sound the alarm on tariffs, L’Oréal sells Carol’s Daughter

RILA, NRF and AAFA all raised red flags about President Trump’s trade policies, while the beauty conglomerate sold the brand it bought a decade ago.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 7, 2025

Walgreens to be acquired in $10B take-private deal

The struggling retail pharmacy chain's nearly 100-year run as a public company could end following an agreement to be purchased by private equity firm Sycamore Partners.

By Emily Olsen • March 7, 2025

Home Depot appoints exec to drive growth with professional customers

Michael Rowe has served with the retailer for nearly 20 years, including as vice president of online, marketing and contractor services for its Canadian arm.

By Howard Ruben • March 7, 2025

Adidas: There is ‘not one Yeezy shoe left in our inventory’

CEO Bjørn Gulden also confirmed 500 jobs at its headquarters are now “obsolete” as it looks to localize operations.

By Cara Salpini • March 7, 2025

Trump extends pause on Mexico, Canada tariffs for some goods

Imports from the countries that are compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

By Philip Neuffer • March 7, 2025

Longtime Tempur Sealy exec named president of Mattress Firm

Steve Rusing, a 30-year veteran of Tempur Sealy, will take over on Monday as newly formed parent Somnigroup International pursues growth.

By Nate Delesline III • March 7, 2025

David’s Bridal wants to be a retail, AI and media powerhouse. And named a new CEO to lead the way

Kelly Cook is now chief executive as the bridal retailer evolves into an asset-light company and enters its “Aisle to Algorithm” era. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 6, 2025

Dollar Tree names Express vet CFO

Stewart Glendinning, former CEO of the apparel retailer, first came to the company in January to lead a review of strategic alternatives for the Family Dollar banner. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 6, 2025

Target plans multiyear merchandise revamp as store openings slow

The retailer will expand assortments in areas like gaming and home, part of a five-year strategic plan to drive more than $15 billion in growth.

By Daphne Howland • March 5, 2025

Foot Locker to refresh 300 stores this year

The retailer will also open 80 of its reimagined store concept in 2025. The changes come alongside hundreds of closures over the years.

By Cara Salpini • March 5, 2025

Best Buy warns tariffs may drive up prices

The consumer electronics retailer saw sales fall and profits plunge in both its fourth quarter and full year.

By Nate Delesline III • March 5, 2025

Nordstrom welcomes SkinSpirit to NYC flagship

The medical aesthetic company will provide skin care and injectable services, as the department store expands the offerings at its Manhattan location. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 5, 2025

Rodan and Fields partners with Ulta

Products from the direct-to-consumer skin care company are now available at 150 Ulta stores nationwide and on its website.

By Kaarin Moore • March 5, 2025

Saks Global: ‘Our decision to close the Neiman Marcus Downtown Dallas store is final’

To solve a ground lease dispute that Saks had blamed for the closure, the city of Dallas worked to gain possession of the deed. A war of words has ensued.

By Daphne Howland • March 4, 2025

Stitch Fix adds Affirm’s buy now, pay later services at checkout

The option will give customers “flexibility and control” over their purchases, as the company continues to bolster services. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 4, 2025

Trump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs

Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.

By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025

Target expects tariffs to pressure profits in Q1

The retailer saw sales slide in the fourth quarter as it faced out-of-stocks and other challenges with in-store experiences.

By Nate Delesline III • March 4, 2025

Gen Z used BNPL more than credit cards over holidays, survey shows

It was the first J.D. Power survey to show that buy now, pay later overtook credit card use among that demographic.

By Patrick Cooley • March 4, 2025

Inflation continues to drive private label growth

Gen Z and millennial shoppers are particularly interested in store brands as they seek out both value and quality, per a Circana study.

By Howard Ruben • March 3, 2025

Trump delays de minimis’ end for Canada, Mexico products

The exemption will remain even with new tariffs set to take effect Tuesday as the White House pursues better methods to collect duties from low-cost goods.

By Max Garland • March 3, 2025

Forever 21 will lay off nearly 700, close headquarters

Nine stores in California and Pennsylvania will close, as Catalyst Brands, which owns the brand’s operations, explores its options.

By Daphne Howland • Updated March 3, 2025

QVC Group focuses on social, streaming growth as revenue continues to slide

After a $1.2 billion annual net loss, the company has struck a deal with CEO David Rawlinson to stay on through 2027 as it pursues a turnaround strategy.

By Nate Delesline III • March 3, 2025