The Backroom: A sit-down with Ron Johnson

The retail veteran shares his journey with Apple, the infamous stint with J.C. Penney and more ahead of the release of his memoir, “Shop Different.”

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 27, 2026

Burlington CEO calls using tariff refunds to cut prices ‘the right thing to do’

Michael O’Sullivan expects discounts to be widespread in the second half of the year, so lower prices will help struggling customers and protect market share, he told analysts Thursday.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

The state of retail operations

Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including brick-and-mortar expansion and fulfillment. 

By Retail Dive staff

Sur La Table launches peer-to-peer marketplace

The kitchenware retailer is partnering with resale technology platform Archive to power its Second Servings venture.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 27, 2026

Kohl’s expands home assortment with Martha Stewart, Bobby Flay

The retailer will offer cookware and kitchen appliances from the two household names with an eye toward value, functionality and design. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 27, 2026

The FTC is turning its sights on personalized pricing. What does it mean for customers?

The Federal Trade Commission is seeking comments on the practice, giving businesses yet another reason to be wary of implementing personalized or surveillance pricing.

By Kristen Doerer • Aug. 26, 2026

Take a look inside the new Barnes & Noble in Chicago

As the retailer builds out its store footprint, a location in the heart of the Illinois city is keeping readers in The Loop.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 26, 2026

Bath & Body Works CEO: ‘2026 remains an investment year’

Although Q2 net sales declined, they came in better than expected as the company pushes forward with its transformation strategy.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 26, 2026

Target to host in-store event for Beauty Studio launch

The new concept, which debuts about a month after the mass merchant's deal with Ulta Beauty ended, aims to strengthen sales in the category.

By Dani James • Aug. 26, 2026

Walmart goes all in on boho style with new private label

Scenario will launch in all stores across five departments, representing one of the broadest category footprints in Walmart Fashion.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 25, 2026

Walmart to accept Apple Pay, Google Pay

The retailer will finally allow the tap-to-pay options at select Walmart and Sam’s Club stores, with plans to roll out to all locations by the end of the year.

By Lynne Marek , Kaarin Moore • Aug. 25, 2026

Walmart expands 30-minutes-or-less delivery as speed woos shoppers

Despite added charges for faster fulfillment, customers are flocking to the retailer's roster of quick delivery options, executives said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 24, 2026

Gap Inc. taps Walmart alum in ‘fashiontainment’ push

Justin Breton is joining the retailer as vice president of development and will report to entertainment chief Pam Kaufman.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 24, 2026

Walmart communications chief to depart after 3 years

Allyson Park’s tenure was marked by intense change at the retail giant, including the departure of longtime CEO Doug McMillon.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 24, 2026

How peak design freed its finance team from manual AR

There are manual approaches to accounts receivable, and then there’s how Peak Design used to do it.

By Adam Perrotta • Aug. 24, 2026

Stop guessing. Start knowing: why retailers need one pool of inventory.

Stop siloing your inventory. See how one pool reveals true demand and increases margins.

Aug. 24, 2026

In off price, Ross is the new boss

Store comps at the off-price retailer soared 10% in Q2, thanks to new and returning customers, in sharp contrast to major rival TJX Cos.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 21, 2026

Roots to be acquired by Roberto Cavalli parent company

The outdoor retailer will go private in a deal led by Marquee Brands that is designed to ensure it “remains anchored in Canadian culture.”

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 21, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Target’s home turnaround and Macy’s 100th parade countdown

Long lead times in the category mean a rebound will take time. Meanwhile, the department store is setting its sights on its centennial Thanksgiving Day Parade.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 21, 2026

Home Depot rolls out express delivery in 3 hours or less across US

The service covers thousands of SKUs and uses more than 2,000 U.S. stores as fulfillment hubs.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 21, 2026

Victoria’s Secret reshapes tech leadership

Former Foot Locker executive Adrian Butler will oversee technology and former Starbucks CTO Gerri Martin-Flickinger will sit on the board.

By Paige Gross • Aug. 21, 2026

Walmart’s stores have ‘evolved’ as e-commerce grows

CFO John David Rainey said brick and mortar is vital as retail becomes more omnichannel. Meanwhile, Walmart's Q2 U.S. comps were softened by drug pricing regulation.

By Dani James • Aug. 20, 2026

Lululemon says it has ‘talented teams and leaders in place’ as communications chief exits

Bill Chandler will leave the company just days before incoming CEO Heidi O’Neill arrives.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Aug. 20, 2026

TJX blames merchandising missteps for rare miss in the US, but is that the whole story?

Some analysts believe the off-price retailer is also suffering the consequences of stiffer competition and consumers’ resistance to price increases.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 20, 2026

Amazon to expand drone delivery reach sixfold this year

The e-commerce giant will soon launch Prime Air deliveries in metro Atlanta, Chicago and Cleveland, giving customers another fast shipping option.

By Max Garland • Aug. 20, 2026

Lowe’s cuts outlook as DIY spending remains pressured

Growth in Pro, home services and online sales helped the home improvement retailer eke out a 0.2% comp increase.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 19, 2026