Crocs promotes Adidas vet to lead Heydude

Rupert Campbell arrived at the brand in March and now takes on new responsibilities, following the promotion of former brand chief Terence Reilly.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 17, 2025

Nuuly subscribers can now return items at Urban Outfitters stores

Subscribers to the apparel rental company can see faster processing and instant updates as part of the new service. 

By Howard Ruben • Nov. 17, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Cybercrime groups team with organized crime in massive cargo theft campaigns

Financially motivated hackers are using remote monitoring and access tools against trucking and freight companies, Proofpoint warns.

By David Jones • Nov. 17, 2025

The technical advantage of a specialized issuer processor

Specialized issuer processors deliver legacy-grade reliability and modern innovation without tradeoffs. Issuing is complex. Choose a partner built for it.

Nov. 17, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Spirit Christmas opens and Revlon develops first Champion fragrance

The sister brand of Spirit Halloween opened locations across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions, while Champion's scent collection will debut in 2027.

By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 14, 2025

On says tariff-driven price increases have been ‘very well received’

The athletics brand plans to sell at full price this holiday season and stressed that its affluent customer base is “not price sensitive.”

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 14, 2025

Under Armour breaks with Steph Curry as restructuring program expands

After more than a decade of working together, the NBA star and his Curry Brand will separate from Under Armour.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 14, 2025

Shoe Carnival to rebrand as Shoe Station Group

The change, subject to shareholder approval, comes as 90% of its fleet is expected to operate as Shoe Station stores by the end of fiscal 2028.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 14, 2025

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon to retire, John Furner to succeed

McMillon will step down from the top position in January after more than four decades at the company. He will remain as an adviser through fiscal 2027.

By Dani James • Updated Nov. 14, 2025

Columbia Sportswear names co-presidents as part of long-term succession plan

Peter Bragdon and Joe Boyle will take on the roles, though founding family member Tim Boyle will remain chairman and CEO.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 13, 2025

Retailers struggle to quantify return on in-store tech investments

Over half of North American retailers also can’t keep up with the pace of changing technology, according to a new report. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 13, 2025

Skims valued at $5B as it plans store expansion

The Kim Kardashian-founded brand raised $225 million in a new funding round and hopes to be a mostly physical business in the near future.

By Dani James • Nov. 13, 2025

Funko reiterates going concern warning as profits drop

The toy company in Q3 said that its cash flow may be insufficient to support its working capital needs within the next year.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 12, 2025

Target reduces prices on 3,000 groceries and essentials

The price cuts come as food affordability remains a top concern for consumers, especially with the holiday season nearing.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 12, 2025

Visa, Mastercard reach legal pact with merchants

The legal agreement, if approved by a federal court, could end two decades of litigation between the two biggest U.S. card networks and their merchant clients over credit card interchange fees.

By Justin Bachman and Lynne Marek • Nov. 12, 2025

Amazon takes Haul international through Bazaar app launch

To gain market share from rivals Temu and Shein, the e-commerce giant is expanding the reach of its new app, featuring ultra-low-priced products.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 10, 2025

Ikea profits take a hit from tariffs, affordability effort

Despite the damage to the bottom line, the home goods giant will continue to tamp down prices for franchisees and customers this year.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 10, 2025

Wayfair pilots small-format store in Ohio

The Columbus store, set to open in late 2026, will be about half the size of the brand’s other locations.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 7, 2025

Retail industry remains one of ‘hardest hit’ from 2025 job cuts

The federal government again did not publish its monthly jobs report, but Challenger, Gray & Christmas data shows another period of high layoffs across sectors.

By Dani James • Nov. 7, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Nike vet joins Reebok and could AI boost the mall?

Daniel Schachne, who also has a history with Jordan, will oversee the brand’s growth strategy. Meanwhile, David Simon sees at least one potential benefit from the AI shift.

By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 7, 2025

Under Armour CFO to exit next year

Dave Bergman has spent 21 years with the retailer, nine of them as its financial chief, and will be replaced by Samsonite executive Reza Taleghani.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 6, 2025

Saks Off 5th to close 9 stores, giving Nordstrom another opening

Saks Global says the closures will help refine its off-price business. But its struggles with vendors may have played a role.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2025

Amazon: Better inventory placement fuels record delivery speeds

The e-commerce giant has reduced its U.S. inbound lead time by nearly four days as it pushes for faster shipping capabilities.

By Max Garland • Nov. 6, 2025

Saks Global approaches merger anniversary with a whirlwind of executive changes

Most surprising is last week’s exit of Emily Essner, who was aboard as Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus combined and whose duties just expanded.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2025

Dollar General eyes AI optimization with new role

Former Dropbox executive Travis Nixon joins the discount retailer to integrate the tech across supply chain, store operations and merchandising.

By Dani James • Nov. 5, 2025