Lowe’s to open 5 new stores this year

The first location is set to open this June in Port St. Lucie, Florida, and includes in-store features like enhanced digital signage and QR codes.

By Howard Ruben • April 27, 2026

Hasbro expects March cyberattack to impact second-quarter revenue

The toy maker is reviewing files and working to fully bring certain systems back online. The company will incur some costs related to the investigation.

By David Jones • April 27, 2026

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

In commerce media, the hardest part is getting to “ship it”

Commerce media has no shortage of ideas. The real challenge is getting them to ship.

By Saket Mehta • April 27, 2026

Retailers could close more than 40K stores in the next 5 years

Tariffs and immigration policies are weighing on the industry and could drive even more closures, UBS analysts found.

By Daphne Howland • April 24, 2026

Nike cuts 1,400 jobs across tech, operations

The majority of the layoffs are in the activewear giant’s tech department as it consolidates its footprint and leans into automation.

By Cara Salpini • April 24, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Pat McGrath Labs exits bankruptcy, GameStop bets on ‘retro’

The cosmetics company forged a deal with GDA Luma, while the gaming retailer is expanding its assortment of older products nationwide.

By Retail Dive Staff • April 24, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond will operate stores in California after all

The company will run a dozen combined The Container Store and Bed Bath & Beyond store formats in the state, despite Marcus Lemonis' previous stance.

By Dani James • April 23, 2026

EBay closes San Francisco office

The marketplace giant also eliminated 800 roles earlier this year as it refocuses its operations on fashion, peer-to-peer sales and resale.

By Daphne Howland • April 23, 2026

Sam’s Club launches 1-hour delivery to meet fast shipping demand

The retailer has rolled out its new Express delivery tier to over 600 locations, expanding upon its existing three-hour service.

By Max Garland • April 23, 2026

Lululemon names Nike vet Heidi O’Neill CEO

The executive, who spent almost 30 years at Nike, will take over the top spot in September following Calvin McDonald’s exit earlier this year.

By Cara Salpini • Updated April 22, 2026

Party City launches inside 700 Staples stores

The effort, which includes a selection of balloons and decor, will expand to additional Staples locations by the end of the year. 

By Kaarin Moore • April 22, 2026

Best Buy CEO Corie Barry to step down as sales stagnate

Jason Bonfig will succeed her on Oct. 31. He currently leads the retailer's ads and marketplace businesses as chief customer, product and fulfillment officer.

By Dani James • April 22, 2026

Dollar General names VP of supply chain optimization

Matt Lucas will guide improvements in the retailer's supply chain network, while Kyle Gorman was promoted to vice president of distribution.

By Kelly Stroh • April 22, 2026

Men’s Wearhouse owner aims to rejoin the stock market

Tailored Brands struggled even after its 2020 bankruptcy as the menswear specialist grappled with the pandemic and changing consumer habits.

By Daphne Howland • April 22, 2026

Lululemon launches e-commerce in Mexico, expands brick-and-mortar presence

The company will open eight stores in the country this year, as it continues to push its international operations. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 21, 2026

Primark to be spun off into stand-alone company

Parent company Associated British Foods plans to separate the fashion retailer from its food business before the end of 2027.

By Kaarin Moore • April 21, 2026

Vuori taps Rothy’s exec for first product chief

Heather Archibald, who has also held roles at RH and Gap Inc., will oversee design, merchandising and sourcing for the brand.

By Howard Ruben • April 21, 2026

Amazon allegedly pushed vendors to set higher prices at Target, Walmart

California's attorney general office claims the e-commerce giant worked with brands, including Levi’s and Hanes, to raise prices on products on competitor websites.

By Dani James • April 21, 2026

Uber Eats launches retail returns

The delivery company wants to solve one of the biggest pain points in retail, and is starting with companies like Best Buy and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 20, 2026

Home Depot eyes same-day, next-day delivery site in New York

The potential distribution center in Yaphank, which the retailer is seeking a tax break for, would be part of its wider supply chain investment strategy.

By Max Garland • April 20, 2026

Kendra Scott eyes expansion with first business chief

Adrienne Gernand, a veteran of Gap Inc., will be responsible for expanding the brand’s assortment and global reach.

By Howard Ruben • April 20, 2026

Target to open 6 new stores in May

The mass retailer is leaning into larger store footprints, with most of the new locations topping its average square footage. 

By Dani James • April 20, 2026

Backcountry acquires Coalatree as it debuts brand incubator

The retailer, which bought cycling company Velotech in September, is looking for more partnerships with up-and-coming brands.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 17, 2026

QVC Group follows through on bankruptcy, readies itself for a new live-shopping era

The Chapter 11 process applies only to U.S. entities and will be swift, as the company has a plan to drastically reduce its $6.6 billion debt.

By Daphne Howland • April 17, 2026

Walmart continues aggressive store updates and expansion drive

The mass merchant plans to open around 20 stores over the next two years and remodel 650 supercenters and Neighborhood Market stores in 2026.

By Jeff Wells • April 17, 2026