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    Tractor Supply sputters in Q2, lowers outlook

    The retailer is having a tough year so far as its pet business falters, its customers face soaring fuel prices and Amazon encroaches on its territory.

    By • July 23, 2026
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    Michaels launches AI shopping assistant

    The retailer is positioning the Ask Mike tool as a way shoppers can move beyond keyword filtering and receive personalized recommendations. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 23, 2026
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    The state of loss prevention in retail

    The types of losses attributed to retail theft has become more apparent — as is the need for more in-depth reporting and prevention strategies. 

    By Retail Dive staff
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    H&M to lay off 76 NYC-based corporate employees

    The retailer regularly reviews its operations to "stay flexible, efficient, and fast-moving," the company told Retail Dive.

    By • July 23, 2026
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    La-Z-Boy expands 3D cloud tech for product imagery

    The technology means customers can see every product and configuration exactly as it will be built — replacing manual rendering production. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 23, 2026
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    Bath & Body Works rolls out store updates

    The retailer is enhancing locations in the U.S. and Canada with simplified navigation, clearer signage and streamlined layouts to make product discovery more intuitive. 

    By • July 23, 2026
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    Tractor Supply taps Instacart for same-day delivery

    The partnership adds to various last-mile upgrades the retailer has deployed in recent months.

    By Max Garland • July 23, 2026
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    Nike resets online distribution in ‘fragmented’ China market

    Revenue in the region fell 12% in the brand’s most recent quarter and has been dragging down the company’s turnaround.

    By • July 22, 2026
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    Kate Spade taps Jonathan Saunders as executive creative director

    The designer, who made his mark at labels like Calvin Klein and Alexander McQueen, is tasked with refreshing the struggling Tapestry-owned brand.

    By • July 22, 2026
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    Target adds former 7-Eleven CEO to board

    Joe DePinto, who comes with food and digital commerce experience, will join the retailer's board of directors in August.

    By • July 22, 2026
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    Canadian mattress retailer to acquire Sleep Number for over $700M

    Sleep Country had already agreed to buy the U.S. mattress maker and retailer ahead of its bankruptcy last month.

    By • July 21, 2026
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    J. Crew hires former Walmart e-commerce exec

    After nearly a decade with the big-box retailer, Stacey Levitt is joining the apparel company as its executive vice president of e-commerce and digital experience. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 21, 2026
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    GameStop discloses 10% eBay stake as it pushes for a deal

    That’s roughly double the amount GameStop owned in May, when the company made its initial $56 billion offer to acquire the marketplace.

    By • July 20, 2026
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    Lord & Taylor revives private label strategy

    The Heritage Collection is being sold on the retailer’s website and could end up at off-price retailers and global boutiques via licensing or wholesale.

    By • July 20, 2026
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    Instacart acquires shelf-scanning technology startup

    The purchase of Arpalus gives it a system that allows workers to record product levels on store shelves using a smartphone app.

    By Sam Silverstein • July 20, 2026
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    Gap makes a fine mesh out of its ‘Happy Stripe’ remake

    A polyester take on a vintage sweater design got plenty of backlash on social media, but the stumble won’t likely stall the brand’s comeback.

    By • July 20, 2026
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    Penny’s end poses rounding challenge

    Retailers are pressing for passage of a bill to enact rounding standards as cash-handling businesses grapple with the cent’s gradual demise.

    By Justin Bachman • July 20, 2026
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    From season to sentiment: How the pace of consumer trends reshapes retail planning

    Consumer trends are more complex than seasons. Here's how retailers are tracking them.

    July 20, 2026
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    Global coverage and effectiveness: Why CPG sales leaders own retailer success, direct or indirect

    The CPG brands winning in retail aren't covering more accounts — they're covering smarter.

    By Howard Cohn, Senior Vice President, Retail & Travel Portfolio at TTEC • July 20, 2026
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    Walmart US chief operating officer to depart

    Leadership shakeups are continuing at the mass retailer about five months after John Furner formally took over the CEO position.

    By • July 17, 2026
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    The Weekly Closeout: RadioShack eyes a comeback, Wayfair and QVC kick off the holidays

    The electronics company hired a managing director for RadioShack USA, while the online retailers roll out July holiday-themed sales events.

    By Retail Dive Staff • July 17, 2026
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    Kate Spade focused on ‘reigniting the magic’ with new chief marketer

    L'Oréal veteran Allison Badea has been tapped for the role as the brand faces falling sales and a long turnaround road.

    By • July 17, 2026
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    Ulta Beauty names Domino’s veteran as CTO

    Kelly Garcia, who has been on the board since 2022, joins the retailer in the midst of a tech-driven strategy to drive growth and personalization.

    By Paige Gross • July 17, 2026
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    QVC Group nears bankruptcy exit with approved restructuring plan

    The HSN and QVC owner will have reduced its debt by over $5 billion when it exits Chapter 11.

    By • July 16, 2026
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    Foot Locker brings in Salomon to boost assortment

    The athletics retailer is partnering with the France-based premium sneaker brand as parent company Dick’s pursues an extensive inventory refresh. 

    By Lara Ewen • July 16, 2026
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    Bath & Body Works launches in Brazil

    The retailer debuted its first store in the country in São Paulo as international growth remains a driving force for its transformation strategy. 

    By • July 15, 2026