Mattel brings AI to the toy box with OpenAI partnership

The toy company and AI powerhouse will announce their first product together later this year.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • June 17, 2025

At Home blames bankruptcy on tariffs, consumer uncertainty

The private equity-owned company’s latest Chapter 11 filing comes at an awkward time for a retailer dependent on holiday sales for 40% of its revenue.

By Daphne Howland • June 16, 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

5 years after US bankruptcy, Roots notches third quarter of sales growth

As part of a multiyear strategy, the Canadian brand is closing underperforming stores, upgrading its fleet and investing in marketing.

By Cara Salpini • June 16, 2025

Canada Goose prioritizes year-round relevance with second Haider Ackermann collection

The collection uses lightweight fabrics to reimagine classic cold weather styles and comes as the retailer looks to broaden its assortment.

By Howard Ruben • June 16, 2025

Is the US undermining ‘Made in America’ apparel manufacturing?

When it comes to reshoring garment manufacturing, the Trump administration’s tariffs are at odds with its immigration crackdown.

By Daphne Howland • June 16, 2025

Peloton names fourth chief marketing officer in 5 years

With past experience at Apple, Amazon and Netflix, Megan Imbres’ background aligns with how Peloton is looking to grow its business.

By Peter Adams • June 13, 2025

Saks Global says it’s back on track with vendors, won’t close stores

The company told BMO Capital Markets it has mostly repaired supplier relationships, though luxury brands tell other analysts its ability to pay remains a top concern.

By Daphne Howland • June 13, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Michaels rolls out Summerween and Shakira’s beauty brand debuts

The crafts retailer is releasing Halloween decor earlier than ever, while the pop star’s Isima line will launch at Ulta Beauty.

By Retail Dive Staff • June 13, 2025

How Nike CEO Elliott Hill is building out his turnaround team

Eight months in, Hill has changed leadership structures and brought in new hires. At the same time, several long-time executives have retired.

By Cara Salpini • June 12, 2025

Off-price domination continues as department stores yield more share

Sales, profits and margins have been stronger at off-pricers, and that won’t change any time soon, according to a UBS report this week.

By Daphne Howland • June 12, 2025

Vera Bradley CEO, CFO to depart

The company, which posted a 24% net revenue decline in the first quarter, suspended guidance and announced the creation of a strategy and transformation committee.

By Lara Ewen • June 12, 2025

Ashley’s new Las Vegas store is its largest in North America

The location boasts an 88,000-square-foot showroom and a 218,000 square-foot warehouse, and is meant to be a community hub.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 12, 2025

Checkout-free payments may yet rise

Rapidly advancing AI could let cashierless payment companies succeed where Grabango failed, industry insiders and observers say.

By Patrick Cooley • June 11, 2025

Victoria’s Secret expects $10M hit to Q2 operating income from cybersecurity breach

Newly arrived marketing chief Elizabeth Preis has been tasked with customer acquisition as the lingerie giant continues to lose market share.

By Daphne Howland • June 11, 2025

GameStop sales drop in key categories amid ongoing strategic shift

However, the company swung to a net income in Q1 and reported an improvement in its operating loss.

By Dani James • June 11, 2025

Franchise Group exits Chapter 11

The company leaves bankruptcy having sold The Vitamin Shoppe, shut down American Freight and restructured its remaining banners under a new entity.

By Howard Ruben • June 11, 2025

Marks & Spencer restores some online-order operations following cyberattack

The department store chain was one of the first targets in an international spree of attacks disrupting retailers.

By David Jones • June 11, 2025

Amazon delivery robots offer $7.1B annual savings opportunity: report

The tech could position Amazon retail as an AI play, according to Bank of America Securities analysts.

By Alexei Alexis • June 11, 2025

Amazon to shutter Nevada fulfillment center in August

The previously announced closure comes as the e-commerce giant builds a same-day delivery facility in the region. 

By Philip Neuffer • June 11, 2025

Designer Brands pulls guidance but is ‘cautiously optimistic’ about back to school, holiday

Tariffs have scrambled supply and demand more than anticipated. But its confusing value proposition isn’t helping, one analyst says.

By Daphne Howland • June 10, 2025

DTC footwear brand Oofos opens first stores

A location in Virginia has already opened and the active recovery brand will open locations in Georgia and Florida later this month.

By Howard Ruben • June 10, 2025

Dollar General expands home offering with celebrity brands, designers

The company is focusing on affordable prices from recognizable, national brands, including Ki by Kathy Ireland. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 10, 2025

Bark eyes price increases to offset tariffs

The company delivered its first adjusted EBITDA positive year, after the company “lost $58 million and burned nearly $200 million in cash” three years ago, according to its CEO.

By Kaarin Moore • June 10, 2025

Amazon confirms layoffs in books business

A move to streamline some roles affects fewer than 100 people and doesn’t reflect downsizing in the books organization, the company said.

By Daphne Howland • June 9, 2025

Ollie’s takeover of Big Lots leases ‘off to a very strong start’

The company took over dozens of leases at the start of the year, and openings have been “smoother than we had anticipated,” executives said. 

By Kaarin Moore • June 9, 2025