The Home Depot extends AI assistance in local stores

The retailer expanded its AI shopping assistant, Magic Apron, to include localized store knowledge to help customers quickly find items, ask product-specific questions and get project advice. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 1, 2026

Nuuly drives Urban Outfitters’ record second-quarter revenue

The subscription rental service increased its average active subscriber count by more than 30% and posted $179 million in net sales.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 31, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

Inside retail supply chains

Companies look to trim expenses and streamline operations during a crutial year for supply chain management. 

By Retail Dive staff

Macy’s names senior vice president of creative, production

The retailer is bringing back former staffer Maya Dukes to lead its creative strategy as it executes on its Bold New Chapter strategy. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 31, 2026

Inside Bed Bath & Beyond’s ambitions to transcend retail

A rebrand to Neighborhood Intelligence positions it as “bigger than a retail company.” But a slew of recent acquisitions has drawn skepticism.

By Caroline Jansen , Julia Himmel • Aug. 31, 2026

Walmart to build $1.3B fulfillment center in Georgia

The 1.5-million-square-foot automated facility is slated to break ground later this year.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 31, 2026

USPS announces 6% rate increase for 2026 peak season

The holiday price bump is set to impact Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and other package shipping services starting Oct. 4.

By Max Garland • Aug. 31, 2026

Is your payment experience holding back your omnichannel strategy?

Omnichannel strategy is only as strong as its weakest checkout.

Aug. 31, 2026

Nike names Walmart vet as commercial chief, months after cutting role

Jane Ewing joins the company next month and will be “vital” to strengthening connections across the organization, CEO Elliott Hill said.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 28, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Arc’teryx vet heads to Helly Hansen, Avon North America to be acquired

Kontoor Brands tapped C.J. King to lead Helly Hansen’s North American sports division, while Regent’s deal reunites the beauty company with Avon International.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 28, 2026

Old Navy chief out as sales falter again

The Gap brand, which lost its luster and was stuck in the doldrums for years, has become the “star of the show” at Gap Inc.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2026

Build-A-Bear fires chief growth officer as earnings fall flat

The company's summer trend merchandise didn’t resonate with customers and wholesale progressed slower than expected.

By Dani James • Aug. 27, 2026

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

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

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