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  • Jordan Strength equipment.
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    Jordan Brand debuts training equipment line

    The brand is releasing a line of strength training products inspired by Michael Jordan, even as Nike says it is overindexed with its classic footwear franchises.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 17, 2026
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    Nike eyes innovation with LVMH board pick

    Alexandre Arnault, deputy CEO of Moët Hennessy, has “a reputation for helping iconic global brands evolve, innovate and grow,” Executive Chairman Mark Parker said.

    By • Sept. 17, 2026
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    Inside retail supply chains

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

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Amazon boosts minimum hourly starting wage to $20

    The e-commerce company increased pay by $1 an hour for full-time employees in core operations and added new grocery discounts.

    By • Sept. 17, 2026
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    Toys R Us accelerates store openings in time for the holidays

    The toy retailer is making a major brick-and-mortar push with 120 locations opening across the U.S.

    By • Sept. 17, 2026
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    Allbirds’ IP owner snaps up Nasty Gal for $16M

    Plans are to expand globally via licensing deals and partnerships. WSG Brands also acquired streetwear company Von Dutch two years ago.

    By • Sept. 16, 2026
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    Deep Dive

    How the retail crime bill could bolster ICE

    Concerns are mounting that organized retail crime-fighting legislation, which passed the U.S. House and is now before the Senate, could drag retailers into mass deportations that have little to do with theft.

    By • Sept. 16, 2026
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    Target debuts style-focused apparel for store associates

    In a move aimed at expanding its merchandising authority beyond customers, the new drop leveraged the retailer's renewed partnership with Isaac Mizrahi.

    By • Sept. 16, 2026
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    Target to open 8 stores in October

    The new locations, including one in the Hamptons, are part of its strategic plan to launch over 300 new stores by 2035. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 15, 2026
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    Old Navy’s new subbrand is a big bet on activewear

    The category has long been a strength at Gap Inc.’s value banner, and giving the assortment its own brand identity could propel that further.

    By • Sept. 15, 2026
  • The exterior of a DSW Shoe Warehouse store with a blue sky
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    DSW to test affordable luxury shop-in-shops

    The Edit will debut at four existing locations this fall as the company looks to leverage the strength of its brand portfolio to bolster lackluster retail sales.

    By Lara Ewen • Sept. 15, 2026
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    Target names chief marketing and guest experience officer

    Mark Weinstein will be responsible for developing how consumers experience and connect with Target across channels, culture and community.

    By Chris Kelly • Sept. 15, 2026
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    Amazon invests over $230M in benefits, pay for Whole Foods store employees

    As the company continues to merge its operations with the specialty grocer, this next investment focuses on its frontline workers.

    By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 14, 2026
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    FedEx launches Shopify app to combat surprise import charges

    FedEx Duty and Tax provides a cost guarantee at checkout and covers any overages to that amount.

    By Max Garland • Sept. 14, 2026
  • Gray clouds over a Kohl's store, with an entrance to Sephora.
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    Kohl’s turns to Babies R Us as Sephora falters

    The department store is bringing the brand to more stores and adding an exclusive collection. Meanwhile Sephora at Kohl’s sales are down this year.

    By • Sept. 14, 2026
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    Why SoHo is still a retail favorite

    The New York neighborhood is seeing record low retail rental availability rates while some of the city’s other shopping corridors struggle.

    By Lara Ewen • Sept. 14, 2026
  • A Reformation storefront on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, California.
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    Reformation charts path to double store fleet in 5 years

    The DTC brand’s second quarter net revenue jumped 24%, marking a solid start to its debut as a publicly traded company.

    By • Sept. 11, 2026
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    Nordstrom alum takes the CEO reins at Rent the Runway

    Paige Thomas, who starts Monday, is one of a cohort hailing from the department store, including interim CEO Teri Bariquit.

    By • Sept. 11, 2026
  • The exterior of a DXL Men's Apparel store
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    Destination XL maps out a turnaround plan

    The company’s sales declines continued in the second quarter, but interim CEO Lionel Conacher told analysts “a resumption in sales growth is imminent.”

    By Lara Ewen • Sept. 11, 2026
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    After demise of Joann locations, fabric is now in 90% of Michaels stores

    The craft retailer has expanded its Knit & Sew Shop and is hosting events in honor of National Sewing Month to celebrate.

    By • Sept. 11, 2026
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    The Weekly Closeout: Chewy’s sales jump and a retail exec turns politician

    The pet retailer scored more than 7% net sales growth in the most recent quarter. Meanwhile, former Hudson’s Bay CEO Helena Foulkes could soon be Rhode Island’s governor.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 11, 2026
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    Macy’s plows tariff refunds into its rebound

    The department store has been backing away from promotions, so refunds will mostly go toward long-term growth plans rather than price cuts.

    By • Sept. 10, 2026
  • Signet Jewelers delivers ‘quality’ quarter, raises full-year outlook

    The retailer swung to a profit in Q2, extended its credit agreement and expounded on the relaunch of its core brand websites.

    By • Sept. 9, 2026
  • Interior holiday store display of products at Ulta Beauty
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    Retailers bet on AI for supply chain, ‘smart’ shopping

    Retailers are using AI technologies to overhaul their customer experience, supply chain and personalized shopping offerings.

    By Paige Gross • Sept. 9, 2026
  • Two people walk by a Bed Bath & Beyond store on a cloudy day.
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    Bed Bath & Beyond cancels deal to acquire Cabinets To Go owner

    The company — now rebranded to Neighborhood Intelligence — says it determined F9 Brands couldn't satisfy closing requirements.

    By • Sept. 8, 2026
  • A rental brand's fulfillment center with a racks of clothes.
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    Urban Outfitters’ Nuuly pursues more fulfillment center automation

    The rental subscription service aims to launch an automated order sortation system and picking solution at its Kansas City-area facility.

    By Max Garland • Sept. 8, 2026