Mattel Game Studios is ready to extend physical play to a virtual world

Mattel’s new organization will develop, publish and operate digital games inspired by the company’s brands.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 18, 2026

Target strengthens inventory management with digital twins

The retailer developed Proxima to simulate how decisions play out, helping identify potential problems ahead of time.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 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

Walmart proposes fulfillment warehouse in New York

The retailer filed a request to build a 1.5 million-square-foot facility in Wallkill, Orange County. 

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 17, 2026

Why retailers are making EDI compliance non-negotiable for vendors in 2026

Your vendors' EDI problems are your supply chain problems. Here's what's changing.

By Erik Kiser • Aug. 17, 2026

Michaels debuts new store format at 3 locations

The spaces include revamped department layouts, new personalization services and a self-checkout queue exclusive to rewards members.

By Dani James • Aug. 14, 2026

As Lululemon AI chief exits, analysts ‘increasingly concerned’ about turnover

Ranju Das, who held his role for less than a year, is leaving just a month before incoming chief Heidi O’Neill is set to start.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 14, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Mud Jeans files for bankruptcy and is the K-shaped economy over?

The circular denim brand was saddled with debt. Meanwhile, many analysts are turning against the letter K in describing the U.S. economy. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 14, 2026

Academy Sports and Outdoors taps Instacart for same-day delivery

The sporting goods retailer, which partnered with Uber Eats earlier this year, will charge the same price for products as in its stores.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 13, 2026

Fabletics plans to triple its international footprint

The company is opening 45 new stores over the next year and expanding into new markets after surpassing $1 billion in net revenue.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 13, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. names chief accounting officer

Jill Windrum will also serve as deputy chief financial officer, effective Aug. 31, taking on the principal accounting officer role from CFO Brian LaRose.

By Dani James • Aug. 13, 2026

Shoe Station names chief marketing officer

Tracy Dick is now in the chief marketer role, following the company’s corporate name change earlier this summer. 

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 13, 2026

Crocs inks AI tech deal

The footwear company is working to modernize its core business and IT systems in order to simplify operations and reduce costs. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 13, 2026

Wrangler to open more stores amid direct-to-consumer push

Owner Kontoor executives called the company’s Helly Hansen outdoor brand its “growth engine,” but some analysts aren’t so sure.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 12, 2026

Reporter’s Notebook: How bad off is San Francisco retail?

There are signs of a comeback downtown, but the best shopping in the city is still hyper-local.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 12, 2026

Bealls plots store expansion

The retailer plans to open 13 locations in six states this fall. Meanwhile, it has expanded its New York City buying office.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 12, 2026

Home Depot appoints interim CEO leadership as Ted Decker takes medical leave

Senior Executive Vice President Ann-Marie Campbell and CFO Richard McPhail will oversee CEO duties for the next few months in Decker’s absence.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 12, 2026

Target leans on newness for Halloween assortment

A majority of the retailer's festive collection is new in 2026, beating the drum on fresh merchandise being a core part of its turnaround.

By Dani James • Aug. 12, 2026

Target taps Lowe’s executive as first chief AI officer

For Chandhu Nair, collaboration will be essential as the retailer focuses on how technology can elevate user experience.

By Nicole Laskowski • Aug. 12, 2026

Signet names new leadership for Zales, Blue Nile

The jewelry company appointed veterans from Mattel and Tiffany & Co. as it continues to push its Grow Brand Love strategy.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 11, 2026

Gymshark names new chief supply chain officer

Matt Rogers joined the fitness apparel brand in 2023 and previously held the role of global supply chain director.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 11, 2026

DXL board chair steps in for CEO as challenges mount

The big-and-tall men’s retailer is mulling a merger, fighting off a takeover offer and grappling with weight-loss drugs’ impact on its business.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 10, 2026

Retailers stocked up for upcoming holiday season

Data from NRF projects that imports at major U.S. ports have peaked as businesses built up inventory ahead of new tariffs.

By Dani James • Aug. 10, 2026

Best Buy’s chief marketer exits, replaced by newcomer

Jennie Weber left the retailer after over 20 years at the company, with Chief Creative Officer Marty Senn taking over the position.

By Dani James • Aug. 10, 2026

Bob’s Discount Furniture is winning over higher-income shoppers

The furniture retailer, known for its value-oriented marketing, said it’s seeing momentum build within its cohort of customers earning over $100,000.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 10, 2026

Behind the scenes of Amazon’s automated Washington warehouse

Hercules robots and packing technology help power the fulfillment center in Kent. Here's a step-by-step tour.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 10, 2026