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    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
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    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
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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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    Is your payment experience holding back your omnichannel strategy?

    Omnichannel strategy is only as strong as its weakest checkout.

    Aug. 31, 2026
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    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 • Aug. 28, 2026
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    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
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    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 • Aug. 27, 2026
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    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 • Aug. 27, 2026
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    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
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    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 • Aug. 27, 2026
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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 • Aug. 26, 2026
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    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 • Aug. 26, 2026
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    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 • Aug. 26, 2026
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    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 • Aug. 25, 2026
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    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 , • Aug. 25, 2026
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    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
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    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
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    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 • Aug. 24, 2026
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    How peak design freed its finance team from manual AR

    There are manual approaches to accounts receivable, and then there’s how Peak Design used to do it.

    By Adam Perrotta • Aug. 24, 2026
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    Sponsored by Zebra Technologies

    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
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    In off price, Ross is the new boss

    Store comps at the off-price retailer soared 10% in Q2, thanks to new and returning customers, in sharp contrast to major rival TJX Cos.

    By • Aug. 21, 2026
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    Roots to be acquired by Roberto Cavalli parent company

    The outdoor retailer will go private in a deal led by Marquee Brands that is designed to ensure it “remains anchored in Canadian culture.”

    By • Aug. 21, 2026
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    The Weekly Closeout: Target’s home turnaround and Macy’s 100th parade countdown

    Long lead times in the category mean a rebound will take time. Meanwhile, the department store is setting its sights on its centennial Thanksgiving Day Parade.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 21, 2026