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DTC activewear brand Halara opens first pop-up shop
The company, which says it releases hundreds of new styles per week, is testing the New York City market as one of a series of planned pop-ups.
By Howard Ruben • June 3, 2024 -
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Sephora expands to more Tanger properties
The REIT, known for its outlet centers, continues to diversify its portfolio and tenant base.
By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2024 -
Trendline
Gen Z and the next-generation consumer
If there's anything retailers want more than financial stability right now, it's to understand Gen Z.
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Orthotics Direct introduces e-commerce site
The company aims to make foot health solutions more affordable by streamlining the process of placing custom orders.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 3, 2024 -
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Walmart boosts InHome delivery reach by nearly 30%
The retailer’s service will reach an additional 10 million households with its expansion in urban markets of California, Minnesota and other states.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 3, 2024 -
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Nordstrom elevates supply chain exec amid shrink woes
After reporting that theft in its supply and transportation networks hurt Q1 margins, the retailer promoted Alexis DePree to chief operating officer.
By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2024 -
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Williams-Sonoma makes strides in delivery efficiency
The retailer limited instances of shipments originating from out-of-market areas and multiple deliveries per order in Q1.
By Max Garland • June 3, 2024 -
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Instant Pot Brands names new chief commercial officer
The kitchen appliance brand also announced a leader of marketing, e-commerce and consumer care as it carves a path post-bankruptcy.
By Howard Ruben • May 31, 2024 -
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Bark taps former exec for chief DTC officer
Meghan Knoll, who was previously the CEO of Cat Person, will return to the pet retailer to oversee its DTC efforts.
By Cara Salpini • May 31, 2024 -
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Gap Inc. turns a corner as all brands notch gains in Q1
Under CEO Richard Dickson, who arrived last August, the apparel retailer is working to improve operational efficiencies as well as brand storytelling.
By Daphne Howland • May 31, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Best Buy sales fall 6.5% and Sierra hits 100 stores
The electronics retailer continues to face pressure in its core segment, while T.J. Maxx’s outdoors-focused sibling eyes more growth ahead.
By Retail Dive Staff • May 31, 2024 -
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Ulta cuts guidance as it loses share in prestige beauty
The beauty retailer said 1,000 new points of distribution in the category have opened in the past two years, a possible nod to Kohl’s Sephora tie-up.
By Cara Salpini • May 31, 2024 -
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Home Depot names EVP of customer experience
Jordan Broggi is stepping into the role, along with retaining leadership of the company’s online business, as Matt Carey is set to retire.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 31, 2024 -
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Nordstrom Rack continues to overshadow the department store in Q1
Both banners enjoyed sales increases, though margins were challenged by shrink caused by theft in its transportation network.
By Daphne Howland • May 31, 2024 -
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Dollar General to eliminate ‘vast majority’ of self-checkout, reduce new store openings
Despite a 6% Q1 net sales rise and performance that beat analyst expectations, shrink remains a significant headwind, CEO says.
By Nate Delesline III • May 31, 2024 -
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Rhone gets into made-to-measure apparel using 3D tech
The company’s Custom Made by Rhone technology captures a customer’s exact measurements in order to make a tailored product.
By Kaarin Moore • May 30, 2024 -
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Foot Locker: ‘I think it’s fair to say Nike’s going back on offense’
The retailer, which saw sales fall nearly 3% in Q1, teased a return to growth with Nike later this year and expressed excitement about upcoming innovation.
By Cara Salpini • May 30, 2024 -
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Dollar Tree acquires 99 Cents Only’s North American IP
The retailer also bought up the rights to 170 store leases, with plans to rebrand and reopen them “as early as fall 2024.”
By Nate Delesline III • May 30, 2024 -
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Podcast
The Backroom: Lee Peterson and the hard truth about retail stores
E-commerce keeps growing because it’s easier to shop online. To survive, brick and mortar needs a good reason, too.
By Retail Dive Staff • May 30, 2024 -
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Gildan reinstates Glenn Chamandy as CEO
The activewear company’s founder was fired in December 2023 but is back in the top spot after a months-long battle between the previous board and activist investor Browning West.
By Laurel Deppen • May 30, 2024 -
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1-800-Flowers.com offsets delivery rate hikes with logistics optimization
The gift provider is placing inventory closer to end customers as it looks to mitigate fuel surcharges and other fees.
By Max Garland • May 30, 2024 -
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Debit cards face rising digital wallet competition: report
Roughly 72% of consumers say they swipe, dip or tap a debit card at the point of sale, a larger portion than credit cards, checks and digital wallets, according to a consumer survey by research firm J.D. Power.
By Patrick Cooley • May 29, 2024 -
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Chewy posts 3.1% sales gain in Q1, announces $500M share repurchase program
The online pet retailer boosted its profits during the quarter even as its active customer base continues to shrink.
By Caroline Jansen • May 29, 2024 -
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Beyond Yoga expands on the West Coast with new store in Washington state
This is the lifestyle brand’s second store outside of California and seventh overall.
By Suzette Parmley • May 29, 2024 -
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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. sets a record with billion-dollar Q1
The retailer is considering more brand extensions as one way to maintain its momentum.
By Daphne Howland • May 29, 2024 -
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Petco names new chief stores officer as COO exits
The pet retailer also said it eliminated its chief merchandising and supply chain officer role and named five people to its executive leadership team.
By Nate Delesline III • May 29, 2024
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