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Liquid Death closes funding round valuing business at $1.4B
The beverage maker said the $67 million in new financing will be used to grow distribution and accelerate product innovation.
By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2024 -
As it plans 90 stores, Ross refocuses DD’s on existing markets
The smaller banner will shift focus and undergo an “in-depth analysis” of its customer base amid disappointing performance in newer markets.
By Nate Delesline III • March 11, 2024 -
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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail
Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.
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Funko chief financial and operating officer to step down as toymaker preps for ‘softer’ content schedule
Steve Nave’s resignation comes as the company continues to brace for economic headwinds.
By Grace Noto • March 11, 2024 -
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Walmart piloted an RFID receipt check. It didn’t work out.
The retailer confirmed it has ended a recent test of the checkout technology at a Neighborhood Market store in Bentonville, Arkansas.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 11, 2024 -
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Best Buy’s suppliers help defray costs in choppy electronics market
The retailer logged $20 million in vendor spending on things like promotions, displays, special staffing and fulfillment services.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 8, 2024 -
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American Eagle has ‘refocused’ logistics arm amid third-party business woes
The retailer faced $98.3 million in impairment and restructuring charges from Quiet Platforms in Q4 as it adjusted to reduced e-commerce fulfillment demand.
By Max Garland • March 8, 2024 -
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New York Stock Exchange moves to delist apparel retailer Express
Concerns about the company’s long-term financial health have continued to surface over the last year.
By Nate Delesline III • March 8, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: BowFlex files for Chapter 11, Public Lands partners with Saucony
The at-home fitness company has a $37.5 million buyout offer, and the Dick’s Sporting Goods banner teamed up with the footwear brand on running shoes.
By Retail Dive Staff • March 8, 2024 -
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Walmart adds early morning delivery option
As operational competition with Target and Amazon heats up, the big-box retailer is expanding on-demand delivery to start at 6 a.m.
By Tatiana Walker-Morris • March 8, 2024 -
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Gap, Old Navy make progress on long road to recovery
New Gap Inc. CEO Richard Dickson touted market share gains at the company’s biggest brands, but analysts say they have further to go.
By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2024 -
Big Lots’ cost-cutting efforts helped it ‘maintain liquidity through a challenging period’
CEO Bruce Thorn also said the retailer is expanding its assortment of bargain merchandise, which is expected to account for 75% of sales in 2024.
By Nate Delesline III • March 7, 2024 -
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Ashley Home acquires Nectar mattress owner Resident Home
As part of the deal, Resident co-founders and co-CEOs Eric Hutchinson and Ran Reske will remain in their current positions.
By Howard Ruben • March 7, 2024 -
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Beyond Inc. acquires Zulily brand for $4.5M
The Overstock and Bed Bath & Beyond parent company purchased the online discount retailer to further position itself in the off-price market.
By Kaarin Moore • March 7, 2024 -
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Birkenstock’s expanding production capacity lifts sales as it eyes more growth ahead
The footwear brand plans to double capacity in the next three years, spending tens of millions of dollars along the way.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 7, 2024 -
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Oddity pushes forward with new brands as it posts 44% revenue growth in Q4
The Il Makiage and SpoiledChild owner finished 2023 on a high note, swinging to a profit in the fourth quarter, and plans to launch two brands in 2025.
By Caroline Jansen • March 7, 2024 -
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The Home Depot leans on distribution centers to deliver pro orders
Not shipping from stores helps reduce the amount of time associates have to spend picking, packing and staging items, Senior EVP Ann-Marie Campbell said.
By Max Garland • March 7, 2024 -
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1 in 3 Sam’s Club members use scan-and-go technology regularly
The club retailer is expanding the digital capability’s reach after customer usage surged last year.
By Peyton Bigora • March 6, 2024 -
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Amid tepid results, Foot Locker turns to store revamps and immersive concepts
The retailer is overhauling most of its namesake and Kids Foot Locker fleet while it invests in new store concepts.
By Cara Salpini • March 6, 2024 -
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Target launches private label toy brand
The retailer’s Gigglescape assortment will include stuffed animals, books and games priced at $20 or less.
By Nate Delesline III • March 6, 2024 -
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Youthforia expands its partnership with Ulta
The brand’s Date Night Skin Tint Serum Foundation is available in over 500 Ulta stores, while the BYO Blush is sold in all of the beauty retailer’s locations.
By Howard Ruben • March 6, 2024 -
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Citing momentum over the holidays, Nordstrom moves deeper into off-price
The retailer will open even more of its Rack stores this year than in 2023, but analysts warned that its full-line business also requires attention.
By Daphne Howland • March 6, 2024 -
Wayfair plans consolidated delivery option to lower costs
Consumers receiving multiple items at the same time can boost efficiency and attract more sales, the company's CEO said.
By Max Garland • March 6, 2024 -
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S&P downgrades The Container Store, citing ‘weak operating performance’
Plaguing the retailer are persistent sales declines, nearing debt maturities, consumer headwinds and negative free cash flow.
By Cara Salpini • March 5, 2024 -
Courtesy of Bark
Bark regains compliance with the New York Stock Exchange
The pet retailer in November received a notice that said it no longer met the exchange’s continued listing requirements.
By Howard Ruben • March 5, 2024 -
Courtesy of Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods to debut new small-format stores
The Amazon-owned grocer’s Whole Foods Market Daily Shop concept aims to offer urban residents a scaled-down shopping experience.
By Peyton Bigora • March 5, 2024
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