Gap feels confident about inventory levels, tariff mitigation

The retailer remains focused on what it calls “stringent” and "disciplined" inventory practices.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 6, 2026

Retailers rely on this tariff mitigation tactic. Congress has noticed.

The First Sale valuation method has helped companies lower their tariff costs for decades, but renewed scrutiny claims it harms U.S. production.

By Dani James • April 6, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

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.

By Retail Dive staff

Hasbro opens distribution hub to cut costs, speed deliveries

The Georgia facility will shrink the toymaker’s logistics network while adding resilience and efficiencies.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 6, 2026

Amazon to apply 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on fulfillment

The increase, averaging 7 cents per unit for U.S. Fulfillment by Amazon services, comes as supply chains grapple with fuel costs tied to the Iran war.

By Max Garland • April 3, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond agrees to acquire The Container Store for $150M

Stores will rebrand as “The Container Store / Bed Bath and Beyond” and the Elfa and Closet Works units will anchor a home services division.

By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2026

Ulta names chief strategy, growth officer

The beauty retailer promoted Kristin Wolf, who has worked at the company since 2019, to the C-suite position.

By Dani James • April 2, 2026

QVC Group anticipates going concern warning

The owner of QVC and HSN has yet to file its 10-K and said there is substantial doubt about the company’s ability to continue.

By Kaarin Moore • April 2, 2026

Cyberattack hits Hasbro, impacting orders and shipping

The major U.S. toymaker and entertainment company is still working to assess if company data was stolen in the attack.

By David Jones • April 2, 2026

Dollar Tree makes distribution, tech upgrades

As part of its supply chain modernization efforts, the retailer is replacing its legacy systems with AI-powered platforms.

By Kelly Stroh • April 1, 2026

New Balance partners with Kizik’s parent company for hands-free tech

The licensing deal with HandsFree Labs will bring slip-in sneakers to New Balance customers by next year.

By Howard Ruben • March 31, 2026

Advent International acquires majority stake in Salt & Stone

Following the deal, which is expected to close next month, the body care brand’s current senior management will continue leading the company.

By Howard Ruben • March 31, 2026

Aerosoles owner agrees to buy Allbirds for $39M

Sales plummeted last year and the direct-to-consumer footwear brand, which has never turned a profit, closed all full-price U.S. stores in Q1.

By Daphne Howland • March 31, 2026

RH builds out global strategy with leadership appointments

David Stanchak rejoined as chief real estate and transformation officer, while Veronica Schnitzius was named chief manufacturing and sourcing officer.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 31, 2026

Macy’s introduces AI-powered shopping assistant

After an initial dark launch, Ask Macy’s helps users discover brands and receive personalized product recommendations. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 31, 2026

Ulta doubled store fulfillment capabilities in 2025

The beauty retailer grew its ship-from-store program to 1,000 stores in fiscal year 2025, while its fulfillment center footprint remained flat compared to 2024.

By Dani James • March 30, 2026

Marks & Spencer turns to Nordstrom stores for its fashion debut

The U.K. retailer, iconic at home but only vaguely known elsewhere, is looking to expand worldwide.

By Daphne Howland • March 30, 2026

Dollar General slashes 1,500 SKUs, boosts in-stocks

Further SKU reductions are on the horizon as the retailer prioritizes leaner inventories and a simpler supply chain.

By Kelly Stroh • March 30, 2026

Retail leaders on embracing AI: ‘We have to keep trying things’

The theme of Shoptalk Spring was “Retail in the Age of AI.” Executives had strong opinions on the matter.

By Kaarin Moore , Caroline Jansen • March 30, 2026

Shoe Carnival scales back rebrand

In some areas customers didn’t react well to merchandising changes after stores were converted to the Shoe Station banner.

By Daphne Howland • March 27, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Gabe’s in search of top leadership and Home Depot’s latest acquisition

After avoiding bankruptcy, the off-pricer’s CEO and a few CFOs have left. Meanwhile, the home improvement retailer bought Mingledorff’s.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 27, 2026

In the age of AI, Home Depot’s stores have ‘never been more relevant’

While the retailer has been ramping up its AI-powered offerings, it aims to provide a frictionless experience across a customer’s shopping journey, wherever that may be.

By Caroline Jansen • March 27, 2026

The Backroom: Consumer resilience in trying times

Katie Thomas of the Kearney Consumer Institute talks about nuances in the K-shaped economy that help explain why discretionary retail sales have remained strong despite shoppers’ wariness.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 26, 2026

David’s Bridal reshapes C-suite for the AI era

The retailer named a CTO, chief global transformation and operations officer, and is on the hunt for its next CFO.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 26, 2026

REI faces possible anniversary sale boycott after abandoning labor talks

The REI Union, expressing confidence that the retailer’s customers would join workers in sending a message, will finalize a decision by May 1.

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2026

Sephora launches app in ChatGPT

The AI-enhanced experience will give customers advice and help them discover products, according to Global Chief Digital Officer Anca Marola. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 26, 2026