How to keep the ‘off’ in ‘off price’ in the tariff era

In order to make good on their value promise, TJX, Ross and Burlington are being hyper-vigilant about pricing across the industry.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 3, 2025

Williams-Sonoma to launch AI-powered ‘culinary companion’

Meanwhile, the company has scaled its AI customer service assistant across its portfolio. 

By Bryan Wassel • Sept. 3, 2025

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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. 

By Retail Dive staff

Staples to bring optical centers to stores through Now Optics partnership

Through the tie-up, Stanton Optical will offer eye exams, prescription lenses and more in five of the office retailer’s locations.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 3, 2025

Crocs appoints Nike alum as CFO

Patraic Reagan is stepping into the role following the resignation of Susan Healy.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 3, 2025

Nike to lay off less than 1% of corporate team

The cuts come after CEO Elliott Hill unveiled a strategy a few months ago to realign the company’s teams around key sports.

By Cara Salpini • Sept. 2, 2025

Claire’s scales back store closures to 300 following $140M buyout offer

The bankrupt mall chain had moved to shutter 700 locations and was mulling the liquidation of its entire 1,500-store fleet in North America.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 2, 2025

Sycamore Partners closes Walgreens acquisition, splits retailer into 5 companies

Mike Motz has been named the CEO of Walgreens. He was formerly the chief executive of Staples U.S. Retail, a Sycamore portfolio company.

By Susanna Vogel • Sept. 2, 2025

‘We are firmly in growth mode’: Victoria’s Secret CEO

The company beat Q2 expectations despite hits from tariffs and a major data breach.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2025

Dick’s sales growth continues apace in Q2

The retailer raised its full-year guidance ahead of its planned merger with Foot Locker, which reported a 2.4% sales decline in the quarter.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 28, 2025

3 ways tariffs are impacting retailers

From pulling forward inventory to enacting cost increases, here are ways retailers are taking a hit from levies going into the second half of the year.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 28, 2025

Retailers double down on AI despite reliability concerns

Over half of retailers expect most customer interactions will be handled by AI within five years, according to a Monday.com survey.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Aug. 27, 2025

Lululemon names AI exec to improve product innovation, speed

The brand's CIO is departing the company while Ranju Das takes on a newly formed chief AI and technology officer position. 

By Dani James • Aug. 26, 2025

Regional off-pricer Gabe’s under new ownership, avoids bankruptcy

A group of lenders has taken over the retailer, a deal with buy-in from vendors and landlords that has significantly reduced its debt.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2025

David’s Bridal launches AI to help couples manage wedding tasks

Pearl Planner features a built-in chat assistant, adaptable task boards and dynamic timelines to help users centralize planning with real-time updates.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 26, 2025

Home Depot focuses on faster deliveries to boost satisfaction

Dedicated associates and machine learning-driven efficiency improvements helped the retailer achieve its fastest ever delivery speeds during the second quarter, executives said.

By Bryan Wassel • Aug. 25, 2025

Foot Locker shareholders approve Dick’s Sporting Goods acquisition

Dick’s Sporting Goods said Tuesday the deal has received all regulatory approvals and should close Sept. 8.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Dillard’s buys a shopping mall

The department store teamed up with mixed-use developer Trademark Property Co. to acquire the 646,000-square-foot Longview Mall in Texas.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 25, 2025

Trump says furniture tariffs coming in next 50 days

The president said his administration is conducting an investigation into the sector just days after applying steel and aluminum levies on various household appliances.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 25, 2025

Walmart, Target tout AI plans

The two retail giants are capitalizing on sustained investment in their technology foundations even as they face economic headwinds.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Aug. 25, 2025

Burlington’s ‘reimagined’ store layout aims to make shopping easier

The off-price retailer is halfway done refreshing its fleet with an open layout, organized aisles and bold signage. 

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 25, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Bed Bath & Beyond battles California and Guess to go private

Executive Chairman Marcus Lemonis said the home retailer won’t open stores in the state, while the fashion company cut a deal with Authentic Brands Group. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 22, 2025

Wilson CEO to step down

Joe Dudy is exiting the chief executive role after spending three decades at Wilson and parent company Amer Sports.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 22, 2025

Former Dollar General exec to return for CFO post

Donny Lau is rejoining the discount retailer after a nearly three-year absence to replace Kelly Dilts, who is leaving to become Nordstrom's CFO.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 22, 2025

Target fulfillment operations closure impacts 200 Indianapolis employees

A spokesperson said the retailer is adjusting what operations it performs at the facility as it continues to evolve its supply chain.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 22, 2025

Abercrombie Kids adds Nordstrom, Dick’s Sporting Goods as wholesale partners

The children's brand, also available at Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s, is expanding its wholesale operation to reach more shoppers worldwide.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 21, 2025