Party City taps supply chain platform TradeBeyond to improve inventory, vendor operations

Less than a year after declaring bankruptcy, the retailer is investing in its supply chain.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 20, 2023

After months in limbo, some products from bankrupt Mitchell Gold may finally reach customers

At the same time, home goods company Surya acquired the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams brand, with plans to start shipping products in Q1.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 20, 2023

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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.

By Retail Dive staff

Leading by design: How Hershey is helping retailers create buzz-worthy spaces

Solving problems and designing tailored experiences with retail environmental design.

By Stephan Calhoun, Senior Manager, Retail Environmental Design, The Hershey Company • Nov. 20, 2023

Amazon confirms ‘several hundred’ will be let go from Alexa unit

The decision comes during a year when the e-commerce giant has eliminated tens of thousands of roles.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 17, 2023

REI vows to fight union allegations, puncturing its progressive reputation

Unionized store workers this week filed 80 unfair labor practice charges against the outdoor retailer, alleging bad faith bargaining and retaliation.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 17, 2023

Under Armour ‘really excited’ about progress on inventory

Growth in stock levels has shrunk considerably as the sportswear brand sells through pack-and-hold products and funnels excess stock to its outlet stores.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 17, 2023

Walmart thinking ‘more cautiously’ about the consumer amid volatile sales trends

CFO John David Rainey warned of “somewhat uneven” sales, which led to softness at the end of October, but noted things looked better in November.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 16, 2023

NRF releases 4 principles for AI use in retail

The organization is providing a framework to encourage the proper application of artificial intelligence technology. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 16, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Dr. Martens names CFO and 7-Eleven unveils a holiday collection

The shoe company also announced its first chief brand officer, while the c-store released apparel and merch for the season.

By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 16, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond’s new CEO exited. Now what?

Jonathan Johnson bet it all on the home retailer, rebranding Overstock in the process. Then activists called for his ouster.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 16, 2023

Amazon unveils heavy-lifting warehouse robot Titan

A fulfillment center in San Antonio is the first to use the technology in its operations to carry larger and bulkier items.

By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2023

Target CEO touts ‘meaningful improvement’ in profits even as revenue falls 4.2%

The retailer said easing inflation could bring shoppers back to discretionary categories as it adds updated merchandise for the holiday season.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 15, 2023

Amid another leadership shakeup, Nike hires ex-Amazon Fashion chief

Muge Erdirik Dogan spent 16 years at the e-commerce giant, leading the apparel business for three. Her hire is just one of a slew of changes Nike announced.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 15, 2023

Amazon expands Buy with Prime features in time for the holidays

Prime members can access a live chat, streamlined returns and order tracking when they use Buy with Prime on other brands’ online stores. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 15, 2023

Android or iOS: When and why to use either for delivering innovative retail device experiences

Ensure you’re using the right decision criteria to deliver exceptional customer experiences and set yourself up for long-term success.

Nov. 15, 2023

BuyBuy Baby announces locations of 11 store openings ahead of holidays

The retailer is touting a more personalized in-store experience with plans to relaunch its online store this fall.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 14, 2023

Toys R Us to open flagship store in Mall of America

The toy brand, which will open the new location before Thanksgiving, also has a store at American Dream and a national presence inside Macy’s stores. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 14, 2023

Express Inc. CFO is out

Jason Judd arrived from Big Lots just last year, before the recent appointment of Stewart Glendinning as CEO.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 14, 2023

Beyond Meat in ‘survival mode’ with going-concern risk a possibility, analyst says

A TD Cowen report pointed to troubling signs for the plant-based pioneer, including rising debt levels and struggles to attract and retain consumers.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 14, 2023

Amazon Fresh focusing on grocery ‘fundamentals’ with updated stores, top exec says

After three years and a highly publicized pause on expansion, the chain is hoping to move ahead by getting back to industry basics, said Vice President of Retail Claire Peters.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 14, 2023

Luxury furniture rental company Vesta acquires Fernish and Feather

The three companies will operate as separate brands under one banner, “Showroom,” which will continue to seek out additional acquisitions.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 13, 2023

Beyond Yoga opens first store outside of California

The 1,700-square-foot space opened in Chicago’s Fulton Market District and marks the Levi Strauss-owned activewear brand’s sixth location.

By Howard Ruben • Nov. 13, 2023

Party City-owned balloon supplier files for bankruptcy

Anagram entered Chapter 11 amid uncertainty around its supply contract with the retailer, which is its corporate parent and largest customer.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 13, 2023

FTC: Amazon halted Seller Fulfilled Prime enrollment despite strong delivery performance

Sellers met the now-reopened program's delivery estimate requirement more than 95% of the time in 2018, per the agency's lawsuit. Amazon said that claim is misleading.

By Max Garland • Nov. 13, 2023

Amazon Fashion chief exits

Muge Erdirik Dogan has stepped down as head of Amazon Fashion and Fitness, with company veteran Jenny Freshwater taking over the role.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 10, 2023