Authentic buys Sperry from Wolverine for $70M

Aldo Group will handle the struggling boat shoe brand’s North American wholesale and retail operations as well as design, production and global distribution.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 12, 2024

Sam’s Club to bring AI-based receipt verification to all stores

The technology will eliminate the need for receipt checkers, freeing up associates to spend time with customers.

By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 11, 2024

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

REI plans a dozen new stores in coming months

The outdoor retailer will open 10 this year and already has plans for two more in 2025 as well.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2024

After Beyond Yoga suppliers stiffed workers, DOL recovers $1.1M in wages, damages

The U.S. Department of Labor’s settlement for 165 Los Angeles-based workers is the largest one to date for garment workers in the Golden State.

By Zoya Mirza • Jan. 11, 2024

Walmart to expand drone delivery to 1.8M more Texas homes

The retailer is working with Wing and Zipline to reach up to 75% of the Dallas-Fort Worth area's population.

By Max Garland • Jan. 11, 2024

Citing ‘momentum’ in transformation, Tailored Brands will drop one of its chief executives

In 2021, Peter Sachse and Bob Hull began sharing the top job. In February, Sachse will be solo CEO and Hull will be board chair.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2024

Rent the Runway to cut 10% of its corporate workforce, COO resigns

The designer rental service is launching a restructuring plan, which it says will result in $11 million to $13 million in annualized run rate cash savings.

By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 10, 2024

Authentic CEO: Buying Forever 21 ‘biggest mistake I made’

Jamie Salter also says Shein makes “a lot more than $30 billion” and hinted that the brand licensing firm could go public in the next 18 months.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 10, 2024

Mango plans to open 500 new stores by 2026

The apparel brand, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, will expand and launch stand-alone Mango Home locations.

By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 9, 2024

Dollar General appoints new store operations leader

Steve Deckard will transition into an “expanded role” as Steve Sunderland prepares to depart from the retailer later this month.

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 9, 2024

Costco takes responsibility for workers’ decision to unionize

Last month's vote by employees in Norfolk, Virginia, reflects “a failure on our part,” the retailer’s outgoing and incoming CEOs said in a joint letter.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 9, 2024

Lululemon raises Q4 revenue outlook

The athletic apparel retailer credited the holiday season for helping to drive performance near the end of the year.

By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 8, 2024

New CEO at Solo Brands as Q4 sales disappoint

Former Vista Outdoor CEO Christopher Metz will replace John Merris later this month, as the company lowers guidance for the fiscal year.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2024

Chico’s CEO out as brands join Sycamore holding company

Molly Langenstein took over the top job four years ago amid slumping sales and a tumultuous period for the women’s apparel company.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2024

CVS interim CFO takes permanent seat

Thomas Cowhey is taking on the top finance job as the company looks to get back on track following a restructuring, layoffs and rising costs.

By Grace Noto • Jan. 8, 2024

Amazon closes its last Fresh Pickup site

The shuttering of the second drive-up location marks the end of this concept for the retail giant as it proceeds with its grocery business revamp. 

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 8, 2024

7 retail trends to watch in 2024

From economic pressures weighing on consumers to relocating stores away from malls, here’s what’s on retailers’ minds heading into the new year.

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 8, 2024

Redefining retail frontline operations: How PetSmart continues to evolve employee engagement

Like many retailers where the majority of associates aren't at a computer, PetSmart evolved their internal communications channels to ensure they could reach all associates across stores, distribution centers (DCs) and home offices.

Jan. 8, 2024

Indoor maps and location: A leap forward for retail digital transformation

Elevate the customer experience and boost profits at physical stores.

Jan. 8, 2024

Influencer Jaclyn Hill’s namesake beauty brand shuts down

Jaclyn Cosmetics was housed under Forma Brands, which filed for bankruptcy in early 2023.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 5, 2024

CVS Pharmacy introduces 2-tiered loyalty program

The drugstore retailer is offering a free tier and another that costs $5 per month, touting perks like discounts, same-day delivery and other incentives.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 5, 2024

Chico’s joins Sycamore’s KnitWell Group

Last year the private equity firm announced it would acquire the apparel conglomerate for $1 billion.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 5, 2024

The Body Shop reaches all-vegan product formulations

All current products have been certified by The Vegan Society, a goal the company has pursued since setting the target in 2021.

By Howard Ruben • Jan. 5, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: Conair names new president, CEO and what’s the path forward for Nike?

Kristie Juster will take on both roles at the product company, while Nike could be rethinking its relationship with DTC. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 5, 2024

Party City balloon supplier Anagram exits bankruptcy

In a deal with a group of investors, the balloon manufacturer will operate as an independent company and continue supplying Party City.

By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 4, 2024