Amazon opens robotics fulfillment center in Detroit

More than 1,200 employees will help pick, pack and ship items while working "with innovative technology," the company said.

By Max Garland • July 31, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond’s Etlin: Lessons for CFOs staring down bankruptcy

With the messy task of closing hundreds of Bed Bath & Beyond stores poised to be completed this month, the home-goods retailer’s Holly Etlin reflects on her role as a kind of “uber CFO.”

By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 31, 2023

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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

Retail rents rise in Q2 as availability tightens: CBRE

As more retailers move to strip centers, space is opening up at malls, according to a report from the retail real estate investment firm.

By Daphne Howland • July 28, 2023

GameStop CFO resigns after about a year

Diana Saadeh-Jajeh’s departure, effective Aug. 11, extends the streak of executive turnover at the retailer.

By Nate Delesline III • July 28, 2023

Eat Meati expands footprint with Whole Foods launch

The mushroom root-based meat alternative continues to scale its fully vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities to support its rapid growth in both retail and food service locations.

By Elizabeth Flood • July 28, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: REI expands travel offerings and Amazon, iRobot modify merger price

The outdoors retailer is expanding rentals, day tours and multiday adventures, while the e-commerce giant and iRobot amended the terms of their agreement. 

By Retail Dive Staff • July 28, 2023

Hairstory fills out its C-suite

Over the past several months, the DTC hair care brand has named a new CEO, chief marketing officer, vice president of sales and design director.

By Howard Ruben • July 28, 2023

Adidas to release more Yeezy inventory in August, including through wholesale partners

The decision comes just a few days after the athletics retailer raised its guidance, citing the “positive impact” of the first Yeezy sale.

By Cara Salpini • July 28, 2023

Tractor Supply to expand its footprint, aiming for 3K nationwide

The retailer is also doubling down on leased stores and will leverage a sale-leaseback strategy to help fund its expansion.

By Daphne Howland • July 27, 2023

Overstock revenue falls 20% ahead of Bed Bath & Beyond rebrand

CEO Jonathan Johnson said the company is on track to relaunch in the U.S. next month, and in-app promotions will replace the retailer’s iconic blue coupons.

By Nate Delesline III • July 27, 2023

Warehouse automation expected to pick up after hitting ‘rock bottom’

E-commerce and warehouse construction activity are showing signs of recovery, which could lead to increased demand for automation tools, according to Interact Analysis.

By Alexei Alexis • July 27, 2023

The Backroom: Jason Del Rey and ‘Winner Sells All’

One of the most prolific journalists covering the retail industry leverages his deep sourcing for an in-depth book about Amazon versus Walmart.

By Retail Dive Staff • July 27, 2023

Lowe’s expands same-day delivery nationwide with OneRail

The expansion aligns with the company's "Total Home Strategy" to drive long-term financial growth, Chairman and CEO Marvin Ellison said.

By Max Garland • July 27, 2023

Dollar General’s chief strategy officer exits

Donny Lau’s exit to become CFO of Zaxby’s follows numerous leadership changes and shuffling over the past year at the dollar retailer. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 27, 2023

Gap Inc. turns to Mattel operations chief Richard Dickson as CEO

The toy maker's longtime executive was instrumental in reinvigorating Barbie and other signature brands. Can he pull it off again?

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2023

Authentic Brands Group acquires Rockport out of bankruptcy

The brand conglomerate sees an opportunity to expand the footwear company's assortment into a "full lifestyle offering."

By Nate Delesline III • July 26, 2023

Serta Simmons Bedding names CEO

Following its exit from bankruptcy, the company also named a new chief marketing officer and executive chairman of the board. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 26, 2023

Wayfair names new chief marketing officer

Bob Sherwin is exiting the company after 10 years, with Paul Toms taking over the position.

By Dani James • July 26, 2023

Retailers hail tentative agreement between UPS and Teamsters

While industry groups expressed relief at the breakthrough, uncertainty remains unless and until the new contract is ratified by union members.

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2023

Bath & Body Works picks CVS, Merck alum for CFO

Eva Boratto joins the Columbus, Ohio-based personal products maker — long a familiar storefront inside many retail properties — as it shifts away from malls.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 26, 2023

Casper appoints new sales, marketing executives

Brad Bailey joins as chief sales officer and Jeff Willard as chief growth and marketing officer. The move comes after Casper sold its Canadian operations in April.

By Dani James • July 25, 2023

Apollo Global Management makes equity investment in PetSmart

The deal expands backing of private equity investors alongside UK-based BC Partners.

By Nate Delesline III • July 25, 2023

Adidas raises guidance after successful Yeezy drop

The first sale of leftover inventory slashed 250 million euros from its projected operating loss, and further drops could help even more.

By Cara Salpini • July 25, 2023

Stitch Fix technology chief exits

The departure of Sachin Dhawan, who took the CTO post only last year, may mean that newly arrived CEO Matt Baer is building his own team.

By Daphne Howland • July 25, 2023

Period care brand August appoints marketing VP

Diane Lewis marks the first marketing hire for the menstruation brand, which hopes to expand its retail channels and presence. 

By Dani James • July 24, 2023