S&P upgrades Dillard’s, forecasts ‘sustained profitability’

The regional department store is positioned well thanks to strong inventory management and limited discounting, according to analysts. 

By Nate Delesline III • April 17, 2023

Nordstrom names new chief technology, information officer

The retailer wants to update its supply chain operations and bring more services closer to customers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 17, 2023

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How retailers are thinking about in-store experience

Complementary shop-in-shops, age-appropriate experiences and integrated technology are just a few ways retailers are reworking stores to suit shoppers.

By Retail Dive staff

David’s Bridal takes another walk down the bankruptcy aisle

The bridal retailer launched several initiatives since exiting Chapter 11 four years ago, but the pandemic and the economy have taken a toll.

By Daphne Howland • April 17, 2023

An unglamorous solution to fashion’s sustainability problem: make less stuff

Overproduction, greenwashing and unchecked growth have created a huge problem. Experts say regulation may be the only solution, but it won't be easy.

By Lauren Schenkman • April 17, 2023

Resale’s big secret? It may need stores

To join the secondhand market boom, many apparel retailers and brands have turned to third-party platforms that struggle to sustain a profit.

By Daphne Howland • April 17, 2023

How to tell the story of your brand with a curated product assortment tailored to customers

By creating a strong emotional connection with customers and offering a personalized product assortment, retailers can increase customer loyalty.

April 17, 2023

David’s Bridal lays off over 9K as it pursues a sale

A company spokesperson said the retailer is “evaluating our strategic options” and a sale process is underway.

By Dani James • April 14, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Lacoste partners with Netflix and is David’s Bridal considering bankruptcy?

The fashion brand is releasing a collection based on “Bridgerton” and other shows, while the wedding retailer could be looking at a Chapter 22.

By Retail Dive Staff • April 14, 2023

Walmart is selling Bonobos to Express, WHP Global for $75M

The retail giant paid more than four times that much when it acquired the DTC menswear brand six years ago.

By Daphne Howland • April 14, 2023

Hasbro hires Harley-Davidson CFO

Gina Goetter will transition from motorcycles to Monopoly as she takes the role at the toy company, which is set to cut 15% of its workforce this year.

By Elizabeth Flood • April 14, 2023

Rent the Runway names new CFO as it slogs toward profitability

The apparel rental service narrowed its losses in Q4, with revenue and active subscribers up from last year.

By Daphne Howland • April 13, 2023

Andy Jassy touts Amazon’s advertising potential

In his annual letter to shareholders, the e-commerce giant's chief executive compared the ad business to AWS, which he led for more than 20 years.

By Nate Delesline III • April 13, 2023

Senators press major retailers, brands on child labor in supply chains

Sens. Alex Padilla and John Hickenlooper questioned Walmart, Target, J. Crew and others about compliance practices after reports of exploitation in the U.S.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 13, 2023

Walmart e-commerce layoffs surpass 3K

The retail giant is letting go nearly 1,000 workers at a distribution center in Chino, California, amid plans to ramp up its use of robotics.

By Daphne Howland • April 13, 2023

More than 50K stores may close by 2027: UBS

Small chains are most at risk due to lack of capital to build an omnichannel offering.

By Nate Delesline III • April 12, 2023

Forma Brands exits bankruptcy, names previous Outdoor Voices exec CEO

The beauty company finalized its sale to investors, including Jefferies Finance, and appointed Cliff Moskowitz to the chief role.

By Dani James • April 12, 2023

Citing ‘tens of millions of dollars a year’ in losses, Walmart to close 4 Chicago stores

The retail giant has traditionally favored operating in suburban and rural areas, and is pulling back on its smaller Neighborhood Market locations.

By Daphne Howland • April 12, 2023

The Home Depot names vice president of its retail media network

Melanie Babcok takes on the role as many retailers delve into advertising as an additional revenue stream. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 12, 2023

Amazon begins charging for some returns made to The UPS Store

A fee will apply if an Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods or Kohl’s location is within the same distance or closer to the customer’s delivery address.

By Max Garland • April 12, 2023

Tonal founder Aly Orady steps down as CEO

Orady is transitioning to the chief technology officer position as the company closes $130 million in financing.

By Dani James • April 11, 2023

American Eagle jumps into secondhand sales via ThredUp

The retailer is the latest to sign onto the used-apparel site’s quickly expanding resale platform.

By Daphne Howland • April 11, 2023

Retail imports rising but will stay below pandemic peak: report

Large year-over-year import cargo declines in retail were skewed by unusually high volumes last year, according to the NRF and Hackett Associates.

By Nate Delesline III • April 11, 2023

How the pandemic’s e-commerce boom drove new packaging trends

Industry experts say the last three years have seen an uptick in “ships in own container” packaging as well as changes in design.

By Leslie Nemo • April 11, 2023

OSHA cites Dollar General store for ‘dangerous safety hazards’

The Pennsylvania store faces fines for blocked emergency exits and electrical panels — the latest in a series of in-store safety violations.

By Nate Delesline III • April 10, 2023

S&P Global takes Kohl’s down a notch after weak Q4

The retailer’s high C-suite turnover, its status as a department store and an uncertain economy could limit its progress this year, the ratings firm warned.

By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2023