Operations

  • People walk past an Under Armour storefront with mannequins in athleticwear on display.
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    Under Armour CEO: ‘Most disruptive’ phase of turnaround is over

    Revenue in Q3 was down 5% to $1.3 billion, but executives believe declines in North America have hit the bottom of their trajectory.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Saks Global brings back Neiman Marcus exec to oversee marketing, e-commerce

    Cheryl Han, who joined Saks Global’s leadership early last year but left months later, has taken the dual role of chief marketing and digital officer.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    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
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    The Weekly Closeout: Layoffs jump in January and Walmart hits $1 trillion market cap

    Last month was the biggest dip in hiring since the Great Recession. Meanwhile, the big-box retailer reached a milestone. 

    By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 6, 2026
  • A fresh sushi bar at Walmart's new Jacksonville, Florida, Supercenter.
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    Walmart debuts latest Supercenter in Jacksonville, Florida

    The mass retailer's new location features a fresh sushi bar and follows the opening of another Supercenter in the state about a month ago.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    Coty partners with OpenAI

    The company is weaving AI throughout its business as the technology serves as “an efficiency enhancer” for creativity and strategic thinking.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 5, 2026
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    Canada Goose picks longtime executive to lead North America

    Patrick Bourke has been at the brand for a decade and replaces Ana Mihaljevic as president of that business, where sales grew 20% at the holidays.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    Designer Brands confirms layoffs

    The parent company of DSW said the action was taken to simplify its organizational structure and reduce complexity. 

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
  • A Nike employee talks and walks on a Nike-branded, black basketball court
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    Nike under investigation for alleged discrimination against White workers

    The activewear giant called the EEOC’s recent attempt to enforce an administrative subpoena a “surprising and unusual escalation.”

    By Ryan Golden • Feb. 5, 2026
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    "Woodbury Common Premium Outlets" by llee_wu is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0
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    Border patrol, Canadian ire dampening traffic at Simon malls

    CEO David Simon on Monday said he expects tariffs to continue to weigh on retailers this year, but shrugged off the impact of bankruptcies.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
  • A Saks store in Chicago.
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    Who controls Saks Global’s IP?

    Authentic Brands Group now owns 77% of the entity that controls a perpetual master license to Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

    By • Feb. 4, 2026
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    "Monticello, Jefferson County, Florida" by Michael Rivera is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
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    Private equity firm acquires Buddy’s Home Furnishings

    The rent-to-own furniture company is gaining partners who “value our franchise network,” according to CEO Michael Bennett. 

    By • Feb. 4, 2026
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    Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. to acquire Tokens.com

    The home retailer is building a tokenized investment platform, supporting its larger goal of being involved in home financing.

    By • Feb. 4, 2026
  • Aerial view of Walmart truck in front of storefront
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    Walmart readies cross-border shipping program for sellers

    Launching early this year, Walmart Exports will allow eligible products to be delivered from the U.S. to shoppers in Mexico and Canada.

    By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2026
  • Avery Baker, Arc'teryx chief brand officer
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    Arc’teryx brings on Tommy Hilfiger vet as first chief brand officer

    Avery Baker has been appointed to the newly created role. Meanwhile, the outdoor clothing company’s new general manager for EMEA is from Celine. 

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 3, 2026
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    Rhone launches resale program

    ReRhone is powered by resale tech platform Archive and debuts with branded inventory sourced from customer returns.

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 3, 2026
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    Peloton lays off 11% of workforce

    The move is part of the company’s previously announced restructuring plan that aims to generate $100 million in cost savings by the end of fiscal 2026.

    By • Updated Feb. 4, 2026
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    QVC introduces new beauty, wellness products

    The categories are a top priority for 2026, as parent company QVC Group continues to execute on a turnaround.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 3, 2026
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    Claire’s names chief brand officer

    Michelle Goad, who most recently served in an executive role at Gap Inc., is tasked with transforming the tween retailer's mall-oriented store footprint.

    By • Feb. 3, 2026
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    Amazon’s luxury storefront will carry on with or without Saks

    Less than a year ago Saks Fifth Avenue began curating a high-end assortment for the e-commerce giant, but the two are now at odds.

    By • Feb. 3, 2026
  • An Eddie Bauer mall store entrance mimics a log cabin, with faux wooden pillars and pitched roof.
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    Most US Eddie Bauer stores likely to close as operator preps bankruptcy

    Authentic Brands Group, which owns the brand’s intellectual property, last month shifted its e-commerce and wholesale licenses to another company.

    By • Feb. 2, 2026
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    Genesco CFO to exit

    Sandra Harris is leaving the company after nearly a year and a half, with CEO Mimi Vaughn taking on interim duties until the company names a replacement.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 2, 2026
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    The Vitamin Shoppe opens AI-enabled store in NYC

    The location debuts the company’s Shoppe Advisor, an AI-powered discovery tool that focuses on in-store education, engagement and personalization. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 2, 2026
  • Target storefront in Alexandria, Virginia
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    Target, Walmart usher in new CEOs

    Michael Fiddelke reiterated his top priorities after taking on the position at Target. Meanwhile, Walmart's John Furner paid tribute to his predecessor.

    By • Feb. 2, 2026
  • A woman wearing a yellow safety vest works on a laptop in a well-lit warehouse, holding a blue clipboard. She appears focused and diligent.
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    Sponsored by GXO Logistics

    Small operational gains, big impact: Building fulfillment agility

    Retailers and brands often chase adaptable fulfillment operations through sweeping transformations.

    By Jeff Kellan, Division President, Omnichannel Retail & CPG, GXO • Feb. 2, 2026
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    Saks Global retreats from off price, closing most stores and all e-commerce

    Just a dozen Saks Off 5th locations will stay open, and they’ll sell only residual inventory from Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

    By • Jan. 30, 2026