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Costco, Walmart join Biden administration’s supply chain data exchange
Fifty-three companies representing the end-to-end supply chain are now part of the Department of Transportation’s Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 15, 2023 -
Sponsored by Citizens Pay®
Buy now, pay later (BNPL) financing helps consumers pay for major milestones
As most Americans anticipate a major life event in the next decade, there’s ample opportunity for BNPL usage to grow.
May 15, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of GoodwillFinds.comTrendlineRetail Dive's outlook on 2023
A look at retail trends and forecasting for what retailers can expect in a year of economic uncertainty.
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Online prices continue to drop: Adobe
Online prices fell for the eight consecutive month, dropping 1.8% in April, according to a new report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 12, 2023 -
E-commerce, packaging demand dips are linked but don’t necessarily signal a wider downturn
Blaming softer e-commerce sales as the reason for falling demand in corrugated packaging and beyond may be “overblown,” sources say.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 12, 2023 -
Google starts testing generative AI in search, ads included
Ad placements will come with a “sponsored” label similar to conventional search as the AI race kicks into high gear.
By Peter Adams • May 11, 2023 -
Etsy introduces wedding registry service
Couples can pick out handmade or personalized products on the platform, as once popular retailers for the service disappear.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 11, 2023 -
Amazon pursues in-game shopping with Amazon Anywhere
Launching inside AR pet game Peridot, the tool allows shoppers to view and buy products without leaving the game environment.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 10, 2023 -
EBay Ventures invests in sporting goods marketplace SidelineSwap
SidelineSwap also received an investment by DSG Ventures — the corporate venture arm of Dick’s Sporting Goods — last fall.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 8, 2023 -
Amazon opens robotic fulfillment center in Connecticut
Employees will work alongside “thousands of robotic systems” to process smaller shipments such as books and toys, according to a spokesperson.
By Alejandra Salgado • May 8, 2023 -
‘We’ve chosen both’: How Nike aims to connect DTC and wholesale
While the athletics giant has invested heavily in its own digital channels and physical stores, the retailer is also trying to broaden its ecosystem to its wholesale partners.
By Cara Salpini • May 8, 2023 -
Sponsored by Oracle Retail
Oracle named a leader in retail price optimization applications worldwide
Learn why Oracle was named a leader in the IDC MarketScape Worldwide Retail Pricing 2023 Vendor Assessment.
By Rose Spicer • May 8, 2023 -
Sponsored by Deposco
Omnichannel fulfillment obstacles don’t have to hold you back
In a recent survey, 150+ leaders at retail organizations identified their top three omnichannel obstacles.
May 8, 2023 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Wilson opens on the West Coast and Revlon emerges from bankruptcy
Wilson Sporting Goods opened its latest location in Santa Monica while Revlon is now owned by its former lenders.
By Retail Dive Staff • May 5, 2023 -
Shopify reports $1.5B in revenue, lays off 20% of workforce
The company is also selling off its logistics business to Flexport, which will become Shopify's official logistics partner.
By Nate Delesline III • May 4, 2023 -
Farfetch launches European commercial partnership with Reebok
The new digital platforms are part of a larger plan by Reebok owner Authentic Brands Group to reposition its European e-commerce sites and expand its luxury product offerings.
By Lara Ewen • May 4, 2023 -
Wayfair debuts in-store digital design tech
The Digital Design Studio kiosk is being piloted at the home company’s AllModern store in Dedham, Massachusetts.
By Dani James • May 3, 2023 -
Deep Dive
What’s behind Walmart’s DTC selloffs?
The retail giant has been ditching its e-commerce acquisitions for years to refocus on its core. But it could also mean a fresh start for Eloquii and Bonobos.
By Dani James • May 3, 2023 -
PVH launches supplier finance program tied to sustainability goals
Vendors for the apparel company can get discounts on loans if they hit environmental and social targets.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 2, 2023 -
Klarna overhauls mobile app with AI-powered shopping feed
Other new features include tools for creators, a personal shopping assistant, new resell capabilities and a self-service advertising platform.
By Aaron Baar • May 1, 2023 -
Nordstrom cuts tech workforce
The layoffs come weeks after the company named a new chief technology and information officer.
By Kaarin Vembar • May 1, 2023 -
Pacsun turns to TikTok for livestream shopping
A digital and social push timed to summer continues the retailer's use of emerging channels like the metaverse to engage with young consumers.
By Chris Kelly • May 1, 2023 -
Sponsored by Square
The top retail trends in 2023
Discover the top trends in the retail industry for 2023.
May 1, 2023 -
Sponsored by Deposco
Closing the gap: what omnichannel retailers want to offer vs. what they’re capable of
Data shows retailers are facing several barriers to omnichannel fulfillment, including existing technology.
May 1, 2023 -
EBay introduces ‘Certified by Brand’ luxury resale program
The marketplace allows brands to scale their secondary market efforts, while shoppers gain access to more authenticated watches, handbags and jewelry.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 28, 2023 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Amazon winds down Halo, Academy Sports + Outdoors names CEO
The e-commerce giant will no longer support the devices, while the sporting goods retailer has promoted its chief merchandising officer to the top spot.
By Retail Dive Staff • April 28, 2023