Stanley launches take-back program

The brand, known for its tumblers, is furthering its “Built for Life” promise by offering a $5 discount code to customers who send back eligible products.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 30, 2025

ChatGPT lets shoppers buy products within the platform

Launching first in partnership with Etsy and Shopify, the Instant Checkout functionality has the potential to rival Amazon and Google, one expert said.

By Dani James • Sept. 30, 2025

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

Retail sites are riddled with accessibility issues. It could cost you this holiday season.

Retailers risk lost holiday sales if accessibility issues block the path to purchase.

By AudioEye • Sept. 29, 2025

SEC says former RadioShack buyer ran a Ponzi scheme, unprofitable brands

The federal regulator alleged that REV’s co-founders misled investors about the profitability of its retail portfolio, which also included Stein Mart and Dress Barn, and misappropriated investor funds. 

By Dani James • Sept. 26, 2025

Depop debuts Outfits feature for style inspiration

The resale platform aims to make itself a daily destination with a shoppable, in-app collage tool. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Microsoft, Curated for You collaborate on AI-based fashion discovery

Microsoft Copilot can now respond to conversational queries with context-aware, shoppable curations. Retailers like Rent the Runway and Steve Madden are already on board. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Etsy adds new AI-driven seller features

The company is rolling out a suite of optional tools to help merchants update listings and communicate with buyers faster. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Sephora cozies up to beauty creators with new affiliate program

My Sephora Storefront allows U.S. influencers to build shoppable digital storefronts and arrives as sales from affiliate marketing continue to grow.

By Jessica Hammers • Sept. 24, 2025

Warby Parker’s Neil Blumenthal on what’s next for the brand

The co-founder and co-CEO discusses the brand’s store expansion, its partnership with Target and the decision to sunset an iconic aspect of its business.

By Caroline Jansen • Sept. 23, 2025

AI shopping tools are evolving, but are they ready for the holidays?

Most consumers are open to generative AI-powered guidance, but only 3% will start their shopping journey with a ChatGPT-type search, according to Coveo.

By Bryan Wassel • Sept. 22, 2025

How Target is rethinking search for generative AI

While most shoppers are still using one or two keywords for a traditional online search, longer, more complex queries are on the rise.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 19, 2025

Amazon taps agentic AI to help sellers manage inventory, shipments

An enhanced version of the e-commerce giant’s Seller Assistant tool can flag slow-moving products, product safety violations and compliance requirements.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 18, 2025

No US stores in Forever 21’s comeback plans

The fast-fashion brand, whose U.S. operator went bankrupt this year, has inked three new partnerships for its e-commerce and wholesale businesses.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 18, 2025

Amazon adds Walmart, Shopify, Shein to Multi-Channel Fulfillment coverage

The announcement is one of several logistics and fulfillment upgrades for sellers the e-commerce giant revealed Thursday.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 18, 2025

Rent the Runway says its CX efforts are paying off. The financials aren’t as rosy.

The clothing rental company saw active subscriber growth and improved NPS, but reported a net loss of $26.4 million and increased prices for subscriptions.

By Kristen Doerer • Sept. 18, 2025

Pinterest brings ‘where-to-buy’ links to image ads

Available to U.S. advertisers in the coming weeks, the platform found the links drove higher user engagement compared to other campaigns.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 17, 2025

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event returns in October

The sale, which marks the company’s kickoff to the holiday shopping season, is scheduled for Oct. 7 and Oct. 8. 

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 16, 2025

Target goes after fall shoppers with style Instagram relaunch

The retailer will debut a fresh creative vision for @TargetStyle during New York Fashion Week and is rolling out a “Forever Fall” marketing campaign.

By Dani James • Sept. 12, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Walmart to launch in South Africa and Mary Dillon exits Foot Locker

The big-box retailer will reveal opening dates in October, while the former CEO and other executives departed the sportswear company.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 12, 2025

Gen Z pullback could send holiday sales down 5%: PwC

Older generations are cutting back a bit or even spending more, but these younger consumers’ budgets are down nearly a quarter, the firm found.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 11, 2025

Holiday sales could grow up to 3.4%: Deloitte

The firm predicts that sales between November and January could reach $1.62 trillion, with e-commerce sales projected to grow up to 9%.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 10, 2025

Walmart deepens collectibles offering with live shopping series

The weekly episodes, in partnership with TalkShopLive and WeTheHobby, will give viewers access to exclusive product drops, giveaways and content.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 9, 2025

Etsy expands CTO role as product chief exits

Longtime Etsy executive Rafe Colburn has taken on duties from Nick Daniel, who was chief product officer until Friday.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 9, 2025

Amazon is cutting legacy users off from this free shipping perk

Prime Invitee, which technically ended a decade ago, allowed users to share free shipping with people outside their household.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 5, 2025

De minimis’ end: How shippers are adapting for peak season and beyond

Experts foresee hurdles in both pricing and logistics for importers that have relied on the duty exemption for sub-$800 goods.

By Max Garland • Sept. 4, 2025