Organized retail crime bill passes House in bipartisan vote, heads to Senate

Industry groups have lobbied Congress to pass this legislation for years. But the impact on retailers’ efforts to prevent inventory loss remains unclear.

By Daphne Howland • May 13, 2026

Rent the Runway co-founder Jennifer Hyman steps down as CEO

Longtime Nordstrom veteran Teri Bariquit, once the department store’s chief merchant, will take over as interim chief executive officer and president.

By Daphne Howland • May 13, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

The state of retail operations

Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including shrink and fulfillment. 

By Retail Dive staff

Walmart to lay off or relocate 1,000 tech, product workers

The retailer's latest restructure is part of a broader globalization effort, according to an internal memo Tuesday.

By Dani James • May 13, 2026

Amazon expanding 30-minute delivery service to more cities

The offering, which leverages smaller fulfillment locations near customers, aims to reach tens of millions of people by the end of 2026.

By Max Garland • May 12, 2026

Bob’s Discount Furniture opens first combo store-distribution center

The retailer is monitoring the concept and may replicate it in the future, Chief Operating Officer Ramesh Murthy said. 

By Alejandra Carranza • May 12, 2026

Ulta Beauty to offer products via Uber Eats

The beauty retailer has previously partnered with Instacart and DoorDash as the fast delivery market grows.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 12, 2026

Is Heidi O’Neill exactly what Lululemon needs?

Negative opinions have proliferated since she was named to the top spot, but analysts say critiques are overblown.

By Cara Salpini • May 12, 2026

Carter’s interim CEO: ‘We’re in line for our refund’

Richard Westenberger said that the company has filed for around $130 million in refunds from the government due to IEEPA-related tariff charges.

By Kaarin Moore • May 11, 2026

Simon Property Group drops effort to evict Saks Global stores behind in rent

The parties have settled a dispute that threatened to derail progress in Saks’ effort to exit bankruptcy court next month.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. subsidiary closing Tennessee office

The Brand House Collective, formerly known as Kirkland’s Home, will close its Brentwood office —  impacting 88 employees.

By Dani James • May 11, 2026

Mattel shareholder pushes company to explore sale

The investment management firm laid out scenerios where the toy company could be acquired by private equity, Hasbro or a media business. 

By Kaarin Moore • May 8, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: ThredUp’s revenue jump and the interview that shook retail

The resale platform also saw active buyers grow, while the only thing more surprising than GameStop’s bid on eBay may have been the events that followed.

By Retail Dive Staff • May 8, 2026

Lee jeans up for sale in surprise Kontoor move

The company also owns Wrangler, which it says will be a $5 billion brand, and last year bought Norwegian outdoor apparel maker Helly Hansen.

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2026

Target shuffles merchandising leadership with slate of new SVPs

The mass retailer continues to revamp its leadership team as it works to regain product authority.

By Dani James • May 7, 2026

Ace Hardware releases AI assistant for store staff

Hey ARMA gives associates access to product knowledge, project advice and recommendations. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 7, 2026

Walmart, Costco poised to win amid unfavorable retail environment

Moody’s is maintaining a negative outlook for the industry in 2026 as high prices and dwindling consumer demand pressure retailers.

By Lara Ewen • May 6, 2026

SEC unveils blueprint for ditching quarterly reporting

The proposal is part of the “Make IPOs Great Again” push aimed at reducing the “rigidity” of rules governing public companies, SEC Chair Paul Atkins said Tuesday.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 6, 2026

REI reports flat sales, narrower losses as store workers call for a boycott

The REI Union said a boycott of the retailer’s anniversary sale is the only way to be heard, as contract talks ended last week without an agreement.

By Daphne Howland • May 5, 2026

Gap co-founder Doris Fisher dies at 94

Fisher and her husband Donald founded the company in 1969. The first Gap store opened in San Francisco and only sold men’s jeans and music. 

By Kaarin Moore • May 5, 2026

Victoria’s Secret & Co. faces off with activist investor, again

BBRC wants shareholders to vote against reelecting two directors on the retailer’s board — a move that comes a few weeks before Victoria’s Secret’s poison pill expires.

By Dani James • May 5, 2026

GameStop’s $56B eBay bid aims to create collectibles powerhouse

The gaming retailer submitted an unsolicited acquisition proposal for the online marketplace and suggested its store fleet could serve as eBay's fulfillment network.

By Dani James • May 4, 2026

Saks Global expects to exit bankruptcy in June with $1.2B in debt

The luxury retail conglomerate said it would be profitable in three years and that, starting next fiscal year, revenue growth would average 7% annually.

By Daphne Howland • May 4, 2026

Amazon opens logistics network to all businesses

Amazon Supply Chain Services covers freight, distribution, fulfillment and parcel delivery, including for non-Amazon sellers, with Lands' End among its users.

By Max Garland • May 4, 2026

Puma names new CFO, touts turnaround progress

The activewear brand will lean on a Hugo Boss alum to help steer its ongoing turnaround efforts as it seeks to rightsize inventory and reduce costs.

By Grace Noto • May 4, 2026

Target launches new kind of supply chain facility

The Houston Receive Center gives the retailer more inventory-holding capacity before sending products to downstream locations.

By Max Garland • May 4, 2026