U.S. ports could experience slower growth rate during summer season

Many experts are expecting the rate to increase into autumn.

By Philip Nations • July 10, 2013

Bureau of Labor Statistics releases strong retail jobs report

Which economic factors remain of concern to retail experts?

By Philip Nations • July 9, 2013

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How artificial intelligence is shaping retail

More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.

By Retail Dive staff

Experts are skeptical over the future of Barnes & Noble

Does the struggling bookstore chain have staying power in retail?

By Philip Nations • July 8, 2013

Retail health clinics continue aggressive expansion

Which companies are driving the trend?

By Philip Nations • July 8, 2013

Target co-founder Dayton dead at 88

Douglas Dayton served as the company’s first president and CEO.

By Philip Nations • July 8, 2013

Retail rents on Long Island see sharp increase for merchants

What factors are contributing to a rising cost for physical store space?

By Philip Nations • July 3, 2013

Saint Laurent CEO resigns, reportedly headed to Apple

Could the former CEO be hired to head Apple’s retail division?

By Philip Nations • July 3, 2013

Paula Deen loses J.C. Penney support in latest retail snub

The number of big-name partners for the cook continues to dwindle.

By Brian Warmoth • July 1, 2013

Staples tries stocking decidedly non-office items for summer

Check out the logic behind its diversified inventory.

By Philip Nations • July 1, 2013

SF officials propose design changes to proposed Apple flagship store

What changes could be made before the company moves forward on the proposal?

By Philip Nations • July 1, 2013

PayPal launches into outer space commerce

PayPal Galactic could one pay for purchases on Mars.

By Philip Nations • June 28, 2013

Square plans e-commerce expansion with its own marketplace

This time, the payment company will be striking out head-on against Amazon.com and eBay.

By Philip Nations • June 27, 2013

Apple partners with Canadian retailers for technology shops

The move comes as booksellers look to improve their in-store offerings.

By Philip Nations • June 26, 2013

5 retail innovations that are solving online sizing

Fresh technology in fit guidance solutions is opening up doors in e-commerce.

By Philip Nations • June 25, 2013

Retail might experience a surprise in revenue reports

Redbook Research reports a slight decline in overall sales

By Philip Nations • June 25, 2013

Barnes & Noble loses over $100 million in revenue

The popular bookstore chain continues to experience financial hardship.

By Philip Nations • June 25, 2013

Staples debuts new omni-channel locations

Here's a look at what the new stores will provide.

By Philip Nations • June 24, 2013

Revenues for retail grocery stores increased in 2012

Does the future of grocery shopping lie in e-commerce?

By Philip Nations • June 21, 2013

Some brick-and-mortar retailers will see staggering expansion by 2018

Which retail formats could experience a surge in growth?

By Philip Nations • June 20, 2013

Chicago retail sector benefits from economic upswing

What economic factors are contributing to the declining vacancy rate?

By Philip Nations • June 20, 2013

6 retailers who figured out Pinterest

Here's a look at what they got right, even if they aren't focused on selling products.

By Linda Cui • June 20, 2013

RILA elects Sears president to board of directors

Will Ron Boire help the RILA push the Marketplace Fairness Act through?

By Philip Nations • June 20, 2013

AQUAhydrate prepares for aggressive U.S. expansion

The fitness water company continues to experience tremendous growth.

By Philip Nations • June 19, 2013

The weird reason why detergent is one of retailers' most stolen products

Laundry detergent now ranks No. 2 as the most-stolen retail item behind baby formula, according to a report.

By Philip Nations • June 19, 2013

Does Sears have a plan to reverse declining sales?

Some industry experts are skeptical as the company continues selling assets.

By Philip Nations • June 19, 2013