What to watch in the DTC space in 2023

Increased competition, layoffs and shifting channels are a few challenges direct-to-consumer brands are facing this year.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 13, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Adidas left with $1.3B in Yeezy shoes, Dick’s Sporting Goods, NCAA partner for March Madness

The activewear brand ended its relationship with Ye last October with lots of inventory, while Dick’s is the exclusive partner for the championship season.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 10, 2023

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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

Ulta tops $10B in revenue as beauty stays resilient

The retailer saw double-digit growth across all major categories, with new brands and product innovation helping to increase sales in the fourth quarter.

By Dani James • March 10, 2023

Carhartt workwear partners with resale company Trove

The heritage workwear and apparel brand plans to pilot the program across six U.S. stores before expanding nationwide later this year.

By Natalie Schwartz • March 7, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Walmart lands $1B a month in orders fulfilled by stores, Parade heads to Target

Store fulfilled delivery sales have nearly tripled in two years at the big-box retailer, and the DTC intimates brand inks another major wholesale deal.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 3, 2023

Target to broaden assortment of products priced $15 and under

The retailer is leaning further into its "Tarjay" reputation and will also expand its Apple and Ulta shop-in-shops.

By Kaarin Moore • March 3, 2023

Target profits continue to slide as discretionary purchases slow

The retailer said consumer spending on essentials, like food, helped offset inflation-driven sales slides in discretionary buys.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 28, 2023

Etsy climbs, eBay earnings slide in Q4 and ‘22

The two marketplaces will benefit from an economic environment where consumers want deals, analysts say.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 24, 2023

The Backroom: What the ‘MetaBirkin’ NFT verdict means for art and commerce

The team chats about how Hermès' legal win impacts retail at large, and why Mason Rothschild plans to appeal.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 23, 2023

2023 will be a ‘reset year’ for the footwear industry: NPD

Sales might finally stabilize in the sector, and casual shoes will continue to grow as shoppers prioritize necessities.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 21, 2023

Credit card debt surpasses pre-pandemic levels: Fed

Despite a pause in payments required for federal student loans, younger borrowers particularly are showing higher credit card delinquencies.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 21, 2023

‘I wanted to go back to building’: Why Lively’s founder pivoted from selling bras to functional beverages

Michelle Cordeiro Grant is focused on bringing wellness to the energy drink category through the launch of her new brand, Gorgie.

By Dani James • Feb. 21, 2023

Smooth sailing ahead for (most) off-price retailers

TJX is a standout in a space that continues to benefit from a dicey economy, while Nordstrom Rack struggles to gain a foothold.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 17, 2023

[Podcast] Conversations in CX

This podcast series explores the customer experience related to CPaaS, the future of retailer technology, leadership, and social commerce.

By Retail Dive's studioID • Updated March 7, 2023

Nearly 70% of consumers to cut back on nonessential spending: report

Inflation is influencing consumers’ shopping habits, according to a survey by PwC. But, luxury buyers may be insulated from the trend.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 16, 2023

Instagram sunsets live shopping as commerce retreat continues

The move, which goes into effect March 16, follows the removal of the Shop tab this month and arrives amid a period of revenue declines. 

By Peter Adams • Feb. 15, 2023

What it takes to be a successful DTC brand in 2023

Direct-to-consumer darlings like Warby Parker and Allbirds helped pave the way for more brands to enter the space. But now, the playbook has changed.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 15, 2023

What lies ahead for retail in 2023

Value-conscious consumers, rising layoffs and new leadership at some of retail’s major players are just a few forces shaping the industry so far.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 13, 2023

The top retail trends for 2023

Discover the top trends in the retail industry for 2023. 

By Maya Rollings • Feb. 6, 2023

Ikea partners with Annie Leibovitz for Life at Home Report project

The famous photographer, which the retailer has named its artist in residence, will take portraits of people inside their homes all over the world. 

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Feb. 1, 2023

Canada Goose, Francesca’s launch resale options

The used goods market is booming, crossing categories and price points, and is mostly growing online with the help of third-party platforms.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 31, 2023

E-commerce sales exceeded $1 trillion in 2022: report

Total digital retail commerce hit a record in Q4 last year, reaching $332.2 billion, according to Comscore.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 31, 2023

Leverage your advantages: 4 ways small businesses can hit the ground running in 2023

With the new year comes a fresh slate full of opportunity, and what you do in the beginning of the year can help set you up for success in the months to come.

Jan. 30, 2023

Levi’s CEO: ‘The skinny jean is not going anywhere’

Baggy styles are on-trend and selling, but the closet staple is hanging around. Meanwhile, the company sees inventory returning to normal by mid-year.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 26, 2023

Mobile commerce is on the rise, but obstacles remain

A third of U.S. consumers who don’t shop on their phones said that’s because it’s easier to shop on a computer, Forrester found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 25, 2023