Returnly debuts 'returnless refunds'

The post-purchase payments company aims to mitigate waste by providing more options through Green Returns.

By Caroline Jansen • May 23, 2019

The unicorns of retail

From Casper to Rent the Runway, four retail startups have hit $1 billion valuations in 2019. Here's a look at past and future plans for the companies.

By Cara Salpini • May 23, 2019

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What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.

By Retail Dive staff

Stein Mart adds Amazon lockers to 200 stores

Like Kohl's, the retailer hopes to drive traffic to stores through the partnership. But the e-commerce giant may be the real winner.

By Daphne Howland • May 22, 2019

Target grabs share as Q1 sales spike 5%

The mass merchant's digital sales boomed during the quarter, growing more than 40%, as customers flocked to its same-day fulfillment services.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 22, 2019

Urban Outfitters to launch apparel rental service

The retailer joins Ascena's Ann Taylor, Express, American Eagle and, of course, Rent the Runway in offering clothing rental in lieu of purchase.

By Daphne Howland • May 21, 2019

TechStyle pilots integration with Google's Shoppable Ads

The parent company of Fabletics, Savage X Fenty and JustFab teamed with social commerce platform Curalate to test the new ad format.

By Robert Williams • May 21, 2019

Modsy raises $37M in Series C funding

The online interior design service said it plans to further invest in 3D technology and expand its furniture marketplace.

By Caroline Jansen • May 21, 2019

Macy’s summer campaign heads outside with Pinterest Pincodes

This summer, visitors to gathering places like the Santa Monica Pier will be able to use their phones to scan and shop fashions curated for that location.

By Dianna Christe • May 20, 2019

Walmart posts best US comps in 9 years

The online giant posted e-commerce growth in the U.S. of 37% and overall comp sales growth of 3.4% as investments begin to pay off.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 16, 2019

Adobe aims for third-party sellers with Amazon integration

A new add-on helps merchants sync their sites with their Amazon accounts, but could have more impact once it's ready for Walmart's nascent marketplace.

By Daphne Howland • May 15, 2019

460K accounts accessed in Uniqlo Japan hack

Parent company Fast Retailing revealed that nearly half a million online user accounts were accessed between April 23 and May 10.

By Kaarin Moore • May 15, 2019

Google boosts shopping capabilities across search, images and YouTube

A newly revamped Google Shopping experience could help the company re-assert its product search capabilities amid growing competition with Amazon. 

By Robert Williams • May 15, 2019

Feather secures $12M in Series A funding, expands into LA

In addition to a West Coast expansion, the DTC furniture subscription company said it would use its latest funding to increase headcount.

By Caroline Jansen • May 15, 2019

Away's runway for growth expands with $1.4B valuation

With another $100 million in funding, the direct-to-consumer luggage brand plans to increase its assortment, physical footprint and international presence.

By Cara Salpini • May 15, 2019

Clean beauty brand to launch at 1,400 Target stores

The first brand from Offspring Beauty, a subsidiary company connected to Who What Wear, touts clean ingredients and low prices for its entry into the space.

By Cara Salpini • May 14, 2019

Walmart adds 1-day shipping as delivery battle heats up

The retailer's announcement raises the stakes for competitors and comes just weeks after Amazon upgraded its Prime delivery to next-day for many products.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 14, 2019

JD profits soar as Q1 beats expectations

The company is solidifying its partnerships in China with outside retailers, including Walmart.

By Daphne Howland • May 10, 2019

Overstock loss narrows as 'aggressive' cost cuts continue

Executives on Thursday said they aren't intimidated by rival Wayfair or even Amazon's move to speed up Prime shipping.

By Daphne Howland • May 10, 2019

Retail's 'survival of the fittest' will cull the weak, Moody's says

In a recent report, analysts noted that credit downgrades still far outpace upgrades as retailers with heavy debt loads and competitive markets struggle to keep up. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 10, 2019

Schick maker snags Harry's for almost $1.4B

The deal, like Unilever's purchase of Dollar Shave Club, is yet another signal that the old way of selling consumer products is on its way out.

By Daphne Howland • May 9, 2019

Buy, try, return, repeat: How fast fulfillment gives beauty retailers a competitive edge

In an industry where trying on is crucial to the experience, having the right operations in place to manage orders and returns is key.

By Jen A. Miller • May 9, 2019

Amazon rebrands Souq

Souq has grown throughout the Middle East since the U.S. e-commerce giant bought it two years ago, and the name change is set to boost that.

By Daphne Howland • May 2, 2019

Thinx now sold at b8ta stores

In an exclusive shared with Retail Dive, the period underwear brand's CEO called brick and mortar "critical" to expanding sales.

By Daphne Howland • May 1, 2019

A brush with change: 4 CEOs restyling beauty and personal care

What do Madison Reed, Glamsquad, Function of Beauty and Native have in common? They're all digital natives successfully operating in a crowded space.

By Cara Salpini • May 1, 2019

Will the future of shopping be livestreamed?

The feature has gained widespread popularity overseas recently, and with more companies adopting the concept, will it take off in the United States? Eight experts share their thoughts.

By Caroline Jansen • April 30, 2019