Construction wraps up on New Jersey's $6B American Dream project

The venue is expected to pull in tourists from outside of the area to become a destination on its own. The developer aims to attract 40 million visitors a year.

By Jennifer Goodman • Dec. 20, 2019

Rite Aid finds 'momentum' as it returns to profitability in Q3

The drugstore retailer got a boost from its pharmacy services unit as it tries to engineer a lasting turnaround. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 19, 2019

L Brands downgraded as changing tastes present 'significant risk'

Moody's analysts noted the company still had scale and a big customer base, but sales declines at Victoria's Secret are dragging on its finances.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 18, 2019

Ulta promotes 4 high-level execs

Reorganization at the beauty retailer has led to a new chief marketing officer, chief merchandising officer, chief digital officer and head of international.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 18, 2019

Poor inventory management weighs down the apparel industry

Tariffs and changing tastes may be challenges, but they don't explain the inventory management flaws underlying the modern apparel industry.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 18, 2019

Retail to keep growing in 2020 as investments pay off, Moody's says

Analysts expect "broad-based" increases in operating profit, but not every sector of the industry will enjoy growth. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 17, 2019

6 senior execs out at Bed Bath & Beyond

CEO Mark Tritton said the departures, which include its chief marketing officer and chief merchandising officer, are the first of many steps in the retailer's turnaround.

By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 17, 2019

November's sluggish retail sales aren't worrying the industry yet

Independent and NRF analysts blamed the late Thanksgiving holiday for an industry performance that fell short of expectations. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 16, 2019

Hudson's Bay chairman reportedly considering upping buyout offer

The investors looking to take the retailer private have been talking with minority shareholders, including a vocal opponent to the original offer.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated Jan. 2, 2020

Retailers edging toward the brink

They may be healthy compared to distressed peers, but there are plenty of retailers challenged by sales declines that could face deeper trouble ahead.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 16, 2019

Trump cancels Dec. 15 China tariffs

The cancellation of tariffs on $120 billion worth of goods was anticipated, given its timing close to the holiday season and the large number of consumer products the list targeted.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 13, 2019

J. Jill downgraded after marketing and merchandise misses drag sales

S&P Global analysts said the apparel seller's debt could become unsustainable if margins and sales continue eroding. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 13, 2019

Kate Spade CEO to exit

Anna Bakst will leave by the end of the year as the company struggles to find its footing within the larger Tapestry conglomerate. 

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 13, 2019

Bonobos founder Andy Dunn to leave Walmart

The executive said on LinkedIn he would leave early next year. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 12, 2019

The Children's Place lowers Q4 guidance

The kids apparel retailer adjusted its outlook due to "meaningfully weaker than planned mall traffic," sending shares down nearly 23%.

By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 12, 2019

Lululemon executes on strategic plan, with 38% men's growth

Digital comps also increased 30% and contributed $247 million to total revenue, or close to 27%.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 12, 2019

Michaels downgraded after Q3 exposes 'weakening' competitive foothold

The retailer's comparable sales recently fell more than 2% as competitors across the industry try to cash in on the crafting boom. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 12, 2019

Nike expands swimwear to include a swim hijab

The swimwear expansion is the brand's latest effort to reach new customers with performance-focused athletic wear.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 12, 2019

Glimmers of hope at Francesca's

Despite a rash of store closures, the retailer finally got comps into positive territory after 10 quarters of declines, and is ready for a new CEO.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 11, 2019

GameStop's year gets bleaker as comps plunge 23%

The retailer's CEO said declines across its business were in line with a gaming industry stuck in transition between consoles.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 11, 2019

American Eagle bets on denim, lingerie with Aerie comps rising 20%

Fashion misses and some bad luck with the weather hurt the teen retailer in the third quarter, but mostly it's stealing share in those categories.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 11, 2019

Hudson's Bay loss widens amid takeover battle

With competing take-private bids that await shareholder approval, the company says it's working to focus on its department stores and cut costs.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 10, 2019

Away CEO replaced by Lululemon exec

Co-founder Steph Korey will stay on as executive chairman after exiting the role, on the heels of an investigation by The Verge into company culture.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 10, 2019

Chewy posts 40% net sales growth

While the company isn't yet profitable, CEO Sumit Singh credited the sales boost in the quarter to investments in its private brands and pharmacy services.

By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 10, 2019

Stitch Fix hits 3.4M active clients, announces new president

The apparel styling service also reported that CFO Paul Yee is leaving the company "to pursue other career opportunities." 

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 10, 2019