Sears gets OK to tap $300M bankruptcy loan

Court approvals of the retailer's initial bankruptcy motions allow it to keep operating as Sears tries to repair its damaged supply chain and remind customers it's open for business. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 16, 2018

Just how much upside is there for J.C. Penney in Sears' bankruptcy?

With the bankruptcy of one of its biggest competitors, there is both upside and risk as J.C. Penney's own turnaround slogs on and new leadership takes over.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 16, 2018

Claire's exits Chapter 11 in time for the holidays

The company's restructuring didn't apply overseas, but Claire's said there aren't plans for major U.K. store closures despite reports to the contrary.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 16, 2018

Sears filed for Chapter 11 with plans to close 142 stores — now what?

As part of the retailer's plan to reorganize, CEO Eddie Lampert is stepping down as chief executive — at the same time his hedge fund is mulling a bid for Sears in Chapter 11.

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 15, 2018

Report: Walmart could overtake Amazon in online grocery this year

Walmart's rapid pickup and delivery expansion could give it the edge, while both companies are poised to steal significant market share from competitors in the years ahead, notes Deutsche Bank analyst Paul Trussell.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 15, 2018

Ross opens 40 more stores

The off-price retailer may be done with ribbon-cutting for the fiscal year, but its expansion plans aren't nearly complete.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 15, 2018

Walmart clasps category expertise with Bare Necessities buy

The deal comes weeks after the big-box retailer reportedly shelled out $100 million for plus brand Eloquii.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 15, 2018

Stitch Fix hit with flurry of lawsuits over growth claims

At issue are investor allegations the styling service made misleading claims about customer growth and retention and advertising plans.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 15, 2018

Kit & Ace churns out first profits under new ownership

The niche apparel company has teetered since its swift expansion two years ago. But a new focus on bike commuters has a promising start.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 15, 2018

Allbirds rakes in $50M to fuel store expansion

The digitally native brand just opened its first New York City flagship last month, but it's already plotting stores around the globe.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 12, 2018

Amazon to give additional pay bumps to make up for slashed bonuses

The pay bumps will only apply to some workers, but Amazon maintains that all employees "will see an increase in their total compensation as a result of this announcement."

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 12, 2018

Is Barnes & Noble's new concept store the answer to its woes?

The 17,400 square-foot-store "will combine the best of what we’ve learned from our other new stores," according to Carl Hauch, vice president of stores.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 12, 2018

New York Post: Buzzfeed opening toy store in time for the holidays

The plans, if true, reflect both the opportunity left by the demise of Toys R Us and the appeal of New York City for brick-and-mortar retail.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 12, 2018

Shopify opens brick-and-mortar space for entrepreneurs in LA

The permanent location features opportunities for support from staff and networking with fellow business leaders.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 12, 2018

Sears reportedly nearing bankruptcy deal to keep operating through holidays

A plan under negotiation now would allow the retailer to keep "some" stores open after a Chapter 11 filing — expect by Monday — while the company seeks a buyer, according to reports.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated Oct. 12, 2018

Deciem founder Brandon Truaxe ousted from company

The cult beauty brand shuttered most of its stores this week after unsettling remarks from founder Brandon Truaxe in videos and social media posts grabbed attention and headlines.

By Daphne Howland • Updated Oct. 12, 2018

Walgreens betting on strategic partnerships

The company's retail side is still being neglected in favor of its pharmacy and healthcare operations.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 12, 2018

Walmart grants $4M to support workforce education

The funding is part of the company's five-year, $100 million effort to improve training programs in retail and adjacent sectors.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 11, 2018

Amazon offers more Calvin Klein goods than Macy's

But that doesn't necessarily translate to a slam dunk in sales for the e-tailer or the brands it offers, according to Instinet analyst Simeon Siegel.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 11, 2018

Mattress Firm moves to close another 99 stores in bankruptcy

That brings the total of store closures at Mattress Firm to 405 just two weeks into Chapter 11. The retailer plans to close 700 in the restructuring process.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Oct. 18, 2018

Good thing J.C. Penney's new merchandiser is the CEO

Can Jill Soltau bring the struggling department store the turnaround it's been waiting for? There isn't much time to find out.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 11, 2018

Walmart sued over use of customer data online

At issue is Walmart.com's employment of Facebook's Pixel advertising tool.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 11, 2018

WeWork plans to open 500 WeMRKT stores

But it's not yet clear whether the coworking startup can make retail work.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 11, 2018

FAO Schwarz to return to New York City

The next phase of the iconic retailer's comeback, which also includes an overseas expansion, begins just in time for the holidays.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 11, 2018

DOJ clears CVS-Aetna union

Approval of the $69 billion deal comes with a condition to sell Aetna's Medicare Part D business. 

By Samantha Liss • Oct. 10, 2018