Saks taps luxury retail veteran as fashion director

The position has been vacant since former Harrods chief merchant Marigay McKee left the job after just 15 months.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 10, 2015

Big changes at Macy's hint at an overall growth strategy

In two separate announcements Tuesday, the retailer said that it will close up to 40 stores early next year, as well as partner with Best Buy to sell consumer electronics. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 9, 2015

Google to test fresh grocery delivery this year

Going up against AmazonFresh, the service will launch in two cities. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Sept. 9, 2015

FTC steps up scrutiny of Staples-Office Depot Merger

The agency is asking competitors in the contract business space to weigh in on the merger, and its decision could come in October, or even later.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 9, 2015

New mattress start-ups could keep traditional retailers up at night

If department stores and mattress specialty stores aren’t worried about the new lean upstarts in the mattress business, they probably should be.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 9, 2015

H&M to expand fair wage program to most factories in Asia

The company has found that better pay and other improvements led to less worker absenteeism and better retention.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 9, 2015

UPDATE: Quiksilver files for bankruptcy protection

The retailer suffered from rapid expansion that led to many inconsistencies with the brand. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 9, 2015

The British are coming: What to expect from Primark's US launch

Fast fashion retailer Primark is landing in the U.S. just as some apparel retailers here seem to be turning things around.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 8, 2015

Vendors nervous about American Apparel's prospects

The retailer is facing bankruptcy, worker unrest, and legal troubles with its founder, and now at least one vendor is suing over unpaid bills.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 8, 2015

Re/Code: Uber retail delivery partnerships to be announced soon

Package delivery seems like a slam-dunk for Uber, but so far it pales compared to its global ride-hailing service.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 8, 2015

Amazon launches restaurant delivery in Seattle

The e-retail giant is also hiring for a restaurant division in New York. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 8, 2015

Star Wars: The Force awakens retail

The new Star Wars movie's much anticipated release could be a merchandising bonanza spanning from last week's "Force Awakens Friday" until the holidays.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 4, 2015

E-book sales fall after prices rise

In the absence of the tight-fisted control Amazon once had, the market will need time and experimentation to find the sweet spot in pricing.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 4, 2015

Delia's betting on nostalgia for its comeback

Early fans of Delia's famous catalog who are all grown up will soon be able to buy jeans and other clothing in adult sizes.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 4, 2015

Is CVS' tobacco-sales ban helping the US quit smoking?

Results of a study looking at tobacco sales commissioned by the drugstore retailer are debatable, but some advocates say they’re significant.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 3, 2015

After union complaint, Wal-Mart reopening 5 stores it abruptly closed

The retailer says that stores in several states were shuttered and workers laid off due to plumbing issues and store upgrades.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 3, 2015

Net-a-Porter founder quits ahead of Yoox merger

Natalie Massenet resigned as executive chairman of the company and will not become chairman of the merged company as previously planned. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 3, 2015

New rule could bring gap between retail CEO, worker pay into sharp relief

Some praise the looming pay rule, saying it’s useful to see which companies are responsible for the country’s wage gap, while critics condemn it as a shaming tactic.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 3, 2015

Asos founder steps down as CEO after 15 years

These days the British e-retailer must concentrate on growth and strategy more than vision and drive, so having its COO take over makes sense.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 2, 2015

Kmart to pay $1.4M in Medicare inducement case

The infractions occurred from June 2011 to June 2014 came to light thanks to a whistleblower, who will share the proceeds of the fine with the government.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 2, 2015

Dollar Tree shows strength after Family Dollar merger

The retailer is asking for time post-merger to figure out major issues like merchandising and store location, but is proving to be a capable rival to Wal-Mart Stores.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 2, 2015

Lululemon unveils its new approach to yoga pants

Could this move introduce a new era in “athleisure” street wear?

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 2, 2015

Apple exec move shows that luxury is getting serious about e-commerce

A recent report predicted that web sales could make up to 18% of luxury sales by 2025. 

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 2, 2015

PayPal consumer business exec Hill Ferguson resigns

The company's consumer and merchant operations will be consolidating under Bill Ready. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Sept. 1, 2015

After wage hikes, Wal-Mart cutting hours in certain stores

The retailer’s recent pay boost is ballooning costs, but is curtailing staff schedules the answer when shelves are empty and stores are dirty?

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 1, 2015