What awaits retail on the other side of the pandemic

Everyone wants to get back to normal. Except maybe retailers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 8, 2021

Nordstrom leans on off-price, digital to chase customers and profits

The department store is phasing out HauteLook and making sweeping changes to how it works with suppliers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 5, 2021

Fearing store closures, mall landlords raise alarm about Sycamore's new version of Ascena

Simon Property Group claimed the recently created retail entity, which includes Ann Taylor and Lane Bryant, is a riskier venture than originally projected.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 5, 2021

Retailers tout initiatives for Black History Month

But many Black-owned brands are getting swept up in a public relations rush that could undermine their long-term success.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 5, 2021

Longtime L Brands CFO to retire, but not before Victoria's Secret spins off

Stuart Burgdoerfer will oversee the separation of the lingerie business from Bath & Body Works before he leaves in August, the company said.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 4, 2021

Hudson's Bay online marketplace will feature more than 500 third-party sellers

The retailer initially put a call out for Canadian vendors to become part of the digital initiative as it prepped to enter the space in February.

By Kaarin Moore , Daphne Howland • Updated March 22, 2021

Walmart acquires Thunder ad tech as it preps self-serve display portal

The platform could make advertising on Walmart properties more accessible to small brands, an important step in the retailer's race to catch up with Amazon.

By Peter Adams • Feb. 4, 2021

Sears is closing 13 more stores, further shrinking its footprint

The once-storied retailer is running low on stores to close, yet its extended liquidation never seems to end.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 4, 2021

What does a government reckoning with Google and Facebook mean for retail?

For many, the tech giants are key to customer acquisition online, and they dominate the market for digital advertising, making them all but unavoidable for retailers. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 4, 2021

Everlane taps Nike exec for first chief marketer

As it grows beyond its startup days, the DTC basics brand also named its first general manager of e-commerce, arriving from Rothy's.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 3, 2021

Ulta to double Black-owned brands by year's end

In a set of wide-ranging commitments that span several departments, the beauty retailer plans over $25 million in investments to further diversity efforts.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 3, 2021

Amazon posts a 'monster' Q4 with pandemic still driving demand

Sales in North America were up 40% as pandemic-wary shoppers tapped the e-commerce giant and its growing shipping empire. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 3, 2021

Casper taps Walmart e-commerce vet as COO

Charles Liu replaces Greg Macfarlane, who stepped down from the chief operating and CFO roles last May.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 3, 2021

DTC brand Native launches hair care line

The company, which primarily sells deodorants and soaps, is debuting its first line of hair products exclusively at Target.

By Maria Monteros • Feb. 3, 2021

8 DTC trends to watch in 2021

While the broader industry outlook remains uncertain, one thing is clear: Digitally native brands will continue to adapt and evolve in the year ahead.

By Caroline Jansen , Cara Salpini , Maria Monteros • Feb. 3, 2021

Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO

In the third quarter, the founder will be replaced by Andy Jassy, who now leads the company's profitable AWS cloud services unit.

By Daphne Howland • Updated Feb. 2, 2021

GameStop's stock exploded, but traffic to its stores is still down

Over 2020, visits to the retailer were down more than 27% at the gaming retailer, according to Placer.ai. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 2, 2021

Hudson's Bay lays off 600 store workers in Canada

The company, which also owns Saks Fifth Avenue and went private last year, said government-enforced lockdowns forced the workforce reduction.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 2, 2021

Kendra Scott steps down as CEO of namesake accessories company

Tom Nolan, who has been with the company since 2014, will take on the top role as Scott remains executive chairwoman and majority owner. 

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 2, 2021

Do malls have any business getting into retail?

REITs' expanding ownership of troubled retailers complicates an investment setup dependent on steady revenue.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 2, 2021

Toys R Us closes its last 2 US stores just over a year after re-launch

The stores were part of a joint venture with b8ta to re-launch the beloved retail brand and provide a marketing platform for toymakers. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 1, 2021

QVC launches livestream shopping channel on YouTube TV

The shopping network is now available on streaming services with a total of 8 million subscribers, including through Hulu + Live TV and AT&T TV.

By Maria Monteros • Feb. 1, 2021

Nike exec jumps to Crocs

Emma Minto had various leadership roles at the athletic powerhouse for 16 years, and makes the leap as demand for comfy footwear soars.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2021

Where to run a store now

The pandemic has changed some consumer habits for the long term, and that alters the retail landscape.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2021

Stores are open, but the pandemic keeps shoppers away

Despite effective vaccines and more government relief, consumers are playing it safe as COVID-19 cases continue to rise and variants emerge.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 29, 2021