With fresh funding in hand, Outer sets sights beyond outdoor furniture, rugs

The DTC brand snapped up $10.5 million to help it grow its assortment, build on its sustainability efforts and expand on its unique showroom model.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 20, 2021

The middle class is stressed and the pandemic isn't helping

Consumer spending is inhibited by not only a stubborn wealth gap, but also the precarious finances of those who are doing okay.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 20, 2021

What 6 charts say about the pandemic's impact on retail

From store closures to foot traffic, here are various ways that the global health crisis impacted retail, and what it could mean for the future.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 19, 2021

Birkenstock reportedly in talks to sell to private equity

The nearly 250-year-old company is in advanced discussions to be acquired for about $5 billion, according to Bloomberg.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2021

Staples makes a $1B bid for Office Depot's retail business

The private equity-owned retailer is looking to combine the last major office box stores after ODP Corporation rebuffed a takeover earlier this year. 

By Daphne Howland , Ben Unglesbee • Updated June 7, 2021

Tuesday Morning CEO to depart

The off-price retailer is looking for a new leader at the top shortly after restructuring in Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 19, 2021

Ipsy to invest $7M in Black-owned brands

The updated investment comes after the beauty brand promised to dedicate $5 million to the development and amplification of beauty brands in June.

By Maria Monteros • Jan. 19, 2021

Ulta announces corporate layoffs, merchandising restructure

The retailer did not specify the number of employees impacted but stated that it eliminated roles "across all functions of the company." 

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 15, 2021

Biden details $1.9T pandemic relief package

The National Retail Federation hailed the plan's twin efforts to protect consumers and businesses, and get a grip on the escalating pandemic.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 15, 2021

Walmart e-commerce chief Marc Lore to retire

Digital sales at the retail giant have boomed, but the executive's trajectory through the company hasn't followed a straight line. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 15, 2021

Macy’s opens second Market by Macy’s strip center location

The department store is moving forward with a strategy, announced before the pandemic, to run smaller off-mall stores, but it has a lot to prove.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 14, 2021

Urban Outfitters names new CEO

Sheila Harrington, who currently runs the Free People brand, will continue in that role and replace Trish Donnelly as CEO. 

By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 14, 2021

Christopher & Banks files for bankruptcy, could close all stores

The women's apparel seller is among the victims of the pandemic, which dragged down demand among its core customers.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 14, 2021

'There are no environmentally friendly companies': The pursuit of corporate social responsibility

Home Depot and Ulta executives discuss what retailers should consider in forming corporate social responsibility plans, and how to succeed.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 14, 2021

A closer look at RH’s Aspen ‘ecosystem’

The brand last week made an investment into a major Colorado real estate development, which includes stores, restaurants, residences and a spa.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 14, 2021

By the numbers: Holiday retail sales in 2020

Kohl's comparable sales fell by 11% during the fourth quarter — an improvement over earlier periods — while it focused on cutting costs.

By Daphne Howland , Ben Unglesbee , Kaarin Moore • Updated Feb. 4, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond taps Target, Macy's vets to build out its marketing team

Jim Reath will serve as senior vice president of marketing, while Kristi Argyilan will act as senior vice president of brand innovation.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 13, 2021

Sephora rolls out action plan to address racial bias

The beauty retailer is implementing changes across marketing and merchandising, stores, and employee training.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 13, 2021

GameStop adds former Chewy execs to board as digital holiday sales balloon by 309%

The founder of the pet products e-tailer has taken an activist stake in GameStop and called on it to transform — immediately.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 12, 2021

Walmart to launch fintech startup with partner Ribbit Capital

The startup will be majority-owned by the retailer. Ribbit Capital's past investments include Affirm, Credit Karma and Robinhood.

By Anna Hrushka • Jan. 12, 2021

Dollar Shave Club names new CEO after founder steps down

Former Sur La Table CEO Jason Goldberger will replace Michael Dubin in the top spot. Dubin will remain on as a special adviser and board member.

By Maria Monteros • Jan. 12, 2021

Lululemon taps Nike veteran as head merchant

Blanca Gonzalez will lead global merchandising for men's and women's, and focus on growing the company into a "leader in technical apparel."

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 12, 2021

Art Van successor Loves Furniture files for bankruptcy

A real estate veteran created a new retailer to fill the void left by the furniture specialist. Things did not go as planned. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 11, 2021

Staples plans $2.1B takeover of Office Depot

Office Depot's board is looking into the offer, keeping in mind that the rivals' past two attempts to merge were thwarted by antitrust concerns. 

By Daphne Howland • Updated Jan. 12, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond's COO says the company is pivoting to a 'common-sense' supply chain model

The supply chain overhaul, an expected $250 million investment, is part of what will bring the retailer back to sustainable growth, according to executives.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 11, 2021