Target plans 100K seasonal hires as it looks to start discounts sooner

The retailer’s holiday price match guarantee will begin Oct. 6, the same day that its Deal Days start.

By Cara Salpini • Sept. 22, 2022

Macy’s partners with Kylie Cosmetics

A limited-edition holiday collection featuring cosmetics, gift sets and ornaments will be available online and in select stores Oct. 1.  

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 22, 2022

Halloween spending to surpass 2021 levels: NRF

Participation in the holiday is expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels as shoppers return to old habits.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 20, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Amazon invests $450M in driver program and Bed Bath & Beyond interim CEO could stay another year

The e-commerce giant will invest in benefits for its Delivery Service Partners, while Sue Gove will reportedly remain with the home retailer for now.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 16, 2022

Walmart leans into personalization with app, site upgrades

The retailer added new recommendation and visualization functions to digital apparel shopping and upgraded its gift registries, among other changes. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 14, 2022

Holiday spending to rise 7.1%: Mastercard

In its latest report, the credit card company anticipates shoppers will want discounts this holiday season to combat rising inflation. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 14, 2022

Holiday sales growth expected to slow this season: report

Inflation is projected to impact consumer spending overall, while e-commerce sales are expected to grow more this season according to Deloitte.

By Dani James • Sept. 13, 2022

Target partners with FAO Schwarz on exclusive, multiyear deal

The retailer's stores will feature a dedicated space for the toy company, with demonstrations at select stores throughout the holiday season.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 12, 2022

Party City to hire 20,000 temporary employees in time for holiday season

The theme party retailer said employees will work in 750 stores and 150 popups nationwide.

By Stephanie Arnold • Aug. 31, 2022

UPS peak surcharges to affect large shippers expecting strong holiday demand

The fee follows FedEx and the Postal Service announcing their own cost hikes.

By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2022

A must for your e-Commerce holiday strategy? A stellar customer experience

Find out how to elevate your e-Commerce customer experience and why it matters this holiday season.

Aug. 29, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Farfetch invests in Yoox Net-A-Porter, and Belk sues GameStop and former CEO

The retailer is taking over a 47.5% stake from Cartier-owner Richemont, and the department store accuses Nir Patel of poaching employees.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 26, 2022

How tensions between FedEx Ground and its contractors reached a boiling point

The logistics giant's model for independent delivery providers is broken, an analyst said. One contractor is leading a push for change.

By Max Garland • Aug. 26, 2022

Shoppers await price hikes, seek discounts ahead of the holidays: survey

Consumers say they are stressed about purchasing gifts due to inflation, and 56% want to buy during sales events like Labor Day and Black Friday. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 24, 2022

Major FedEx Ground contractor to stop delivering if agreement isn’t reached by Black Friday

Spencer Patton, who operates 225 routes in 10 states, has publicly pushed for better contract terms for delivery providers to account for inflationary pressures.

By Max Garland • Aug. 24, 2022

Turn curiosity into customers this holiday season

Today, omni and eCommerce retailers need to exceed the expectations of a new, intuitive shopper – a consumer that already expects a seamless experience that’s personalized to their needs.

By Christina Brandeberry • Aug. 22, 2022

Rising prices have made shoppers choosey, budget-minded and less loyal — but they’re still spending

With some relief at the pump for consumers in July, retail sales held steady against inflation. But the rest of the year could be tough as the holidays approach.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 18, 2022

Inflation drives shopping changes for 85% of consumers: survey

Low- and middle-income consumers could bear the brunt of inflation, creating trouble for retailers this holiday season, Morning Consult suggests.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 18, 2022

Amazon announces first peak season fee for its fulfillment services

The e-commerce giant said it previously absorbed the higher cost of holiday shipping, but added that seasonal expenses have reached new heights.

By Max Garland • Aug. 17, 2022

In the next few months, 60% of small retailers could shutter for good: report

Inflation, rent hikes and lower consumer spending are among the challenges that some indie stores say are making things worse than during the pandemic.

By Daphne Howland • July 19, 2022

Retail braces for the second half of the year, as cautious shoppers pay more but get less

June’s retail sales reflect a drastic change for consumers, who were supported by the government last year but are now squeezed by inflation.

By Daphne Howland • July 18, 2022

Amazon schedules Prime Day for mid-July

Most U.S. Prime members plan to shop the sale, but there’s evidence they’ll be cautious about spending and will also seek out deals at rivals.

By Daphne Howland • June 16, 2022

5 ways to maximize your revenue this Mother's Day

Gifters are eager to spoil their moms this year. So why not dazzle them during their hunt for the perfect gift?

By Melissa Lagomarsino • April 25, 2022

Urban Outfitters taps Club Monaco vet to lead namesake brand

The company's fourth quarter momentum petered out in January as shipping costs weighed on margins and traffic to stores fell off.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 11, 2022

Google's retail bets pay off during topsy-turvy holidays, ad revenue tops $61B

The tech giant is eyeing more shoppable opportunities in livestreaming, while its TikTok clone YouTube Shorts enters the "super early" testing phase. 

By Peter Adams • Feb. 2, 2022