Operations
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Party City to close all stores in bankruptcy
About 14 months after emerging from Chapter 11, the retailer finds itself in bankruptcy court once again. This time, it’s liquidating.
By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 23, 2024 -
The Container Store files for bankruptcy, but it’s business as usual
Thanks to an agreement with most of its term loan lenders, the retailer will keep its stores and website open and emerge as a private company.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 23, 2024 -
Trendline
Inside retail supply chains
Companies looking to curry favor with customers, trim logistical expenses and improve efficiency, are reorganizing operations.
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Big Lots to start going-out-of-business sales
The move comes as the company lays off over 500 employees at its corporate headquarters.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 20, 2024 -
Amazon, OSHA reach settlement over worker safety
Nine of 10 citations were withdrawn, though the e-tailer has agreed to pay more than 90% of the penalties and inspections continue, according to the Department of Labor.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 20, 2024 -
The Weekly Closeout: Walmart to invest $1.3B in Chile and what Nike’s stumble means for Foot Locker
The big-box retailer’s plans include 70 new stores across Chile, while the sportswear giant’s DTC about-face could be a boon to Foot Locker.
By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 20, 2024 -
Retail hiring down 5% in November
A shift in seasonal hiring from traditional retail roles to transportation and warehousing positions is underway, according to a new report.
By Howard Ruben • Dec. 20, 2024 -
Dollar Tree names Michael Creedon permanent CEO
Creedon, the retailer’s chief operating officer, has been serving as interim chief since November and takes the helm as it navigates several major initiatives.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Amazon workers on strike amid the holiday rush
Thursday’s action at various Teamsters locals comes days after the release of a Senate report critical of working conditions at the e-retailer’s warehouses.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Birkenstock closes out its fiscal year on a high note
The German footwear brand is carefully calibrating its wholesale and direct-to-consumer strategies, with plans to grow its store count by 50% next year.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 19, 2024 -
CFPB swats at retail credit cards
The federal agency warned companies issuing credit cards about illegal tactics, specifically calling out promotions that turn into “bait-and-switch” offers.
By Lynne Marek • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Tractor Supply plans big last-mile delivery upgrade
The retailer’s multiyear initiative will lead to more bulky products delivered via its in-house network, Chief Supply Chain Officer Colin Yankee said.
By Max Garland • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Best Buy leans on distribution upgrades for faster delivery
The electronics retailer opened a new distribution center in Texas and upgraded technology at a New York facility.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Should Macy’s be more like Dillard’s? Maybe.
Activist investors are focused on finances, but the struggling department store may benefit more from studying its rival’s retail chops.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 19, 2024 -
Walmart tests in-store body cameras for employees
The retailer is embarking on the pilot program in the name of safety. But one industry advocacy group says higher staffing and improved safety training and protocols are needed.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 18, 2024 -
J.C. Penney loss narrows in Q3 as sales declines continue
The department store has more flexibility than others attempting a turnaround, but ongoing top-line weakness clouds its longer-term prospects.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 18, 2024 -
SEC charges Express with failing to disclose $1M in perks to former CEO
The agency did not impose a penalty, though, in part because the apparel retailer self-reported.
By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 17, 2024 -
Slow website? It’ll cost you.
Three-quarters of consumers have simply abandoned a cart because of a slow website, Liquid Web found.
By Kristen Doerer • Dec. 17, 2024 -
Allegations of unsafe working conditions at Amazon come to a head with Senate probe, strike threat
“Our employees’ safety is and always will be our top priority,” an Amazon spokesperson said Monday.
By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 17, 2024 -
5 retailers that need a great 2024 holiday season
Some companies are coming off a tough quarter, while others switched leadership or are dealing with changing consumer behavior. But all of these retailers need a W.
By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 17, 2024 -
Vera Wang sells namesake brand to WHP Global
Wang will become a shareholder and continue to lead the label’s creative direction.
By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Academy Sports and Outdoors to expand Nike offerings amid declining sales
In April next year, the sporting goods retailer intends to introduce “full assortments” of the brand into more than 140 stores.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Gap launches elevated subbrand designed by Zac Posen
The line’s debut collection is holiday themed, with future launches planned for the spring.
By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Nordstrom and Macy’s abandoned the ‘retail inventory method’ after using it for decades. Here’s why.
The accounting practice, embraced by department stores in the 1920s, is outdated, skews key metrics and fosters bad decisions, analysts say.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 16, 2024 -
Dollar General scales back on temporary warehouses
The retailer plans to rely more on self-owned distribution centers to boost performance and capacity.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2024 -
RH to open 9 new design galleries next year in North America, Europe
The luxury home furnishings retailer also said possible tariff spikes are unlikely to affect margins as it works to eliminate sourcing from China.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 13, 2024