Are Amazon's buybacks a sign that the growth machine is slowing?

When it comes to spending billions on shareholders, the e-commerce giant is getting a taste of what financial life is like for legacy retailers.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 22, 2022

L.L. Bean sales spiked 14% last year as more consumers played outdoors

Sales at the privately held retailer hit $1.8 billion thanks in part to heightened demand, omnichannel investment, and international and wholesale expansions.

By Daphne Howland • March 21, 2022

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The state of loss prevention in retail

The types of losses attributed to retail theft has become more apparent — as is the need for more in-depth reporting and prevention strategies. 

By Retail Dive staff

Foot Locker names first president of global brands

Samantha Lomow joins the athletics retailer from Hasbro, and will oversee a brand portfolio that's expanded in recent months.

By Cara Salpini • March 21, 2022

Target, Amazon debut sustainable store concepts

Target introduced its first net zero energy store, while an Amazon Fresh store is pursuing a net zero carbon certification. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 21, 2022

As it plots 'significant expansion,' On will partner with Dick's and launch new products

The running brand plans to vastly increase its product offerings in the running, outdoor and lifestyle categories.

By Cara Salpini • March 21, 2022

Can Macy's hit the private label bull's-eye?

Hiring former Target designers is a sign the department store is serious about its promise to overhaul its own brands. But that won't be enough.

By Daphne Howland • March 21, 2022

TikTok’s retail engine is revving up, but are brands successful at driving sales?

 Four steps to building positive brand experiences and driving sales on TikTok

March 21, 2022

VF Corp names Kevin Bailey global brand president of Vans

Bailey was president of the brand from 2009 to 2016 — a time when revenue grew to over $2 billion.

By Kaarin Moore • March 18, 2022

GameStop's loss widens in first year of transformation under Ryan Cohen

The retailer is growing inventory, launching new technology initiatives and losing money even as its sales grow. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 18, 2022

Amazon is slowing down its fulfillment center spend. What's next?

Heightened demand put Amazon's distribution buildout into overdrive. To speed up delivery and limit costs, it will have to invest more.

By Max Garland • March 18, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Saks Off 5th rebrands and Parachute stirs up debate over catalog cover

The luxury off-price retailer launched a new campaign, "Where Fashion Takes Off," and the DTC brand sparked conversation over its latest marketing play.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 18, 2022

What new ownership could mean for Kohl's

The department store may be on the brink of being sold. So far, it doesn't look good.

By Daphne Howland • Updated March 21, 2022

To further its turnaround, Macy's unveils new Own Your Style brand platform

Online the platform will feature a curated fashion hub, and in stores, associates will serve as micro-influencers, advising customers via social media.

By Daphne Howland • March 17, 2022

Unfazed by comp declines, Dollar General eyes deeper expansion

The discounter plans more than 1,100 new stores this year and aims to triple its stand-alone Popshelf stores.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 17, 2022

Hodinkee appoints former LVMH, Farfetch exec as CEO

Jeffery Fowler was most recently president of the Americas at Farfetch and has also held positions at Tesla and Richemont.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 17, 2022

Abercrombie & Fitch launches activewear brand, YPB

With its new sub-brand, which stands for Your Personal Best, the specialty retailer is entering the crowded space of activewear.

By Kaarin Moore • March 17, 2022

After nearly 2 decades of decline, what's next for office supplies stores?

Home offices are booming. The retailers that specialize in stocking them are not.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 17, 2022

Hudson's Bay Co. is prepping a bid for Kohl's

Kohl's didn't rule it out, saying it is entertaining potential bidders, but previously slammed recent takeover offers as inadequate.

By Daphne Howland • Updated March 17, 2022

Nordstrom hires off-price vets to bolster merchandising, supply chain at Rack

The company's discount banner is in turnaround mode after rumors of a potential spinoff at the end of last year. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 16, 2022

Walmart hiring 50K associates for its US operations in Q1

The retailer also plans to add 5,000 to its global technology team, including cybersecurity specialists, data scientists and engineers.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 16, 2022

Party City adopts new logistics practices to shorten lead times

The strategies include leasing containers and chartering ships, as well as using East Coast ports with lighter traffic.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 16, 2022

Macy's hires brand firm led by former Target designers

The department store is turning to veterans of the mass merchant's design team as it aims for its own bullseye in private label.

By Daphne Howland • March 15, 2022

Qurate brings in former Nordstrom exec to head ailing Zulily

The former leader of Trunk Club is taking over at the e-commerce site, which has suffered steep losses and an 11% sales decline. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 15, 2022

UpWest launches activewear line

The new line, Go, features apparel items for men and women and comes as more DTC brands try to capitalize on the athleisure market.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 15, 2022

Retail execs sound off on supply chain disruptions, inflation, operations

During the latest round of earnings, companies discussed how they navigated a quarter (and year) full of operational challenges.

By Kaarin Moore • March 15, 2022