FedEx piles on peak surcharges with increases set for June

Increased fees are eroding retailer's margins, a reality that will need to give at some point, according to experts. 

By Matt Leonard • May 25, 2021

Walmart launches exclusive crafting brand with Todd Oldham

The retailer released a 75-item collection of art supplies, children's bedding and decor, dubbed Smarts & Crafts, with the celebrity designer.

By Maria Monteros • May 24, 2021

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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. 

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SKU'd: So, are we buying Chanel from ThredUp now?

The French fashion house is still in litigation with The RealReal over authentication claims. Will Chanel be OK with "flawed gems" appearing on another marketplace? 

By Kaarin Moore • May 24, 2021

Visa, Mastercard face biggest challenges in a decade

Regulatory, legislative and court confrontations over the card network companies' fees are ratcheting up pressure again for reform of the behemoths' practices.

By Lynne Marek • May 21, 2021

Can banks win in the booming buy now, pay later space?

While buy now, pay later represents a niche of the payments ecosystem, banks should take note of what its growth says about the next generation of consumers.

By Anna Hrushka • May 21, 2021

Vans pulls up VF Corp as apparel replenishment begins

The hit sneaker brand is in comeback mode, but Europe's pandemic troubles and questions around inventory remain bumps in the road.

By Daphne Howland • May 21, 2021

Seeking a post-bankruptcy rebound, Tuesday Morning adds former Burlington execs to C-suite

The off-price retailer brought in Fred Hand as CEO and Marc Katz as interm CFO as it tries to stabalize and grow in the sector. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 21, 2021

Foot Locker to convert, wind down most Footaction stores

A third of the stores will be converted to other company banners, while "the majority" of the remaining fleet will be shut down as leases expire.

By Cara Salpini • May 21, 2021

Walmart boosts inventory, extends lead times to account for supply chain delays and stockouts

The retailer increased inventory by 16% and is adjusting its fulfillment network as e-commerce sales grow.

By Matt Leonard • May 20, 2021

Kohl's posts 70% sales growth as it rides consumer momentum in Q1

The retailer raised its forecast for the year — which would still leave it short of pre-pandemic levels — while touting new brand partnerships. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 20, 2021

Where is Macy's going?

The department store is on the move, away from the mall, into new merchandise categories — and toward some fierce competition.

By Daphne Howland • May 19, 2021

Costco strengthens position atop wholesale club sector

After seeing foot traffic decline last year, the company controlled 55.4% of visits to club retailers in March, according to Placer.ai.

By Sam Silverstein • May 18, 2021

At Home's largest shareholder to vote against sale

CAS Investment Partners, which owns about 17% of the retailer's common stock, sent a letter to the board opposing the sale to Hellman & Friedman.

By Caroline Jansen • May 17, 2021

Supreme vet named creative director of J. Crew men's

Brendon Babenzien, co-founder of Noah and former design director of Supreme, has been brought in to "disrupt" the brand. 

By Kaarin Moore • May 17, 2021

CDC mask update reboots challenge for retailers

New guidance that face coverings are unnecessary even indoors applies only to fully vaccinated people — and puts retail workers back in the hot seat.

By Daphne Howland • May 17, 2021

Profitero: Private labels pushing out CPGs in search results

As the likes of Target and Walmart launch more private labels, they are edging out national brands amid pandemic sales gains.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 17, 2021

Amazon launches program to reduce worker injuries

The e-commerce giant is looking to reduce incidents by 50% by 2025. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 17, 2021

How Overstock learned to love retail again

CEO Jonathan Johnson discusses why he brought the company back to its roots and away from the blockchain experiments that infatuated his predecessor.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 17, 2021

Amazon embarks on 75K hiring push to accommodate logistics growth

The retailer is offering competitive pay and sign-on bonuses, as well as COVID-19 vaccine incentives.

By S.L. Fuller • May 14, 2021

Dillard's surprises with 73% sales spike

Vaccinations, stimulus and warm weather drove up margins, profits and the top line, a sign of major recovery from last year's declines.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 14, 2021

PayPal acquires returns startup Happy Returns

After investing in the startup in 2019, the payments platform is now buying it, to better serve consumers throughout their purchase journey.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 14, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond builds out merchandising team

Stacey Shively, who joins the retailer from J.C. Penney, on Monday will take over as senior vice president and general merchandise manager of home.

By Caroline Jansen • May 13, 2021

The rise of curbside pickup: Best practices for retailers

Retailers of all types would do well to develop their curbside pickup capabilities further, writes Euromonitor International's Bob Hoyler.

By Bob Hoyler • May 13, 2021

Centric Brands adds to exec ranks, board as it eyes post-bankruptcy growth

The licensing specialist has brought in a former Pandora executive and past president of Lord & Taylor to help lead it in a new era. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 12, 2021

Under Armour restricts inventory despite high demand

The company's strategy is to limit low-demand products, thereby boosting the margins it may need to resist future supply chain shocks.

By A.B. Brown • May 12, 2021