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All Showfields stores close
The company, now in bankruptcy, has showcased DTC brands, which until recently have largely avoided wholesale partnerships or physical retail.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Under Armour taps new chief product officer, head of Americas
Industry veteran Yassine Saidi will take over product, and Kara Trent will replace David Baxter in the brand’s largest region.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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TrendlineThe 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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CVS to close some pharmacies inside Target stores
As part of its realignment strategy, the pharmacy chain said it wants to reduce its store and pharmacy density.
By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Layoffs at Amazon and LeBron James partners with Fanatics
The e-commerce giant cut jobs in Prime Video and MGM Studios, while the NBA superstar joined Fanatics Collectibles.
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Beyond Meat CFO takes on chief accounting officer responsibilities
Following Henry Dieu’s departure from the plant-based pioneer, Lubi Kutua is adding to his already full plate.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Authentic buys Sperry from Wolverine for $70M
Aldo Group will handle the struggling boat shoe brand’s North American wholesale and retail operations as well as design, production and global distribution.
By Lara Ewen • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Sam’s Club to bring AI-based receipt verification to all stores
The technology will eliminate the need for receipt checkers, freeing up associates to spend time with customers.
By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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REI plans a dozen new stores in coming months
The outdoor retailer will open 10 this year and already has plans for two more in 2025 as well.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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After Beyond Yoga suppliers stiffed workers, DOL recovers $1.1M in wages, damages
The U.S. Department of Labor’s settlement for 165 Los Angeles-based workers is the largest one to date for garment workers in the Golden State.
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Walmart to expand drone delivery to 1.8M more Texas homes
The retailer is working with Wing and Zipline to reach up to 75% of the Dallas-Fort Worth area's population.
By Max Garland • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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Citing ‘momentum’ in transformation, Tailored Brands will drop one of its chief executives
In 2021, Peter Sachse and Bob Hull began sharing the top job. In February, Sachse will be solo CEO and Hull will be board chair.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2024 -
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Rent the Runway to cut 10% of its corporate workforce, COO resigns
The designer rental service is launching a restructuring plan, which it says will result in $11 million to $13 million in annualized run rate cash savings.
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Authentic CEO: Buying Forever 21 ‘biggest mistake I made’
Jamie Salter also says Shein makes “a lot more than $30 billion” and hinted that the brand licensing firm could go public in the next 18 months.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 10, 2024 -
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Mango plans to open 500 new stores by 2026
The apparel brand, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, will expand and launch stand-alone Mango Home locations.
By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 9, 2024 -
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Dollar General appoints new store operations leader
Steve Deckard will transition into an “expanded role” as Steve Sunderland prepares to depart from the retailer later this month.
By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 9, 2024 -
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Costco takes responsibility for workers’ decision to unionize
Last month's vote by employees in Norfolk, Virginia, reflects “a failure on our part,” the retailer’s outgoing and incoming CEOs said in a joint letter.
By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 9, 2024 -
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Lululemon raises Q4 revenue outlook
The athletic apparel retailer credited the holiday season for helping to drive performance near the end of the year.
By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 8, 2024 -
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New CEO at Solo Brands as Q4 sales disappoint
Former Vista Outdoor CEO Christopher Metz will replace John Merris later this month, as the company lowers guidance for the fiscal year.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2024 -
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Chico’s CEO out as brands join Sycamore holding company
Molly Langenstein took over the top job four years ago amid slumping sales and a tumultuous period for the women’s apparel company.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2024 -
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CVS interim CFO takes permanent seat
Thomas Cowhey is taking on the top finance job as the company looks to get back on track following a restructuring, layoffs and rising costs.
By Grace Noto • Jan. 8, 2024 -
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Amazon closes its last Fresh Pickup site
The shuttering of the second drive-up location marks the end of this concept for the retail giant as it proceeds with its grocery business revamp.
By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 8, 2024 -
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7 retail trends to watch in 2024
From economic pressures weighing on consumers to relocating stores away from malls, here’s what’s on retailers’ minds heading into the new year.
By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 8, 2024 -
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Sponsored by MangoAppsRedefining retail frontline operations: How PetSmart continues to evolve employee engagement
Like many retailers where the majority of associates aren't at a computer, PetSmart evolved their internal communications channels to ensure they could reach all associates across stores, distribution centers (DCs) and home offices.
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Sponsored by PointrIndoor maps and location: A leap forward for retail digital transformation
Elevate the customer experience and boost profits at physical stores.
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Influencer Jaclyn Hill’s namesake beauty brand shuts down
Jaclyn Cosmetics was housed under Forma Brands, which filed for bankruptcy in early 2023.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 5, 2024
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