At Home CEO Lee Bird to retire

The company veteran led the retailer through the pandemic to reach $2 billion in revenue.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 9, 2023

Breaking down buy now, pay later

After its pandemic-era growth spurt, buy now, pay later has gone mainstream in consumer payments. But changing economic conditions are forcing the installment trend to evolve.

By Caitlin Mullen • Nov. 9, 2023

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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

Walmart adds sensory-friendly hours to all stores

What started as a Saturday morning pilot during the back-to-school season has become a permanent daily feature across the retailer’s fleet.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 9, 2023

Walmart, Amazon see gains in fulfillment pivots as holidays near

The rival retailers are zeroing in on improved speed and efficiencies with changes to their e-commerce fulfillment strategies. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran , Kelly Stroh • Nov. 9, 2023

Express targets international expansion

WHP Global, through its joint venture with Express, is bringing the brand to Indonesia and Paraguay and building up its presence in Central America.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 9, 2023

Yeezy brings in $375M for Adidas in Q3, as overall net sales fall 6.4%

The company is undecided about how to handle remaining stock from a collaboration it nixed a year ago over problematic behavior from Ye.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 8, 2023

Rite Aid wants to sell 92 more store leases in Chapter 11

The offering is in addition to 78 leases and 21 stores and land parcels that went up for sale in mid-October as the retailer restructures in bankruptcy.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 8, 2023

Stitch Fix hires former Amazon Fashion exec

Tony Bacos is now the box retailer’s chief product and technology officer, a role he also held at the e-commerce giant’s apparel and accessories business.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2023

GNC opens flagship store in Pittsburgh

The new store is part of the brand’s strategy to redesign brick and mortar layouts for an enhanced shopper experience.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 7, 2023

Crocs tightens inventory control, including in ‘gray market’ channels

The brand has stopped price matching with unauthorized sellers on Amazon and taken corrective action against a distributor diverting to the U.S. without permission.  

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 7, 2023

Retail job cuts highest since October 2020: report

Among the industries reducing their workforce, retail ranks second behind technology, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 6, 2023

CEO of new Bed Bath & Beyond steps down

Jonathan Johnson, who led Overstock since 2019, is moving aside as the company transitions to a new corporate identity.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 6, 2023

Beyond Meat slashes workforce as business model is under fire

The plant-based giant, which is laying off 19% of its non-production workforce, continues to face headwinds as consumers prioritize affordability.

By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 6, 2023

Figs opens first brick-and-mortar store

The DTC healthcare apparel brand opened an LA shop, announced plans for a second location in Philadelphia and raised its full-year outlook.

By Dani James • Nov. 3, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Christy Sports overhauls its C-suite, Simon malls to close on Thanksgiving

The outdoor retailer named a number of top positions, including CEO, while the REIT will shut most of its doors on the holiday.

By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 3, 2023

Amazon closing brick-and-mortar apparel stores

The closures involve just two locations, but represent a further retreat from non-grocery brick-and-mortar retail.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 2, 2023

CosRx acquired after Amorepacific takes controlling stake

The beauty brand will be integrated as a subsidiary of Amorepacific, which also houses brands like Laneige, Sulwhasoo and Innisfree.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 2, 2023

Walmart opens third ‘next gen’ fulfillment center in Texas

The 1.5-million square-foot facility will enable faster delivery as the retailer prepares for the holiday season.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 2, 2023

Walgreens appoints new CIO as leadership transition continues

Neal Sample, first appointed in an adviser capacity in October, will report to CEO Tim Wentworth as EVP and CIO.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 2, 2023

Amazon tweaks tech to create first 100% fiber-focused fulfillment center

Two main technologies are being tested at an Ohio facility to determine how best to transform other facilities to handle only fiber — not plastic — packaging.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 1, 2023

Canada Goose taps new CFO, lowers full-year outlook

The luxury apparel brand saw direct-to-consumer revenue in Q2 increase 15% year over year as it focused more on the channel. 

By Dani James • Nov. 1, 2023

Guitar Center names new CEO, CFO

Gabriel Dalporto is taking over the top spot from Ron Japinga, who had been CEO since 2016. The company also named a new board chairman.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 1, 2023

Unions file labor complaint over REI store layoffs

Workers at two stores also staged walkouts, saying the retailer should have consulted them on recent operational changes and job cuts.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 1, 2023

VF Corp. launches transformation program as some of its key brands falter

Vans remains a pain point for the apparel conglomerate and the company will appoint a new president for the brand as part of its refresh efforts.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 1, 2023

The Container Store doubles down on Custom Spaces business with new garage line

The company is building out its garage offering with Garage+ by Elfa and expanding design options through its Preston line.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Oct. 31, 2023