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The Container Store to open 2 stores in Virginia
The small-format locations both feature design centers and Custom Spaces Studios as the company doubles down on its custom design business.
By Nate Delesline III • June 11, 2024 -
Academy Sports and Outdoors to offer on-demand delivery via DoorDash
The sports and outdoor recreation retailer has tapped DoorDash for same-day deliveries as it expands its physical store footprint.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 11, 2024 -
Trendline
Digital innovation and technology trends in retail
Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.
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How big retailers are battling the last-mile delivery squeeze
Walmart, Target and Kroger executives pointed to price and technology improvements that they are using to offset cost pressures.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • June 11, 2024 -
Q&A
Foxtrot founder talks retailer’s struggles, resurgence and growth plans
Mike LaVitola is back in the driver seat and plans to reopen 15 stores this year. He discussed what led to the company's demise, where stores will open and more.
By Brett Dworski • June 11, 2024 -
TJX to expand into Mexico
Both analysts and the off-pricer itself, which runs TJ Maxx, HomeGoods and other retailers in the U.S., see opportunity in international expansion.
By Daphne Howland • June 10, 2024 -
Walmart to bring electronic shelf labels to thousands of stores
The retailer expects to deploy the technology to 2,300 locations by 2026 in a bid to improve efficiency and customer service.
By Sam Silverstein • June 10, 2024 -
Function of Beauty expands to Amazon
In addition to the new partnership, the beauty and skin brand is now offering both its Target and Pro line from Sephora on its own website.
By Howard Ruben • June 10, 2024 -
HanesBrands sells Champion to Authentic Brands Group
The proceeds of the $1.2 billion sale will be used to pay down debt.
By Laurel Deppen • June 10, 2024 -
Sponsored by Teleperformance
The role of strategic partnership management and rebadging in transformation and enhanced CX
The retail industry saw a drop in new global in-house centers last year. See why strategic business process services partnerships may be more appealing, and how to use them to unlock long-term value.
By Mike Lytle, North America CEO, Teleperformance • June 10, 2024 -
Sponsored by SheerID
New data reveals 3 ways retailers can optimize back-to-school campaigns
The genius behind irresistible summer community deals.
By Bill Schneider, VP of Product Marketing, SheerID • June 10, 2024 -
GameStop Q1 sales drop 29% as it issues new stock offering
The video game-focused retailer plans to capitalize again on meme stock interest by selling 75 million more shares.
By Nate Delesline III • June 7, 2024 -
Landlords close in on acquisition of Express
With private equity-backed WHP Global, Brookfield and Simon Property Group have put up a stalking horse bid of some $160 million in cash and $38 million in assumed liabilities.
By Daphne Howland • June 7, 2024 -
Column
The Weekly Closeout: Kirkland’s explores strategic alternatives as Claire’s celebrates Hello Kitty
The home retailer is also instituting a cost-savings plan as sales fell 5% in Q1. Meanwhile, the tween brand is honoring the iconic character’s 50th anniversary.
By Retail Dive Staff • June 7, 2024 -
The Container Store introduces Decor+ by Elfa
The retailer seeks to grow its Custom Spaces business amid declining sales.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 7, 2024 -
Hoka opens New York City flagship store
The Fifth Avenue location marks the popular running brand’s second store in New York City and eighth store in the U.S.
By Howard Ruben • June 7, 2024 -
Sam’s Club looks to members to bolster private label offerings
In a new initiative, the Walmart-owned club retailer is enlisting the help of 50,000 shoppers to help co-create products for its Member’s Mark line.
By Peyton Bigora • June 7, 2024 -
Big Lots may be making more turnaround progress than it seems
Despite double digit sales declines and rising debt levels, one analyst says the bad consumer backdrop is masking its improvements.
By Nate Delesline III • June 6, 2024 -
VF names global brand president of North Face
Caroline Brown, former CEO of Donna Karan International, is taking on the role after a few months on the apparel conglomerate’s board of directors.
By Laurel Deppen • June 6, 2024 -
Banana Republic unveils refreshed New York City flagship
The revamped SoHo location features concierge, styling and tailoring services, along with the first BR Home showroom in the city.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 6, 2024 -
Why Abercrombie & Fitch isn’t complaining about the weather
A merchandising-first mindset is behind the once-troubled brand’s transformation into one of the best performers in retail, analysts say.
By Daphne Howland • June 6, 2024 -
6 Foxtrot stores leased to Further Point Enterprises
The holding company that acquired the non-real-estate assets from 15 Foxtrot locations last month is now the official tenant for half a dozen of its locations.
By Brett Dworski • June 5, 2024 -
Fair Harbor taps Mizzen+Main vet as president
Bethany Muths steps into the newly created role after holding leadership positions at Mizzen+Main, Ivory Ella and footwear brand Schutz.
By Howard Ruben • June 5, 2024 -
Shinola, Filson parent appoints CEO, chief marketer
Steve Katzman will oversee operations at both brands in the top spot at Bedrock, while Kevin Wertz, formerly of SmileDirectClub, takes the lead marketing role.
By Lara Ewen • June 5, 2024 -
Dollar Tree to explore spinoff or sale of Family Dollar
The underperforming banner has been a drag on operations since its acquisition.
By Nate Delesline III • June 5, 2024 -
Liquid Death names former PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper exec as CFO
The fast-growing startup, known for its canned water, has entered new beverage categories while adding experienced executives to its C-suite.
By Christopher Doering • June 5, 2024