Best Buy launches mail-in tech recycling program

Consumers can order a small recycling box for $22.99 or a medium box for $29.99 to have their electronics recycled. 

By Kaarin Moore • April 5, 2023

Wage violations among textile manufacturers remain rampant, DOL reports

Contractors in Southern California were found to frequently underpay garment workers, in one case paying them as little as $1.58 an hour.

By Kate Magill • April 5, 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

Which mall in this California city can survive?

A real estate mogul made his mark on three major shopping centers in Sonoma County wine country. His original vision from 1950 may be the winner.

By Daphne Howland • April 5, 2023

Walmart lays off over 2,300 warehouse workers

Cuts have hit distribution centers in Texas and Pennsylvania, as information about the total impact of layoffs slowly trickles out.

By Nate Delesline III • April 4, 2023

David’s Bridal adds ‘hundreds’ of bridesmaid dresses under $100

With three new pricing tiers, the retailer is aiming to offer a broader selection of affordable dresses for price-conscious shoppers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 4, 2023

Revlon will wipe out $2.7B in debt as it exits bankruptcy later this month

The cosmetics giant will leave Chapter 11 as a private company in coming weeks, with $285 million in fresh liquidity and $1.5 billion in debt.

By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2023

Foxtrot promotes Liz Williams to CEO

As the former CFO takes her new post, the company’s previous chief executive, co-founder Mike LaVitola, is moving into the chairman role.

By Jessica Loder • April 4, 2023

Inventory up 34% at PVH as orders ship faster, earlier

As supply chain disruption eases, the owner of the Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands is getting back to normal product flow.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 4, 2023

Former Bed Bath & Beyond CEO sues over unpaid severance

Mark Tritton alleges that the retailer stopped payments on his $6.76 million severance agreement in January.

By Nate Delesline III • April 3, 2023

Walmart rolls out more improvements to website, app

The retail giant’s e-commerce is now growing faster than Amazon's.

By Daphne Howland • April 3, 2023

Express faces NYSE delisting

The apparel retailer may enact a reverse stock split — subject to board and stockholder approval — in order to reach compliance. 

By Kaarin Moore • April 3, 2023

Boxed files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The company intends to sell its software business while it winds down retail operations over the next several weeks.

By Jeff Wells • April 3, 2023

3 years later: How COVID-19 exposed the vulnerability of suppliers and workers to the power of big buyers

A tidal wave of order cancellations in early 2020 had dire repercussions for laborers and their families. The consequences are still being felt.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 3, 2023

6 key actions to help retailers overcome decarbonization barriers

A survey of 500+ senior executives reveals the six key actions retailers can take to overcome decarbonization barriers.

By Blake Cundiff, Retail Strategic Account Manager, ENGIE Impact • April 3, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond again warns of bankruptcy as it seeks to sell $300M in stock

The retailer terminated an earlier deal with Hudson Bay Capital Management that sought to raise over $1 billion.

By Nate Delesline III • March 31, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Apple introduces a pay later option and Walmart gives early access to Oreos

An initial version of a BNPL service was introduced by Apple, while Walmart+ members get first dibs on the cookie brand’s new Blackout Cake flavor.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 31, 2023

Build-A-Bear hires new chief marketer

Julia Fitzgerald is taking on the role after the company delivered its most profitable year in its history. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 31, 2023

Chewy to close 2 fulfillment centers as it ramps up automation push

The closures will allow the pet goods retailer to flow more order volume through its newer, automated facilities, its CEO said.

By Max Garland • March 31, 2023

Lenders acquire bankrupt Morphe owner for $690M

Forma Brands reached an agreement to be acquired by Jefferies Finance and Cerberus Capital Management after filing for Chapter 11 in January.

By Nate Delesline III • March 30, 2023

Sweaty Betty plans UK job cuts

The brand’s CEO will exit in June as the activewear company reorganizes under Wolverine Worldwide’s International Group.

By Caroline Jansen • March 30, 2023

Dollar General to bring expanded beauty offering to 300 stores this year

The retailer is also introducing three exclusive skin and hair care lines — featuring products for $6 or less — nationwide.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 30, 2023

Prose appoints first chief scientific officer

Marie Mignon was one of the hair care brand’s first employees and previously worked at L'Oréal for eight years.

By Dani James • March 30, 2023

Walmart e-commerce fulfillment layoffs top 600

The retail giant is providing few details about the downsizing of a network that it had grown quickly in recent years.

By Daphne Howland • March 30, 2023

The Backroom: Unearthing financial details about J.C. Penney

The team talks about the treasure trove of information on the department store’s financial health, found thanks to a tip from one of its new owners.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 30, 2023

Madewell Men’s store opens in Washington, DC

The retailer has been carrying men’s products since 2018 with dedicated sections in select stores, ultimately expanding to a number of stand-alone locations. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 29, 2023