Allbirds CFO exits as the brand pulls back on store openings

The DTC footwear brand will continue to seek out wholesale partnerships as it prioritizes profitability.

By Caroline Jansen • March 10, 2023

Tuesday Morning wants to close over 250 stores

The discount retailer says it “has too many stores” and needs a smaller brick-and-mortar footprint to remain a viable business.

By Nate Delesline III • March 10, 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. 

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More shakeup at Gap Inc. as sales fall, losses mount

The apparel retailer said it’s close to naming a new CEO, but announced the exit of a few executives, including Athleta chief Mary Beth Laughton.

By Daphne Howland • March 10, 2023

Roku sells TVs, soundbars exclusively at Best Buy

The electronics retailer's sales have declined amid an overall drop in the segment.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 10, 2023

Dick’s bets on House of Sport, shutters Field & Stream

The company is closing its last 17 hunting stores, but sees potential for 100 of the experiential sports-oriented locations over the next five years.

By Nate Delesline III • March 9, 2023

Zulily announces layoffs, again

The online retailer’s parent company, Qurate Retail Group, announced layoffs last week that mostly impacted HSN and QVC.

By Kaarin Moore • March 9, 2023

Fly By Jing raises $12M

The Chinese food brand — which launched in 2018 — also appointed its first chief financial, operations and commercial officers.

By Dani James • March 9, 2023

Stitch Fix walks back key initiatives in quest for recovery

Changes meant to appeal to new customers and boost sales have backfired, founder and interim CEO Katrina Lake said this week.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2023

Adidas projects first annual loss in 3 decades as it shakes up management team

The impact of its terminated Yeezy partnership is biting into profitability and revenue.

By Nate Delesline III • March 8, 2023

Nike taps new head of women’s, DEI

Changes on the DTC side of the business will help support its digital-led strategy, the company said.

By Cara Salpini • March 8, 2023

Stitch Fix CFO to exit as declines persist

Dan Jedda, who came from Amazon about two years ago, in May will become chief financial officer at Roku, as the box e-retailer continues its CEO search.

By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2023

Disciplined inventory management helped Macy’s weather tough 2022

The retailer has relied on data and analytics to forecast demand and make decisions around purchasing and pricing.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 8, 2023

S&P upgrades Bed Bath & Beyond but warns of ongoing concerns

The retailer remains in a precarious financial position with the outcome of its turnaround plan uncertain.

By Nate Delesline III • March 7, 2023

ThredUp, chasing profitability, tests consignment fees

The resale site reports softer sales in a promotional apparel environment but expects to break even later this year.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2023

Kohl’s shrinks inventory position after ‘out of control’ levels in 2022

The retailer will ask suppliers to be more “nimble” as it plans for less product and chases demand, according to Kohl’s digital business chief.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 7, 2023

Versed names former Dollar Shave Club exec as CEO

The skin care brand has hired Kerry Sullivan, who most recently was the chief marketing officer of the DTC shaving company.

By Dani James • March 6, 2023

Ross to open 100 stores this year

The retailer said it wants to eventually grow its physical store footprint to 2,900 locations.

By Nate Delesline III • March 6, 2023

Express COO to retire

Matthew Moellering has been with the apparel retailer for 20 years, and stepped into interim C-suite roles at critical moments for the company. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 6, 2023

J.C. Penney hasn’t had to release its finances since 2020. Here’s how the retailer is doing.

The department store insists it’s on a “strong financial footing,” but filings show ongoing volatility under its post-bankruptcy ownership.

By Daphne Howland • March 6, 2023

After Bath & Body Works names another new director, activist investor backs off proxy fight

Hedge fund Third Point, which has been pressuring the personal care retailer, has now succeeded in getting two of its candidates onto the board. 

By Daphne Howland • March 6, 2023

Amazon to close 8 of its Go stores

The e-commerce giant will close two of the convenience store locations each in Seattle and New York City and four in San Francisco.

By Brett Dworski • March 6, 2023

Amazon pulls back from UPS as it builds out logistics empire

While UPS' priorities have shifted, Amazon’s capabilities have transformed. But both face obstacles that could complicate plans to reduce business with each other.

By Max Garland • March 6, 2023

Victoria’s Secret will reboot its fashion show this year as turnaround gains traction

The once infamous event was canceled four years ago amid rising criticism of its messaging and the dawn of #MeToo.

By Daphne Howland • March 3, 2023

QVC, HSN parent lays off 12% of its workforce

The move, which affects some 400 employees, will generate $60 million in savings as Qurate Retail Group continues to work on its turnaround plan.

By Nate Delesline III • March 3, 2023

Ex-Twitter exec joins Peloton as new chief people officer

Dalana Brand is the second executive at Peloton to bring experience from the social media platform. She will report directly to CEO Barry McCarthy.

By Dani James • March 3, 2023