Walmart celebrates 10th anniversary of Open Call pitch competition

The retailer’s largest sourcing event is part of a broader strategy to source products that are made, grown or assembled in the U.S.

By Kaarin Moore • July 18, 2023

Buy now, pay later app downloads decline

In the U.S., total BNPL app downloads for the second quarter fell 19% compared to the year-ago period, Bank of America Securities analysts said.

By Caitlin Mullen • July 18, 2023

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What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

From recent statistics on e-commerce growth to the Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit against Amazon, here are some of the forces impacting online retail.

By Retail Dive staff

Dollar General rolls out new cash rewards program

The offering, which was created in partnership with Ibotta Performance Network, allows customers to earn cash back in their DG Wallets on eligible purchases.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • July 17, 2023

Beauty packaging gets a makeover with growing number of refillable options

Cosmetics and beauty products can create a lot of waste, leading to renewed interest in reusable and refillable options. But designing those options, and ensuring that consumers will adapt to them, is a complex task.

By Danielle Beurteaux • July 17, 2023

5 myths of AMR solutions

What are the biggest myths surrounding mobile robotic solutions in the logistics industry?

July 17, 2023

Walgreens closing e-commerce distribution center in Illinois

The company will lay off 393 employees on or around Aug. 28, according to a WARN notice.

By Max Garland • July 14, 2023

Walmart creates shoppable carts with Patrick Mahomes, Barbie

Singer Becky G also offers up a curated list of items that customers can shop online and during a livestream event with the mass merchant.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 13, 2023

7-Eleven debuts digital collectibles

The Texas retailer joins a few other companies that have dipped their toes into NFTs.

By Jessica Loder • July 13, 2023

Shipt launches back-to-school shopping experience on Roblox

To reach younger consumers and their parents, Shipt has gamified back-to-school shopping in its first digital experience. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 12, 2023

Amazon deliveries made by Rivian EVs surge to 150M

The e-commerce giant has deployed over 5,000 custom Rivian EVs as it works to decarbonize its fleet.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 12, 2023

US e-commerce sales to exceed $1.1 trillion in 2023: report

FTI Consulting predicts that the rate of online sales growth will slow to 10% or less over the next few years.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 11, 2023

EBay Vault adds submission service for valuable trading cards

The storage facility, which expects to hold up to $3 billion in assets in the next few years, will accept eligible cards valued at $250 or more.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 10, 2023

Affirm to shutter Returnly

Two years after purchasing Returnly for $300 million, Affirm said it’s divesting the returns management platform business.

By Caitlin Mullen • July 10, 2023

Amazon to offer custom deal feeds for Prime Day

The e-commerce retailer is showcasing discounted products in shoppable videos and photos from influencers, customers and brands.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 7, 2023

Brooks steps into resale

The running brand will refurbish and resell used gear starting at 35% off across three quality levels: Like New, Great and Good.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 6, 2023

QVC, HSN launch on Amazon Freevee

The expansion of parent company Qurate’s video commerce channels comes after a round of layoffs and the sale of e-retailer Zulily.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 30, 2023

Fenty Beauty launches product creation experience on Roblox

Users can customize the ingredients and shade name of the beauty brand’s lip luminizer, with a chance for the product to be produced physically.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 29, 2023

Shipt launches new party prep shopping feature

The Hosting Hub allows the e-commerce platform's users to access pre-curated shopping lists for various occasions.

By Peyton Bigora • June 28, 2023

Under Armour CEO overhauls C-suite

Chief Operating Officer Colin Browne, who also served as interim CEO, is leaving the company, as is Chief Product Officer Lisa Collier.

By Nate Delesline III • June 28, 2023

Allbirds debuts zero-carbon shoe design, open-source toolkit

The Moonshot shoe aims to show that sustainability and profit can coexist, Vice President of Innovation and Sustainability Jad Finck told Retail Dive.

By Dani James • June 27, 2023

Crocs creates Jibbitz-themed virtual store experience

Shoppers can customize a pair of shoes with up to 26 charms in the virtual experience and then purchase a physical version of their creation.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 26, 2023

How Estée Lauder builds technology to foster inclusivity

There’s “a huge group of people that deserve more from the beauty industry and from technology,” CIO Michael Smith said.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 26, 2023

Omnichannel commerce: 5 strategies to grow your business in 2023

To stay competitive in 2023, businesses need to provide a seamless omnichannel commerce experience across sales platforms. Here are five strategies to start.

June 26, 2023

Dick’s bans forever chemicals in its brand textile products

PFAS, called forever chemicals because of their inability to break down in the environment, are often found in sweat- and water-resistant products.

By Laurel Deppen • June 23, 2023

5 takeaways on digital innovation from top Walmart execs

The company’s CFO and head of investor relations outlined how supply chain automation, in-store technology and remodels are impacting labor, sales and consumer behavior.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 22, 2023