Department Stores
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Hudson’s Bay to sell IP to Canadian Tire Corp. for over $21M
CTC views the move as “patriotic” and has bid on several of the iconic retailer’s leases.
By Dani James • May 16, 2025 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Kohl’s plans to refinance, Wayfair expands large-format concept
The department store intends to refinance with a $360 million offering of new senior secured notes, while the home goods retailer said another larger store is on the horizon.
By Retail Dive Staff • May 16, 2025 -
Kohl’s paperwork reveals board member left due to governing concerns, lack of transparency
Emails show that Christine Day resigned from her board role due to a disagreement with the company — a disparity from a previous SEC filing.
By Kaarin Moore • May 13, 2025 -
J.C. Penney swings to a loss
Last year’s sales declines and steep net loss put the retailer at the bottom of the struggling department store sector, an analyst said.
By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2025 -
J.C. Penney to launch plus-size collection with model Ashley Graham
The line will be available both in stores and online starting this fall.
By Laurel Deppen • May 7, 2025 -
Kohl’s CEO fired over conflicts of interest
Ashley Buchanan, who only took the post in January, was terminated for cause following an investigation into vendor transactions, the department store said.
By Daphne Howland • May 1, 2025 -
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By Retail Dive's studioID • April 28, 2025 -
Hudson’s Bay gives up on final 7 stores, including Canada’s last Saks 5th Avenue location
The liquidation is the end of a retailer whose roots date to the 1600s, and leaves a big gap for many brands and their Canadian customers.
By Daphne Howland • April 25, 2025 -
Nordstrom to cut Rack, Last Chance from loyalty points program
Instead, customers shopping at Nordstrom Rack can receive a 5% discount on eligible purchases with a Nordstrom credit card.
By Howard Ruben • April 23, 2025 -
Could tariffs sink Nordstrom’s go-private deal?
The risk is small, but not zero, and could grow if the fallout from new trade policies worsens, according to William Blair analysts.
By Daphne Howland • April 23, 2025 -
Saks Global to close fulfillment center, cut 450 jobs
The luxury department store joins Kohl’s in being particularly vulnerable to tariffs’ impact on consumer spending, according to Moody’s Ratings analysts.
By Daphne Howland • April 21, 2025 -
J.C. Penney operator axes 9% of corporate roles
The downsizing at Catalyst Brands comes less than two months after 250 corporate employees, or 5% of that workforce, were laid off.
By Daphne Howland • April 11, 2025 -
How J.C. Penney’s new brand positioning is subverting consumer expectations
Out-of-home ads that don’t feature labels want consumers asking “It’s from where?” as the retailer pushes to modernize while promoting value.
By Chris Kelly • April 11, 2025 -
Knix expands presence in Canada through Holt Renfrew partnership
The DTC intimates brand will land in six of the department store’s locations and on its website through a deal that deepens its reach in the country.
By Howard Ruben • April 4, 2025 -
Kohl’s tech chief exits amid broader leadership change
Chief Technology and Digital Officer Siobhán Mc Feeney departed the retailer Wednesday, according to a securities filing.
By Roberto Torres • April 3, 2025 -
Macy’s chief operating and financial officer to exit
Capri Holdings exec Thomas Edwards will step into the role as the company completes a “purposeful evolution” of its C-suite, CEO Tony Spring said.
By Cara Salpini • April 1, 2025 -
Hudson’s Bay to eliminate 200 corporate roles
Impacted employees will have their last day on Friday, while the company restructures and undergoes store liquidations.
By Kaarin Moore • April 1, 2025 -
"Exterior view of historic Neiman Marcus flagship store in Dallas, Texas as seen from Commerce Street." by Dfwcre8tive is licensed under CC BY 3.0
Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas to stay open through the holidays
Parent company Saks Global, in concert with the city, is evaluating alternate plans for the location as a potential art, fashion or entertainment destination.
By Kaarin Moore • March 31, 2025 -
Bloomingdale’s merchant jumps to Macy’s to lead children’s, men’s
Daniel Leppo, whose career launched 30-plus years ago at the luxury department store, brings merchandising strength in need at Macy’s.
By Daphne Howland • March 25, 2025 -
Universal Standard lands in Nordstrom
After launching on the department store’s website earlier in the year, the women’s apparel brand entered 20 Nordstrom stores over the weekend.
By Howard Ruben • March 24, 2025 -
Macy’s moves private label focus to the home with latest launch
Dubbed Arch Studio, the brand will feature bedding, bath, kitchenware and dinnerware products at a price point of $14 to $220.
By Howard Ruben • March 19, 2025 -
Kohl’s introduces 2 private label home brands
Most products in the Miryana and Mingle & Co. lines are priced under $50 as the company places emphasis on value.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 18, 2025 -
Macy’s plots TV series on women who shaped department stores
The show, which still needs a showrunner and cast, will be based on Julie Satow’s best-selling historical novel.
By Daphne Howland • March 18, 2025 -
"Interior of the historic Neiman Marcus flagship store in downtown Dallas, Texas." by Dfwcre8tive is licensed under CC BY 3.0
Dallas leaders float ‘financially beneficial’ opportunity for Neiman Marcus, Saks Global
A consortium of city leaders hasn’t given up the fight to keep the iconic downtown Neiman Marcus store open, at least for a few more months.
By Daphne Howland • March 14, 2025 -
Good American launches at Macy’s
Products from co-founder Khloé Kardashian's brand will be in nearly 80 stores this fall, as the partnership expands the department store’s denim assortment.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 13, 2025