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    Ruggable taps Nike veteran as CEO

    Nicole Otto previously led the athletic giant’s direct-to-consumer business in North America and served as The North Face’s global brand president.

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 21, 2025
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    Wayfair’s revenues inch up in Q4 as losses narrow

    While the retailer's customer base continues to shrink, CEO Niraj Shah is optimistic that the home goods downturn is nearing its end.

    By • Feb. 20, 2025
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    What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

    From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Nike launches brand with Kim Kardashian’s Skims

    NikeSkims will be available this spring with an assortment of training apparel, footwear and accessories.

    By • Feb. 18, 2025
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    Grove Collaborative acquires Grab Green

    The deal extends an existing partnership between the two companies, as Grab Green in 2019 became a third-party vendor for the sustainable retailer.

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 13, 2025
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    DTC bridal brand Birdy Grey names CEO

    Jill Layfield takes the helm after holding several leadership positions in the industry, including as Backcountry’s CEO.

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 10, 2025
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    Under Armour e-commerce sales fall 20% as it pulls back on promotions

    Still, overall revenue came in better than expected and CEO Kevin Plank said the brand has more wholesale partnerships in the works.

    By • Feb. 6, 2025
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    Peloton sales fall 9% in Q2 as memberships slide

    With a new CEO, the fitness brand is focused on expanding its core audience and distribution network.

    By • Feb. 6, 2025
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    Allbirds makes zero-carbon shoe available to the public

    The “M0.0NSHOT” shoe, which was first teased in the spring of 2023, will be available for purchase in select cities including New York and Tokyo.

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 5, 2025
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    Perfect Moment taps Canada Goose execs to lead operations, sourcing

    Chath Weerasinghe joins as chief financial and operating officer, while Vittorio Giacomelli will lead product strategy, development and innovation.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 4, 2025
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    Chewy holds the top spot as overall satisfaction with online retail declines

    The American Customer Satisfaction Index found two-thirds of online retailers saw satisfaction drop year over year.

    By Bryan Wassel • Feb. 3, 2025
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    What retailers can expect in 2025

    As a new year kicks off, the industry is up against challenges concerning tariffs, DEI policies and crime.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 31, 2025
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    Bookshop.org now allows indie bookstores to sell e-books

    The new e-book platform allows independent booksellers to compete against Amazon’s Kindle apps.

    By Howard Ruben • Jan. 31, 2025
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    Joybird brings home design tool to mobile devices

    Augmented reality lets users visualize furniture in their own home, while a Space Planner view allows shoppers to view and share room designs.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 30, 2025
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    Levi’s braces for effects of economic uncertainty on consumers

    The denim brand shrugged off tariffs thanks to its diverse sourcing, but warned its outlook could sour if inflation and other pressures worsen.

    By • Jan. 30, 2025
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    Reebok to debut first performance basketball shoe in more than a decade

    The Engine A, releasing first in a silver colorway, will be available globally on Feb. 13 on Reebok’s website and is priced at $120.

    By • Jan. 30, 2025
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    The Weekly Closeout: Puma eyes ‘efficiency program,’ Adidas could cut jobs

    Puma wants to improve operations and cut costs in the name of profitability, while Adidas said its operating model is too complex.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 24, 2025
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    Serta Simmons completes Beautyrest brand portfolio with 2 launches

    The company is introducing collections to a portfolio that is meant to support customers at a variety of price points. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 24, 2025
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    Private label sales hit record in 2024

    Store brand sales increased nearly 4% to $271 billion, according to a new report from the Private Label Manufacturers Association.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 23, 2025
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    Adidas sales surge 24% in preliminary Q4 results

    For the full year, revenue was also up double-digits, though CEO Bjørn Gulden said the brand is “not yet where we want to be long term.”

    By • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Lola launches postpartum care products at Walmart

    The brand, known for its period care products, said it plans to grow its postpartum collection by launching new items at Target in March.

    By Howard Ruben • Updated Jan. 21, 2025
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    9 brands to watch in 2025

    From skin care companies like Prequel and Dieux to footwear brand Kizik, these retailers are separating themselves from the rest.

    By • Updated Jan. 21, 2025
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    The Weekly Closeout: Foot Locker taps Sonia Syngal for board and New Balance sales hit a record

    Also joining the footwear retailer’s board is Ace Hardware CEO John Venhuizen. Meanwhile, New Balance landed $7.8 billion in global sales last year.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 17, 2025
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    Hydro Flask maker builds inventory, bracing for tariff impact

    Helen of Troy is continuing to pursue diversified sourcing despite uncertainty around U.S. trade policies.

    By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 16, 2025
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    A.k.a. Brands names CEO

    Ciaran Long, chief financial officer since 2021, takes on the top spot, while the company’s global controller, Kevin Grant, has been named CFO.

    By Howard Ruben • Jan. 16, 2025
  • A model wears clothing from Antrhopologie's new resortwear line, including sunglasses, a blue bikini and an oversized button down featuring stamp graphics. The model rides a bike.
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    Anthropologie launches resortwear line

    The Urban Outfitters, Inc.-owned brand is positioning its new label as a response to increased consumer interest in travel.

    By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 15, 2025