Mango extends e-commerce operations to 12 new markets

The company also named Marlies Hersbach as its new e-commerce executive director as its online business accelerates. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 4, 2024

Walmart to help sellers fulfill orders from third-party e-commerce sites

The Multichannel Solutions program deepens the retailer’s competition with Amazon, but there are some limitations to the service.

By Max Garland • Aug. 30, 2024

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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

What lies ahead for Bonobos under new ownership

The DTC darling has changed hands several times over the past decade. Does that matter?

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 28, 2024

At Stitch Fix, stylists move into the spotlight

In its quest to stem sales declines, the apparel box retailer has overhauled its customer experience model.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2024

Nearly 40% of consumers return an online purchase ‘at least’ once a month: report

The majority of consumers are open to exchanges or store credit instead of full refunds if the returns process is easy, according to Narvar.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 26, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: Amazon’s October sales event returns and Hollister goes back to school

The e-commerce giant is prepping for its unofficial holiday kickoff event, while the apparel brand launched a collection featuring over 30 U.S. universities.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 23, 2024

Amazon launches annual grocery subscription plan

The yearly option’s debut comes just a few months after the company rolled out its monthly subscription offering.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 23, 2024

Peloton projects nearly 10% sales decline for the year

CFO Liz Coddington expects “softness” in connected fitness demand in the medium term, but remains optimistic about the category’s growth potential.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 22, 2024

Amazon allowing sellers to ditch physical returns

The offering for Fulfillment by Amazon users helps them avoid fees by simply having customers keep items, the company said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 21, 2024

Spanx founder launches shoe brand Sneex

Three years after selling a majority stake in her shapewear brand to Blackstone, Sara Blakely has set out to reimagine high heels.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 20, 2024

Best Buy launches AI-powered delivery tracking

The company joins the growing ranks of retailers that are tapping artificial intelligence to enhance the shopping experience.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 19, 2024

Walgreens names digital commerce leader, chief merchant

Sharmila Sudhakar comes from Tailored Brands to tackle digital growth while Tracey Koller joins from Party City to lead merchandising,

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 16, 2024

Walmart e-commerce sales surge 21%, but profitability remains elusive

E-commerce losses narrowed in the quarter, as CEO Doug McMillon told analysts the retailer will “eventually make money in e-commerce.”

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 15, 2024

In latest effort to trim costs, Grove Collaborative switches to Shopify

The sustainably-minded consumer products company reported expanded margins and narrowed losses in Q2, but sales and active customers declined.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 13, 2024

Amazon Prime Day drives the most loyalty among summer sales events

Over 80% of shoppers who made purchases during the recent spate of sales only bought items at Amazon, Earnest Analytics found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 12, 2024

Warby Parker notches highest e-commerce growth in 13 quarters

With e-commerce revenue growth of 4.4% in Q2, the DTC eyewear brand is making progress against the goals it outlined at the start of the year.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 9, 2024

Mercari opens first physical store in Los Angeles

Mercari on Melrose includes a spot for sellers to list items, a dedicated DIY and events space, and a partner pop-up area. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 5, 2024

Amazon moves up Black Friday inventory deadline for sellers

The e-commerce giant wants products in a week earlier than in 2023 as it looks to maintain fast Prime delivery speeds during its busiest time of year.

By Max Garland • Aug. 5, 2024

Amazon’s retail sales growth ebbs in Q2

Advertising and services, including the blockbuster cloud unit, remain the center of growth and profits for the e-commerce giant.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 2, 2024

Wayfair revenue down 1.7% in Q2 as category remains challenged

But the online home goods retailer was able to narrow its losses and CEO Niraj Shah said a turnaround in the sector could be on the horizon.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 1, 2024

55% of Gen Z have made an online purchase while browsing social media

A new survey from Walmart and Morning Consult indicates that social media is becoming a key platform for product discovery. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 30, 2024

3 things to look for in a scalable e-commerce shipping solution

Choosing a shipping solution designed with the needs of e-commerce businesses in mind can help leaders scale their businesses with minimal disruptions to their workflows.

July 29, 2024

Amazon, Better Business Bureau file joint lawsuit in fight over fake reviews

It’s the e-commerce giant’s first joint lawsuit tackling fake review brokers and aims to shut down ReviewServiceUSA.com.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 22, 2024

Knix enlists soccer star Megan Rapinoe for latest campaign

Rapinoe teamed up with the brand to pay athletes to talk about their periods while competing in sports.

By Howard Ruben • July 22, 2024

The Weekly Closeout: What the Supreme sale means for VF’s debt and Mango posts ‘record’ first half

The recent sale could spell good news for the apparel company’s upcoming maturities. Meanwhile, Mango plots expansion. 

By Retail Dive Staff • July 19, 2024