Tariffs could take $6M bite out of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. bottom line

The apparel company's already slow recovery isn't helped by new and proposed levies, and it's moving to source less from China.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 29, 2019

WSJ: Forever 21 nears bankruptcy

The newspaper reported that the teen retailer could file as early as Sunday, but the company disputed the report.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated Sept. 12, 2019

Best Buy narrows outlook amid trade levies

With a broad assortment, strong omnichannel and high-touch services, the electronics retailer is poised to weather the uncertainty, analysts say.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 29, 2019

Charming Charlie IP goes on the auction block

The retailer's assets include customer databases for 7 million loyalty members, 6.8 million opt-in email addresses and 3 million physical addresses.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2019

Hong Kong unrest undermines Tiffany's strength

The famed jeweler needs the China market more than ever as sentiment falters among consumers at home, signaling trouble for the holidays.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2019

Liberty Tax to buy beleaguered Sears Hometown's Outlet business for $133M

The acquisition follows a deal by the reconstituted Sears to buy the Hometown business and adds to the tax prep company's growing lretail business.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2019

Soma lifts Chico's in Q2

The retail company swung to a loss in the period, but executives expressed confidence in the turnarounds at White House Black Market and its namesake.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 28, 2019

L Brands hit with class action over financial disclosures

A shareholder lawsuit alleges the retailer painted a misleading picture about its ability to pay out dividends in the face of profit declines. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 27, 2019

DTC bedding brand Boll & Branch raises $100M

The startup, focused on sustainability and social impact, said it will use the fresh funds to grow its selling channels and expand into adjacent categories.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 27, 2019

J. Jill swings to a loss

The retailer has downsized its headquarters, both in space and headcount, and is streamlining operations, including shortening its production calendar.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2019

Ascena disputes problems with lenders

A failure to communicate and pay proceeds from its Maurices sale led some to wonder if the company is mulling bankruptcy, the New York Post reported.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2019

Cole Haan files confidential IPO

The retailer, which is owned by private equity firm Apax Partners, said the price range and number of shares for the offering has yet to be determined.

By Daphne Howland , Kaarin Moore • Updated Oct. 21, 2019

Target and Disney partner to open 25 toy shops

The entertainment giant is growing its retail presence with store-within-a-store concepts at Target, expanding the mass merchant's toy offerings.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 26, 2019

Walmart launches private label skincare line

Earth to Skin offers clean beauty products for under $10, and could be a threat to Amazon's recent Belei brand.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 26, 2019

Amazon to invest $15B in tools for third-party sellers in 2019

The announcement comes after reports that the e-commerce giant booted some sellers off its platform.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 26, 2019

Nordstrom launches online curation of sustainable goods

The department store joins many others in touting higher environmental and social standards, but analysts warn such efforts must be genuine.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2019

Nordstrom turns to company veteran for new chief merchant role

The promotion of Teri Bariquit, who has been with the retailer for 33 years, signals both confidence and an acknowledgement of the need to improve.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 23, 2019

Overstock CEO steps down after 'Deep State' comments

Patrick Byrne had become known for his colorful, obscure and sometimes head-scratching comments, but some last week sent investors fleeing. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 23, 2019

Ross posts 6% sales increase, opens 27 stores in Q2

The off-pricer posted "respectable" comps against a tough comparison as it tries to right its women's business and waits to see how tariffs play out. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 23, 2019

Old Navy fails to deliver for Gap Inc.

The brand's spin-off may not make sense in light of its worst performance since 2016, according to Wells Fargo.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 23, 2019

Dick's posts best comps since 2016

After a disappointing 2018, the retailer's CEO said that its "investments are working, our major headwinds are behind us and we've bent the curve on sales."

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 22, 2019

Nordstrom rises on profit beat

But declines at off-price Rack may signal dire circumstances, and one analyst calls the retailer's decision to withhold comparable sales numbers "telling." 

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 22, 2019

L Brands can't shake Victoria's Secret woes

Changes at the lingerie brand have yet to gain traction, but Bath & Body Works continues to set an example with superior results.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 22, 2019

Retail is rife with harassment, and employers aren't intervening, survey says

The U.K.-based report revealed nearly half of workers experienced "sexual, racist, homophobic or otherwise very offensive language" at work.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 22, 2019

The Home Depot, Lowe's post strong comps

However, lumber price deflation and recently announced tariffs hit both companies, causing Home Depot to lower its guidance.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 21, 2019