Macy's to delay store closures, launch third-party marketplace next year

The department store previously slated 125 stores to close, but now says that's under review as physical locations prove key to digital success.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 18, 2021

Home Depot, Lowe's top estimates in Q3

The retailers lapped 2020's figures when demand in the category skyrocketed. But winning over the pro segment may be key to maintaining that strength.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 17, 2021

Target addresses out-of-stock fears, raises holiday sales outlook

With inventory levels up over $2 billion compared to last year, executives are confident the retailer can meet end-of-year demand.

By Maria Monteros • Nov. 17, 2021

Kmart is closing its last store in birthplace of Michigan

A decade ago, Kmart had more than 1,300 stores under its banner. Today it has less than two dozen — and counting.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 17, 2021

How e-commerce retailers stacked up in Q3

A flood of DTC brands entered the public markets this year. Now, we're seeing how those companies and other online brands are holding up.

By Caroline Jansen • Updated Nov. 23, 2021

StockX acquires inventory management company, Scout

With its first acquisition, StockX aims to streamline the selling experience on its platform as the sneaker resale market heats up. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 17, 2021

Rue Gilt Groupe files for IPO

The Simon Property-backed company has 1 million active shoppers and has experienced operating losses each year since its inception.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 16, 2021

Walmart maintains growth in Q3 as inflation takes hold

As a low-price player, the retail giant gained market share in grocery as consumers look to stretch their food budgets.

By Maria Monteros • Nov. 16, 2021

Casper to be acquired by private equity firm, CEO steps down

After its IPO in 2020, the brand will go private again through a deal with Durational Capital Management, as its co-founder exits the chief executive role.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 15, 2021

Alibaba's 13th Singles Day festival exceeds $84B

This year the retailer focused on its sustainability efforts and highlighted the success of hundreds of participating brands.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 15, 2021

Stock buybacks are back, baby

The largest retailers are spending fortunes repurchasing their own shares. Taxpayers are footing part of the bill while workers and investment may be suffering.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 15, 2021

Warby Parker's sales up 32%, while losses widen

In its first public earnings report since its direct listing in late September, the DTC eyewear brand also raised its full-year guidance.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 12, 2021

The RealReal settles investor lawsuit over authentication claims

The luxury resale specialist is set to pay $11 million to resolve a class action that questioned its process of vetting fakes.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 12, 2021

Dillard's Q3 profits skyrocket more than 500%

The regional department store is the sector's star performer, posting gains compared to 2019 as well, but joins rivals in its need to rethink stores.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 11, 2021

Party City's Halloween more solid than scary, but costs loom

The retailer is closing the gap with its pre-pandemic performance around the crucial holiday. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 11, 2021

These traditional brands are shifting to a DTC model. Here's how.

Athletics retailers are in some ways leading this shift, but brands across the industry are doubling down on the model to grow margins.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 11, 2021

Poshmark falls short even with supply chain advantages

Weighing on the resale specialist's profits and sales are new privacy changes on Apple products. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 10, 2021

Global Brands to wind down

The company, which owns brands and makes products for others, has been facing severe liquidity shortages and strains from the pandemic. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 9, 2021

ThredUp ends styling box option as Q3 revenues soar

ThredUp is benefiting from its domestic sourcing and low pricing, and doesn't depend on the fourth quarter as much as other retailers, executives said.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 9, 2021

Rent-A-Center's Acima fintech unit under investigation in 39 states

The virtual lease-to-own specialist was acquired less than a year ago for $1.3 billion as Rent-A-Center seeks digital scale and retail partners. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 8, 2021

Retailers hail infrastructure deal as good news for the supply chain

After endless talk in Washington about the need to rebuild, the president will soon sign a trillion-dollar package with $550 billion in spending over five years.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 8, 2021

American Eagle buys Quiet Logistics, takes further control over its supply chain

The acquisition gives the company "a fighting chance to meet consumer expectations around free and fast shipping during the holidays," said Shipium CEO Jason Murray.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 8, 2021

17 retailers have filed for IPOs in 2021. What does that say about the industry?

From Warby Parker and Allbirds to Claire's and Mattress Firm, companies across sectors are seizing the opportunity to enter the public markets.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 8, 2021

How high will sales rise? Predictions for the 2021 holiday season

With everything from a 7% rise to an 11% surge, experts differ on exactly how much holiday sales will grow this year.

By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 5, 2021

Centric Brands, WHP Global team up to buy Joe's Jeans for more than $48M

Previous owner Sequential Brands Group has been dismantling its portfolio through the bankruptcy process.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2021