Shrink down, margins up at Dollar General a year after removing nearly all self-checkout

The discounter expects to raise prices “as a last resort” as tariffs and the economy replace lost merchandise as its major concerns.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2025

Nike taps McDonald’s exec for chief communications officer

Michael Gonda joins July 7 and is the latest change CEO Elliott Hill has made to the actiewear brand’s leadership ranks.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 3, 2025

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How marketplaces are evolving

From regulation and counterfeits to the launch of new platforms, here's where marketplaces are cropping up in retail.

By Retail Dive staff

Victoria’s Secret postpones earnings following security incident

The company provided preliminary Q1 results, but a shutdown of its website during “retail’s all-important Memorial Day weekend” was a “significant problem,” according to analysts. 

By Kaarin Moore • June 3, 2025

Tariffs squeeze off-price retailers more than expected

The major players likely have greater exposure to import levies than previously thought, though their value proposition remains an advantage.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2025

David’s Bridal launches Generation Tux shop-in-shops

The retailer will dedicate space to the tuxedo and suit rental company at its entire fleet by the end of the year. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 2, 2025

Away appoints new CEO as it expands sales channels

President Jessica Schinazi takes on the lead position as co-founder Jen Rubio steps into an executive chair role on the board. 

By Dani James • June 2, 2025

Spirit Halloween cancels season opening event due to ‘supply chain challenges’

Although the specialty retailer did not say tariffs caused the cancellation, it did point to “international disruptions.”

By Kaarin Moore • June 2, 2025

Kizik taps Nike vet as CEO

Gareth Hosford, who held leadership positions at the athletics giant and Converse, will lead the hands-free footwear brand and its parent company.

By Howard Ruben • June 2, 2025

Home Depot elevates CIO from within as AI adoption plans progress

Angie Brown will lead technology strategy for the home improvement retail giant after a 27-year career with the company.

By Matt Ashare • June 2, 2025

Saks Global rescues its holiday with $350M in new financing

Without the infusion, the luxury department store company would struggle to pay vendors ahead of the critical season, analysts say.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2025

What went wrong at Target?

The mass merchant is looking to turn around falling sales and declining customer sentiment. But first, it needs to diagnose its own problems.

By Dani James • June 2, 2025

The $158B supply chain gap: why connection matters in times of uncertainty

Uncertain times reveal supply chain fragility. Here’s how retailers can build resilient connections.

June 2, 2025

Small businesses say AI hasn’t lived up to the hype

AI provided some advantages but isn’t quite living up to its promise, according to a survey from American Express.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • May 30, 2025

Nike Chief Innovation Officer John Hoke to retire

The executive, who served as the brand's first chief design officer, is exiting after more than 30 years as it works through a broader turnaround strategy.

By Dani James • May 30, 2025

Ulta sees signs of improvement in Q1, but stays cautious

While beauty is generally recession-proof, executives said the category is not “immune to consumer pressure” and customers could pull back.

By Cara Salpini • May 30, 2025

Tariffs are likely to drive Prime Day purchases

Consumers are looking to stock up on essentials and other goods as fears of tariff-driven price increases loom, according to a recent Tinuiti survey.

By Howard Ruben • May 30, 2025

Gap Inc. braces for as much as $300M in tariff-related costs

As import levies threaten the apparel retailer’s momentum, including a potential $150 million hit to margins, executives said pricing won’t change.

By Daphne Howland • May 30, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Foot Locker sales fall and GameStop makes a bitcoin play

In the lead-up to its acquisition by rival Dick’s, the athletics retailer said it saw soft traffic trends. Meanwhile, the gaming retailer’s stock fell on its latest move.

By Retail Dive Staff • May 30, 2025

US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 29, 2025

Best Buy lowers guidance due to tariffs as Q1 revenue drops

The retailer enacted tariff-related price adjustments this month and made progress in minimizing the percentage of its product costs from China.

By Dani James • May 29, 2025

E.l.f. Beauty to acquire Hailey Bieber’s Rhode for $1B

Citing a “very high bar for M&A,” CEO Tarang Amin said the retailer only makes acquisitions when it’s a clear win-win, as with its 2023 purchase of Naturium.

By Cara Salpini • May 29, 2025

The Backroom: Breaking down Dick’s Sporting Goods’ deal to acquire Foot Locker

The team discusses the implications of the surprise acquisition, how Dick’s is defending it and why the stakes could be different for each retailer.

By Retail Dive Staff • May 29, 2025

Victoria’s Secret shuts down website in response to security incident

Although stores are open, the company has also halted some in-store services as it works to fully restore operations. 

By Kaarin Moore • May 29, 2025

Walgreens rekindles micro-fulfillment center strategy

The pharmacy retailer added a 12th automated facility to its network while touting improved performance and shipped volumes.

By Philip Neuffer • May 28, 2025

Macy’s sees opportunity to take share as tariffs roil pricing

The department store posted better-than-expected Q1 results, but its momentum is challenged by uncertainty in both supply and demand.

By Daphne Howland • May 28, 2025