Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas to stay open through the holidays

Parent company Saks Global, in concert with the city, is evaluating alternate plans for the location as a potential art, fashion or entertainment destination.

By Kaarin Moore • March 31, 2025

J. Jill plans ship-from-store capability

The apparel brand will join a growing roster of retailers using their brick-and-mortar footprints to fulfill e-commerce orders.

By Max Garland • March 31, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

A look back on COVID-19’s impact on retail

The pandemic has had lasting effects on the industry, including altering operations and resetting consumer expectations.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 31, 2025

Build-A-Bear Workshop pulls forward inventory to deflect tariff impact

The stuffed animal retailer says the move enables better flexibility in a fluctuating trade environment. 

By Kelly Stroh • March 31, 2025

QVC Group lays off 900 employees

The reorganization and elimination of roles comes as the company embarks on a three-part turnaround strategy.

By Caroline Jansen • March 28, 2025

Lululemon leans on newness to lure reluctant US customers

This year the brand plans to expand its footprint by opening stores and enlarging existing locations, and will add new markets abroad.

By Daphne Howland • March 28, 2025

Spanx founder’s ‘Sneex’ trademark request denied

Sara Blakely’s footwear company has to prove trademarking the term isn’t “merely descriptive.”

By Laurel Deppen • March 28, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: GameStop pays for CEO’s security, layoffs at Mattel

The gaming retailer paid nearly $270,000 last year for Ryan Cohen’s executive security, while the toy company laid off 120 workers at its headquarters.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 28, 2025

Foot Locker names Franklin Bracken president

Bracken, who joined the retailer 15 years ago and was tapped as chief commercial officer in 2022, will help accelerate its Lace Up growth plan.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 27, 2025

The Backroom: Talking wholesale with Liza Amlani

The longtime merchant discusses the myths and rewards of a channel that is getting renewed appreciation in the industry.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 27, 2025

GameStop to close ‘significant number’ of stores, invest in bitcoin

The closures are on top of the company shuttering nearly 600 U.S. locations last year.

By Kaarin Moore • March 27, 2025

Vitamin Shoppe debuts ‘Hometown’ store concept

The shop-in-shops, which are in markets like Los Angeles and Houston, feature brands with local connections.

By Howard Ruben • March 26, 2025

Amazon building robotics fulfillment center in North Carolina

The facility will contain more than 3 million square feet of floor space and support the company’s efforts to cut costs and improve production.

By Philip Neuffer • March 26, 2025

Dollar Tree sells Family Dollar for $1B

A sale to private equity comes 10 years after Dollar Tree acquired its rival for $8.5 billion, a decade when the business has mostly dragged down results.

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2025

Coty sells stake in Kim Kardashian beauty brand Skkn to Skims

Skims will unite its beauty and lifestyle ventures under one brand in a “pivotal” expansion for the shapewear brand. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 25, 2025

BuyBuy Baby to relaunch online in May

The announcement comes nearly two months after Beyond acquired the baby retailer, reuniting it with its former owner Bed Bath & Beyond.

By Caroline Jansen • March 25, 2025

Bloomingdale’s merchant jumps to Macy’s to lead children’s, men’s

Daniel Leppo, whose career launched 30-plus years ago at the luxury department store, brings merchandising strength in need at Macy’s.

By Daphne Howland • March 25, 2025

Designer Brands to open more DSW stores, refresh rewards program

Over the holiday quarter, sales fell and losses widened, but comps rose for the first time in over two years.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 24, 2025

Is Walmart the next major c-store competitor?

The big-box retailer will open or remodel at least 45 fueling centers this year amid plans to reach 450 sites across its network.

By Brett Dworski • March 24, 2025

Target tests new delivery method for Shipt drivers

The initiative involves couriers bringing "brown box" shipments from stores to customers in locations lacking a sortation center.

By Max Garland • March 24, 2025

5 years after pandemic lockdowns, is retail back to normal?

Stores are open, inventory is flowing and inflation is down. But today’s uncertainty and destabilization are making consumers anxious.

By Daphne Howland • March 24, 2025

Nike focuses on rightsizing key footwear styles as sales plunge 9%

Some analysts expected the retailer to take more drastic action on its oversold franchises, but CEO Elliott Hill still sees a place for the “beloved silhouettes.”

By Cara Salpini • March 21, 2025

Target adds 2,000 products to baby assortment

The revamp is the latest over the last year as the retailer focuses on newness to grow share across its merchandising portfolio.

By Nate Delesline III • March 21, 2025

Walmart expands premium beauty options

The retail giant also announced the four brands that will participate in its third beauty accelerator program, Walmart Start.

By Daphne Howland • March 21, 2025

QVC Group taps media vet as chief growth officer

The live shopping pioneer hired Alex Wellen to steer its growth as it adapts to the ever-evolving social media and streaming era.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 20, 2025