Trump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs

Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.

By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025

Target expects tariffs to pressure profits in Q1

The retailer saw sales slide in the fourth quarter as it faced out-of-stocks and other challenges with in-store experiences.

By Nate Delesline III • March 4, 2025

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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

Gen Z used BNPL more than credit cards over holidays, survey shows

It was the first J.D. Power survey to show that buy now, pay later overtook credit card use among that demographic.

By Patrick Cooley • March 4, 2025

Inflation continues to drive private label growth

Gen Z and millennial shoppers are particularly interested in store brands as they seek out both value and quality, per a Circana study.

By Howard Ruben • March 3, 2025

Trump delays de minimis’ end for Canada, Mexico products

The exemption will remain even with new tariffs set to take effect Tuesday as the White House pursues better methods to collect duties from low-cost goods.

By Max Garland • March 3, 2025

Forever 21 will lay off nearly 700, close headquarters

Nine stores in California and Pennsylvania will close, as Catalyst Brands, which owns the brand’s operations, explores its options.

By Daphne Howland • Updated March 3, 2025

QVC Group focuses on social, streaming growth as revenue continues to slide

After a $1.2 billion annual net loss, the company has struck a deal with CEO David Rawlinson to stay on through 2027 as it pursues a turnaround strategy.

By Nate Delesline III • March 3, 2025

What 5 charts say about the pandemic’s impact on retail, 5 years later

The industry may be far from the dramatic day-to-day struggles of 2020, but it hasn’t yet escaped the long tail the global health crisis left in its wake.

By Cara Salpini • March 3, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Harry Potter wand-ers into Chicago, Target beefs up partnerships

The magical store will land on the Magnificent Mile in April, while Target’s announcements included deals with Warby Parker and Champion. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 28, 2025

Canada and Mexico tariffs will take effect March 4, Trump confirms

The president will also impose an additional 10% import tax on China next week and hinted at plans to soon levy 25% duties on the European Union.

By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 27, 2025

Apparel rental site Nuuly turns profitable, aims for $500M in sales this year

All Urban Outfitters Inc. brands gained market share and customers, with shoppers still “enthusiastic rather than exuberant,” CEO Richard Hayne said.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 27, 2025

Target, Warby Parker team up on eyewear shop-in-shops

The two will open five locations this year, staffed by Warby Parker employees, as a complement to Target’s existing optical business.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 27, 2025

The Backroom: ‘Foes of a Minimum Wage Guard’

Playwright Ken Harris talks about how his loss prevention experience informs his award-winning play, and gives his unique perspective on shrink and theft.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 27, 2025

Home Depot, Lowe’s notch comp gains in Q4

While the sector may be on the mend, higher interest rates and potential tariff challenges continue to pressure the market.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 27, 2025

Fabletics targets demand planning, inventory management

The apparel company will build a forecasting model using Blue Yonder’s supply chain planning solutions.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 27, 2025

Neiman Marcus Dallas flagship will close despite city’s intervention

Owner Saks Global had blamed the closure on a lease dispute but says its plans remain even though civic leaders have brokered a solution.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 26, 2025

Target launches partnership with Champion

The two are teaming up five years after their last line was discontinued — this time on a 500-piece collection, with most items priced under $40.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 26, 2025

Ulta taps company vet for chief marketer role

Since January, the company has also named a new CEO and elevated Chief Store Operations Officer Amiee Bayer-Thomas to chief retail officer.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 26, 2025

Neiman Marcus deal triggers another round of layoffs at Saks Global

The company in July also downsized operations in anticipation of the $2.7 billion acquisition, which closed at the end of last year.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 26, 2025

Dallas city, business leaders rally to save Neiman Marcus flagship

A coalition has formed to bring owner Saks Global and its lessors back to the negotiating table, declaring, “Texans are problem solvers.”

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 25, 2025

Beyond slashes SKUs and vendors as Q4 revenue falls 21%

Executive Chairman Marcus Lemonis said “the worst is absolutely 100% behind us” and that the retailer might notch a few profitable months this year.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 25, 2025

Dollar General opens distribution center in Arkansas

The North Little Rock facility will support the company’s traditional supply chain, DG Fresh network and DG Private Fleet. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 25, 2025

Walmart expands same-day delivery reach

Tech advancements are also helping the retailer bring store-fulfilled orders to more customers.

By Max Garland • Feb. 25, 2025

Solo Brands CEO exits after just a year in the role

Chris Metz, who took the helm last year, had begun a full strategic review of the company’s portfolio amid declining sales.

By Howard Ruben • Feb. 24, 2025

Belk to open 2 more outlet stores in North Carolina

Customers have “come to love the concept,” which features an outlet on the first floor and a traditional Belk store on the second.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 24, 2025