DEI could get better than ever

The intense pressure to end diversity initiatives has led companies to scrutinize their policies. Many will end up making them stronger.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 13, 2025

Retail job cuts rise 20% in January

That’s on top of meaningful cuts in December and comes as online shopping and automation have reshaped job skills, Challenger, Gray & Christmas found.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 12, 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

Qurate shutters Florida headquarters, shuffles leadership

The company that runs HSN and QVC is still in a turnaround period as it shifts its brand focus to social shopping and streaming.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Feb. 12, 2025

Levi’s expands C-Suite leaders’ responsibilities

The changes follow the decision to cut up to 15% of its global corporate workforce as part of an initiative to drive cost savings and long-term growth.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 12, 2025

Mattress Firm CEO exits

One week after Tempur Sealy finalized its acquisition of the company, ​​​​​John Eck has stepped down from the role.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 12, 2025

Liberated Brands to close all stores, sell its wholesale inventory following bankruptcy

The company hired Gordon Brothers to conduct liquidation sales for its operated stores including Billabong, Roxy and Quiksilver.

By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 12, 2025

Party City IP, wholesale operations to be acquired for $20M

An affiliate of Ad Populum is buying the party retailer's IP, but Dollar Tree and Five Below emerged as top bidders for the company's store leases.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 11, 2025

Former New York & Co. chief to lead Express, Bonobos

Greg Scott’s 30-plus years in the fashion industry also include stints at Fashion Nova and The Boutique Brands.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 11, 2025

Bargain Hunt files Chapter 11 with plans to close all stores

Losing a customer returns partnership with Amazon contributed to the company’s difficulties, along with annual losses and a competitive environment.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 10, 2025

Macy’s sticks with stores chief to lead brick-and-mortar transformation

Barbie Cameron began at the company nearly 40 years ago and has a pivotal role as the department store scrambles to rightsize and overhaul its fleet.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 10, 2025

Are B malls having a moment?

Companies like Simon Property Group and Walmart are throwing money at shopping centers with empty stores, weak traffic and falling sales.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 10, 2025

De minimis exemption temporarily returns for products from China

Duty-free treatment for sub-$800 products will end again once systems are put in place to collect tariff revenue more effectively, per the White House.

By Max Garland • Feb. 10, 2025

5 shipping myths, busted

Think one carrier is enough? These five shipping myths might be costing you time, money, and customers.

Feb. 10, 2025

Peak 2024: Why only 42% of supply chains hit their mark

Learn why early tech decisions make or break peak success.

By Josh Lett, Senior Vice President, Professional Services, Deposco • Feb. 10, 2025

AI-driven edge cloud: Personalizing retail experiences and optimizing operations

The integration of AI and edge cloud technology is unlocking new opportunities for personalization and operational efficiency for retailers.

Feb. 10, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Beyond closes Kirkland’s deal — and a very beary Valentine’s Day

The two home retailers finalized their investment deal, while Build-A-Bear expanded its long-running “After Dark” collection.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 7, 2025

Amazon’s faster delivery, lower prices drive holiday sales boom

As stores offer empty shelves and locked-up merchandise, the e-commerce giant makes itself convenient to budget-minded shoppers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 7, 2025

Dollar General focuses on stores with exec appointments

Steve Deckard will oversee the expansion of the retailer’s footprint, and Tracey Herrmann was promoted to executive vice president of store operations. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 7, 2025

Tempur Sealy closes $5B Mattress Firm takeover, plans rebrand to Somnigroup

A federal court in January denied antitrust regulators’ latest move against the deal, which creates a conglomerate of three decentralized business units and the largest bedding company in the world.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 6, 2025

Janie and Jack debuts online third-party marketplace

The move expands the children’s apparel brand into other product categories including home furnishings, toys and baby gear. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 6, 2025

Under Armour e-commerce sales fall 20% as it pulls back on promotions

Still, overall revenue came in better than expected and CEO Kevin Plank said the brand has more wholesale partnerships in the works.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 6, 2025

Walmart cuts nearly 700 corporate jobs, will close North Carolina office

The retailer is asking some employees to relocate to Arkansas or California as it works to return more staff to in-person teams.

By Nate Delesline III • Updated Feb. 13, 2025

Walmart buys Pittsburgh-area mall for $34M

In the first major purchase of its kind for the company, the retailer tapped a Texas firm to lead redevelopment of the 1.2 million-square-foot property.

By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 5, 2025

Simon Property Group turns to ‘B’ malls for growth

Over the next two years, the real estate investment trust will work to make upgrades and fill empty spaces at lower-performing centers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 5, 2025

J.C. Penney launches business-to-business website for bulk orders

The department store has a new digital tool that offers its catalog and personalized product support to companies and nonprofits. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 5, 2025