Retail
Target Makes Leadership Changes To Boost Growth, Focuses On Style And Design
Senior Contributor
Target Corp. is moving quickly to simplify its structure so it can advance its strategy with speed. Cara Sylvester was named chief merchant.
Amazon Agentic Hypocrisy? Agents For Me But Not For Thee
Senior Contributor
Salesforce Holiday Survey Sees Surge In Use Of AI Agents
Senior Contributor
More From Retail
Wintour’s Vogue Exit Leaves Apparel Industry With An Identity Crisis
Fashion’s influence is shifting from magazines to social media as AI, creators, and micro-trends redefine how consumers discover and buy apparel.
ByGreg Petro,
Contributor
Target Plus Dials Up The Plus As New Brands Join Its Invite-Only Marketplace
Target expands its curated marketplace with brands that support its differentiated merchandising strategy, putting 'Tar-zhay' spin to stand apart from competitors.
Senior Contributor
How Olipop, Levi’s And Taco Bell Are Reshaping World Cup Marketing
The 2026 World Cup is no longer just advertising stage: it has become an opportunity for a month-long commercial event, with in-person brand experiences taking the center stage.
ByClara Ludmir,
Contributor
On Pushes Innovation Hard While Nike Finds Turnaround Tough Going
As Nike's turnaround shows some positive signs, rivals like On and Hoka continue to nip at its market share. Swiss-based On believes its new innovation will up the pace.
Contributor
Caitlin Clark Is Set To Debut Her First Nike Signature Shoe—Here’s What We Know
Caitlin Clark Is Set To Debut Her First Nike Signature Shoe: Here’s What We Know So Far
Contributor
Hasbro’s First ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Toys Are Released
The first products in Hasbro’s "KPop Demon Hunters" line are here to entertain fans of Netflix’s animated movie musical phenomenon.
ByTim Lammers,
Contributor
Why Moving Production To Vietnam Doesn't End China Dependence
Moving production to Vietnam doesn't end reliance on China. The parts, tooling, and speed still come from China, even when the label says Vietnam.
Contributor
Miley Cyrus Gushes About New Barbie Doll As It Goes On Sale
Pop star Miley Cyrus is thrilled about Mattel’s release of a Barbie doll that is based on the singer's look in her “Golden Burning Sun” music video.
ByTim Lammers,
Contributor
How California’s New EPR Law Will Supercharge Fashion Resale
California's new EPR law forces fashion brands to be responsible for their products' end-of-life, accelerating the shift to circular practices and resale.
Senior Contributor
Amazon, Walmart And Home Depot: The Rise Of The Omnivore Retailer
Major retailers are building entirely new businesses beyond the store. Here's what the rise of the omnivore retailer means for Amazon, Walmart and the future of retail.
ByBrian Delp,
Contributor
Lululemon Faces A Growing Crisis Of Trust After Another Controversy Emerges
A new cultural misstep in China and recent quality concerns revive questions of Lululemon's credibility and consumer trust, giving customers a reason to look elsewhere.
Senior Contributor
FAO Schwarz And Nordstrom Launch Jewel Box Space And New York Flagship
FAO Schwarz and Nordstrom have teamed up in New York to open a premium store space at the department store's flagship and will rollout their collaboration nationwide.
Contributor
How SB 707, EPR Laws And EU Rules Reshape Fashion Supply Chains
How EU Digital Product Passports, California SB 707, and new state EPR laws are reshaping fashion supply chains, compliance costs, and sourcing strategies.
ByBrian Delp,
Contributor
AI Played A Big Role In Prime Day Sales, With 40% Better Conversion
Online sales during the Prime Day event were up 9.3% over last year, and AI-generated traffic made significant gains in driving sales.
ByJoan Verdon,
Senior Contributor
How AI Is Helping Fake Stores Fool Shoppers
The online retail landscape is plagued by "ghost stores," fake e-commerce sites posing as local boutiques, often using AI and deep discounts to deceive customers.
Contributor
Garrett Leight Launches Archives For Rare Vintage Eyewear
Garrett Leight California Optical is launching today, a new destination for rare vintage, collector and deadstock eyewear.
Senior Contributor
Luxury Must Amplify Meaning—As Living Well Now Outranks Owning More
In a softening luxury goods market, meaning has become the new currency, reshaping demand, raising expectations and requiring brands to earn the right to be purchased.
Senior Contributor
