1. Uncategorized

The Weekly Closeout: Kirkland’s explores strategic alternatives as Claire’s celebrates Hello Kitty

Written by Posted on Less than 0 min read

The home retailer is also instituting a cost-savings plan as sales fell 5% in Q1. Meanwhile, the tween brand is honoring the iconic character’s 50th anniversary.

View Original Article
Member since
Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, website, and app cover topics such as the future of brick-and-mortar, retail technology, e-commerce, marketing, payment technology, in-store operations, omnichannel shopper journey, and more. Retail Dive is a leading industry publication operated by Industry Dive. Our business journalists spark ideas and shape agendas for 7+ million decision makers in the most competitive industries. https://www.retaildive.com/
Do you like RetailDive's articles? Follow on social!

More from RetailDive

  1. Channel: Mass

Walmart hits supplier emissions goal 6 years early

The retailer’s vendors have already reported fulfilling Project Gigaton’s target of cutting 1 billion metric tons of greenhouse gases from its supply chain.   View Original Article Operations & Supply Chain Target Vendors Walmart RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Channel: Mass

Walmart confirms hundreds of coporate layoffs

The retailer also said “the majority” of remote workers and those at offices in Dallas, Atlanta and Toronto, must relocate — mostly to its Arkansas headquarters. View Original Article Associates Walmart RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

JLL finds signs of rebound in New York City retail real estate

But some submarkets are doing better than others when it comes to asking rents and availability. View Original Article RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, website, and app cover topics such […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Corporate Strategy

Walgreens CIO Hsiao Wang out amid C-suite shakeup

​The company has brought in seasoned exec Neal Sample to make “near-term” technology decisions, according to an email sent to employees.  View Original Article Associates Executives Technology & Innovation Walgreens RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Corporate Finance

Purple settles fight with activist investor Coliseum Capital Management

The mattress brand agreed to shake up its board by adding three new members and replacing its board chair. View Original Article Results & Investment RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Merchandising

How the pandemic’s e-commerce boom drove new packaging trends

Industry experts say the last three years have seen an uptick in “ships in own container” packaging as well as changes in design. View Original Article COVID19 Packaging RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Operations & Supply Chain

Wolverine World Wide lays off 150 at distribution center

The company is closing a facility in Louisville, Kentucky, after previously saying its Saucony and Sperry brands would continue to operate out of it. View Original Article Operations & Supply Chain RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Data & Insights

Sears is a shell of its former self. So why is it reopening some stores?

Sears and Kmart once dominated the retail landscape.
6 min read
0
  1. Merchandising

Walmart switching to paper mailers, rightsizing boxes to cut packaging waste

The retail giant says it could eliminate 65 million plastic mailers by early next year. View Original Article Packaging Sustainability Walmart RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, website, and app cover […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Owned Brands (Private Label)

CVS launches beauty and personal care brand

Dive Brief: A look at the 2022 holiday season Dive Insight: Citing a Harris Poll indicating that four in 10 Americans can’t afford to practice self-care, the pharmacy chain appears to be targeting customers searching for products available at a more accessible price point. To showcase One+Other, a marketing campaign for the brand highlights diverse faces to […]
2 min read
0
4
  1. Corporate Strategy

The Inkey List appoints new CEO

Stephanie Davis Michelman takes on the chief executive position, while co-founders Colette Laxton and Mark Curry maintain active roles. View Original Article Executives RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, website, and app […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

NRF objects to Visa-Mastercard settlement

The National Retail Federation lashed out at a landmark legal settlement on Friday, calling the pact a “meager and temporary” relief. View Original Article Editor's Choice Legal & Criminal RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Channel: Dollar/Value

Why Dollar General is winning with store count

By committing to smaller, rural markets, the retailer has room to grow its substantial store footprint, industry experts and company leaders say. View Original Article Dollar General RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Corporate Strategy

Purple hones in on premium market with 2 new collections

The DTC mattress brand is repositioning itself as it focuses on three distinct segments of the market, CEO Rob DeMartini told Retail Dive. View Original Article Executives RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

GameStop Q1 sales drop 29% as it issues new stock offering

The video game-focused retailer plans to capitalize again on meme stock interest by selling 75 million more shares. View Original Article RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, website, and app cover […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Consumer Durables

Universal Standard co-founder Alexandra Waldman dies

​[[“value”:”Waldman created the inclusive sizing apparel brand alongside Polina Veksler in an effort to make fashion more accessible.”]]  View Original Article Dept. Apparel Inclusivity RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, website, […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Shopper & Customer

SaksOff5th.com beefs up user experience leadership

Former Untuckit exec Julie Mares will lead new strategies for the online customer journey, amid shifting priorities at the e-retailer. View Original Article Executives Shoppers RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

Digital Brands Group Q3 sales rise while net loss, expenses grow

​[[“value”:”The company — which is currently exploring strategic alternatives — operates a portfolio of brands including Sundry and Stateside. “]]  View Original Article RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. The daily email newsletter, website, and app […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Media & Marketing

Why J.C. Penney’s loyalty program is the next step in its $1B turnaround plan

Chief Customer Officer Katie Mullen explains how the retailer’s revamped program will deliver value to consumers and boost first-party data reserves. View Original Article Consumers Data & Insights Executives Marketing: Loyalty & Subscription Shoppers RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

American Dream misses another $8.8M loan payment

The experience-rich mega-mall in New Jersey, which lost some $60 million in 2021, also struggled to meet financial obligations last year. View Original Article Brick and Mortar Results & Investment RetailDive Member since November 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following Retail Dive provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most impactful news and trends shaping retail. […]
< 1 min read
0
Next