E-Commerce
Home Depot launches express delivery fleet in ‘frozen’ housing market
The home improvement chain is focused on “controlling what we can control” in a challenging environment.
Alex is a senior reporter for Retail Brew covering big box stores and direct-to-consumer brands. He previously covered the Fed, inflation, and crypto for Cheddar News.
Consumer Behavior & Trends
Economic roundup: Retail sales decline and fewer jobs
Plus, malls are hanging a “cultural moment.”
E-Commerce
The biggest takeaways from retail executives at eTail Boston
Retailers had a lot to say about AI investments, but the in-store experience and customer loyalty were also big topics.
Stores
This Week in Retail: Walmart, Target earnings, and Anime NYC
Plus, it’s National Thrift Shop Day.
Stores
This Week in Retail: eTail Boston and July retail sales
Plus, the latest consumer price index.
Stores
Four takeaways from Walmart’s Q1 earnings results
The retail giant warns of possible inflation in Q2, says stores are fulfilling more deliveries, and that general merchandise is making a comeback.
Stores
TJX is boosting marketing, payroll to sustain winning streak
The discount conglomerate is in the zone in the current economic climate, and now it’s investing to keep it up.
E-Commerce
Target expands next-day delivery, names new supply chain head
The retail giant is expanding its delivery offerings and bringing in a new executive committing to accelerating its supply chain plan.
Stores
Drugstore closures are fueling discount chains’ expansion plans
Dollar Tree, Five Below, and Burlington are among the discounters buying up leases at auction to drive growth, according to A&G Real Estate Partners.
Stores
This Week in Retail: Q1 retail earnings and Amazon shareholders meeting
Plus, DTC conference comes to New York City.