Before I sign out for some much needed OOO time, sharing a few new bits & bites from @modernretail.bsky.social! 🪀Broke the news of Lovevery launching a secondhand marketplace, already proving a big hit: www.modernretail.co/retailers/ex...

Sam's Club is looking to the pharmacy to drive growth and retention within its overall membership base, adding services like same-day delivery and pet insurance.

As retailers and brands have been working to fight the uncertainty that comes alongside the always-shifting threat of tariffs, Sam's Club and Target are telling customers they're not raising prices on some items as part of their summer or back-to-school promotions.

"...their efforts in this space, historically, may have been less authentic than we thought." More than 1/3 of brand executives said they pulled back Pride commemoration this year. On what stood out in "the year that brands blinked:" www.modernretail.co/marketing/th... @modernretail.bsky.social

Exclusive for @modernretail.bsky.social: Snapchatters can now see ~800 American Eagle store locations within the Snapchat Snap Map, thanks to a new ad partnership leading up to back to school. More here... www.modernretail.co/marketing/ex...

American Eagle and Snapchat are teaming up on a Snap Map feature and augmented reality Lens to boost awareness and sales among the coveted Gen-Z cohort.

Three months after Trump’s sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs sent shockwaves through global trade, U.S. brands are still reeling from the whiplash.

'Value' was the buzzword of Q1 earnings. Modern Retail rounded up highlights from all the earnings calls held from April 1 to July 1, breaking down what you need to know about how top publicly-traded companies are responding to conflicting consumer sentiment.

True Religion has been on a kick to grow its e-commerce division — now, that channel is on track to account for half of its business by the end of 2025.

Last year, Amazon’s Prime Day saw U.S. shoppers spend a record $14.2 billion online during the 48-hour sales bonanza. Now we know it’s four days from July 8 to July 11. Here’s what to expect this year as the sale hits four days for the first time: www.modernretail.co/operations/a...

Rebranding is a major rite of passage for many startups, but there's an art and a science to getting it right. Modern Retail spoke with MoonBrew, Cleo and Coco and Full Circle about their experiences.

My inspo for this story? Forgetting to pack socks for a conference and stopping in the Westfield Century City Cole Hahn, where I was quickly rung out on an iPad. New from me @modernretail.bsky.social on why brands are killing the cash wrap: www.modernretail.co/operations/t...

Heading to a checkout to pay for items is quickly becoming a thing of the past. As startup brands like Glossier and Mejuri scale across the country, they’ve ditched the so-called “cash wrap” — and they’re reclaiming space for displays, more product testing, or places to sit and congregate.

In an interview with Modern Retail, Walmart's chief e-commerce officer explained how the retailer used the Nintendo Switch 2 launch to show off its delivery capabilities and why it delivered free snacks alongside the game consoles.

On recent earnings calls, apparel companies including Lululemon, American Eagle Outfitters and Gap Inc. gave strong indicators of how swirling tariffs and larger instability are impacting the fashion industry.

Great scoop on @modernretail.bsky.social from my colleague Gabi Barkho today: www.modernretail.co/operations/a...

David Protein has come under fire for its acquisition of EPG supplier Epogee. Other brands have filed a lawsuit to try and prevent the fast-growing startup from cutting off the supply of a key ingredient they've built their businesses on.

Shifting federal rules are having an impact on the world of BNPL firms, with the potential for fewer disclosures to consumers.

During its first-quarter earnings call on Tuesday, Dollar General CEO Todd Vasos said the new customers Dollar General has acquired this year are making more trips and spending more with the low-cost retailer compared to new customers from last year.

The majority of shoppers think tariffs are harmful, according to a recent Modern Retail and Attest survey. But a significant portion of them are not making changes when buying something.

When soaring tariffs threatened to sink his family toy business, Rick Woldenberg took the Trump administration to court — and won. In an interview, he explains what’s at stake for small businesses now.

New today on @modernretail.bsky.social: Footwear brand Kizik tapped a new CEO, Gareth Hosford, to helm the company as it grows its wholesale operations & pursues more licensing deals of its hands-free/slip-on shoe IP catalog: www.modernretail.co/operations/k...

Dick's Sporting Goods wants to prove out its operational prowess by taking over Foot Locker. In turn, during its first quarter earnings call on Wednesday, executives sought to make their pitch for why buying Foot Locker is the right move.

Introducing the third installment of Modern Retail+ Research's 2025 CMO Strategies series, which looks at the changes happening in display ads and how marketers are balancing traditional display ad options with newer email display ads.

In mid-May, the U.S. and China announced a 90-day pause on most tariffs on each other’s goods. The move sent U.S. small- and medium-sized businesses rushing to replenish inventory, according to Alibaba.com.

Like many other companies, legacy retailers are experimenting with blockchain technology as either a new line on their balance sheets or to bolster their appeal with investors. The latest include GameStop, as well as Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock owner Beyond Inc.

I had a great time interviewing Liran Golan, a stellar chief supply chain officer for Bansk Beauty, about why tariffs are wreaking havoc on the logistics world for the latest Modern Retail podcast Listen, subscribe, rate, review, plz! @modernretail.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

As brands recalibrate their marketing budgets amid a tough economy, they're trying to get the most bang for their buck this summer. Re-releasing fan-favorite products and turning to low-lift collabs are among their go-to strategies.

Some takeaways during earnings week: Both Lowe's & The Home Depot are finding ways to cater to DIY homeowners and professional contractors, with competitive pricing, new offerings & AI-powered referral tools. My latest @modernretail.bsky.social: www.modernretail.co/operations/5... #retail #diy

Great reporting from @modernretail.bsky.social's Allison Smith on what's happening between Nike & Amazon. It's big news because Nike pulled off the platform in 2019. www.modernretail.co/operations/a... #ecommerce

Amazon said in an email to sellers that it has resumed a wholesale relationship with Nike, marking a reversal of Nike’s 2019 decision to stop selling directly on the platform.

Target is searching for growth after reporting net sales of $23.8 billion for the three months ending May 3, down 2.8% from the same quarter a year ago.

Both Lowe's and Home Depot reported earnings decreases for the first quarter this week, brought on by unfavorable spring weather and a shifting macroeconomic environment.

More fashion companies are publishing Substack newsletters filled with styling tips, how-to videos and long-form essays. Brands like Madewell and M.M.LaFleur are using the platform as a direct-to-consumer marketing channel.

Bob’s Discount Furniture is continuing on a growth spurt this year, with 20 new stores planned to open throughout 2025 as it looks to tap new regions.

Earlier this month, Target CEO Brian Cornell sent an email to employees reiterating what the company stands for, after a few tumultuous months for the big-box retailer. But, communications, marketing and leadership consultants who spoke with Modern Retail felt the memo was missing some things.

When Donald Trump imposed steep tariffs on Chinese goods earlier this spring, the goal was clear: push U.S. brands to bring manufacturing back home. Weeks into the rollout, brands are moving out of China, but instead into countries like Vietnam, India, Sri Lanka and Thailand.

Spring and summer are critical times for companies that see big business from outdoor equipment like grills, lawn mowers and yard tools. One such company, Tractor Supply Company, is currently using in-store demos and hands-on retail to capitalize on the growth opportunity.

On May 12, the U.S. and China announced a temporary trade agreement that lowers tariffs on Chinese imports from 145% to 30% for a 90-day period. The shift has prompted a flurry of recalculations as businesses rethink what they charge, where they source and how to communicate it all to customers.

Three out of four Americans live within 10 miles of a Target store. But, the big-box retailer wants to grow that base. To do so, Target is opening stores in places like Quincy, Illinois and South Lake Tahoe, California.

Urban Outfitters is pulling "a number of different levers" when it comes to marketing this year, the brand's senior director of brand marketing, Cyntia Leo, told Modern Retail.

Fast-fashion giant Shein announced price reductions for U.S. customers today, following a temporary easing of tariffs on Chinese imports under a new U.S.-China trade agreement, Modern Retail has learned.

Keen, a footwear brand known for its work boots, is stepping up its commitment to manufacturing in the U.S. amid the ongoing trade war. The brand will open a new factory in Kentucky in June, its COO told Modern Retail.

Kroger quietly discontinued its third-party marketplace and shipping service, Kroger Ship, earlier this year. The grocer launched Kroger Ship as a ship-to-home platform with private-label products and center-aisle groceries before opening it to third-party sellers in 2020.

The consensus among half a dozen brand executives who spoke with Modern Retail is that 30% tariffs on China imports are better than 145% tariffs. But it still doesn't help them much with long-term planning.

In recent weeks, a number of brands based in the U.K., Australia and elsewhere have informed their U.S. customers they’re holding off on taking orders while they figure out how to handle cross-border tariffs.

Grüns has had a meteoric rise, hitting a $500 million valuation in two years and landing on the shelves of Sprouts, Walmart and Target. In an interview with Modern Retail, Grüns founder Chad Janis laid out the product and marketing strategy that helped catapult Grüns to where it is today.

As Trump’s tariffs trigger order cancellations, shipping delays and inventory shortfalls across categories from home goods to electronics, U.S. brands that manufacture in China are warning of widespread stockouts by late summer.

On Tuesday, Uber announced a partnership with Family Dollar. The dollar-store chain will make products from more than 5,000 locations available for delivery through Uber Eats, but it's just one example of delivery apps partnering more with dollar stores.