Investment firm Hussman Strategic Advisors has significantly increased its stake in Etsy, signaling strong conviction in the e-commerce platform's recovery strategy and growth potential, particularly from its Depop subsidiary.
The century-old outdoor apparel brand, famed for pioneering the quilted down jacket, is preparing to close its North American retail footprint while its licensing and e-commerce operations continue under new management.
The future of Eddie Bauer's extensive North American store network is in jeopardy, with a bankruptcy filing imminent for its operating entity. While e-commerce and wholesale operations have been transferred, the fate of hundreds of physical retail locations hangs in the balance.
The century-old outdoor apparel brand, owned by Catalyst Brands, is preparing a Chapter 11 filing that could shutter its North American store network, while its e-commerce and wholesale operations are set for a transfer to new licensee Outdoor 5.
Ark Invest's founder bolstered positions in key holdings across e-commerce, fintech, and cryptocurrency sectors ahead of major earnings reports, signaling confidence amidst market volatility.
Walmart is launching a cross-border shipping initiative early this year, enabling U.S.-based third-party sellers to directly reach consumers in Mexico and Canada, intensifying its e-commerce competition with Amazon.
The iconic mall retailer Claire's, under new ownership, appoints retail veteran Michelle Goad as Chief Brand Officer to spearhead a transformation focused on modernizing its piercing services and store experience, betting against the e-commerce tide to reclaim its status as a cultural hub for young girls.
Despite a steep share price decline, UiPath is carving out a dominant position in the burgeoning 'agentic AI' market, which promises to automate complex workflows. Strong customer loyalty and improving profitability suggest the automation software provider may be undervalued ahead of a projected industry explosion.
As Alphabet's stock demonstrates resilience amid market volatility, its Gemini AI platform emerges as a central driver. With deep integration across Google's ecosystem and new agentic capabilities, the tech giant is positioning itself not just to compete, but to lead the next phase of the AI race. We examine the challenges and opportunities ahead.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce goods, reshape Latin American markets, governments and industries grapple with the dual pressures of affordable consumer goods and strained local manufacturing, forcing a delicate recalibration of trade policies and regional alliances.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce parcels, flood Latin American markets, nations across the region are grappling with the dual pressures of protecting domestic industries and maintaining vital economic ties with Beijing.
A new survey by the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong reveals a significant uptick in business optimism for 2026, with over half of senior executives expressing a positive outlook despite persistent U.S.-China tensions and global uncertainty.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce parcels, flood Latin American markets, governments are walking a tightrope between protecting domestic industries and satisfying consumer demand for affordable goods, all while navigating deepening economic ties with Beijing.
The iconic outdoor retailer Eddie Bauer is preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, a move that will close its entire fleet of roughly 200 physical stores across the U.S. and Canada. While its e-commerce and wholesale operations will live on, the decision marks a dramatic retreat from the mall landscape it helped define for decades.
E-commerce accelerator Orva appoints former Famous Footwear executive Jason Short as SVP to spearhead growth of its athletic and performance footwear portfolio, leveraging his three decades of industry relationships.
Ziff Davis has consolidated its key shopping assets into the AI-powered RetailMeNot Group, aiming to drive advertising and commerce revenue. This strategic pivot underscores the company's broader push to leverage artificial intelligence across its digital portfolio, though investors remain divided on its long-term prospects amid structural challenges.
The floral and gift e-commerce giant 1-800-FLOWERS reported a 9.5% year-over-year revenue decline to $702.2 million for its fiscal fourth quarter, aligning with Wall Street's subdued expectations. However, disciplined cost management fueled a significant earnings beat, with non-GAAP EPS of $1.20 surging 39.5% above estimates.
The collapse of Big Rock Sports, a major behind-the-scenes distributor for hunting and fishing retailers, marks another casualty in the sporting goods sector's struggle against e-commerce dominance and shifting consumer habits.
Bank of America has modestly lowered its price target on JD.com, following a similar move by DBS, as analysts revise down revenue and profit estimates for the Chinese e-commerce giant, citing weaker consumer electronics demand and scaled-back subsidy programs.
Visa is aggressively expanding its footprint beyond traditional card payments, launching new initiatives in stablecoin settlements, renter-focused commerce, and streamlined crypto-to-fiat conversions. These partnerships aim to embed Visa's network into the burgeoning worlds of blockchain-based finance and essential housing expenditures.
