Latest Executive Edition
Tilly’s Back-to-School Peaks Shorten on Consumer Shift to Later, Needs-Based Buys
With back-to-school largely behind most of the retailer’s fleet of stores, Tilly’s execs covered what categories did well…
Executive Edition August 31, 2023Journeys Q2 Sales Fall as Turnaround Work Continues
The footwear retailer saw some signs of improvement in August back-to-school sales but ended the second quarter down…
Executive Edition August 31, 2023Inside the Industry: Boardriders Sale Update, Plus RVCA, DC, Element Global GMs
We have the latest on the upcoming Boardriders sale to Authentic Brands Group, plus profiles of three global…
Executive Edition August 29, 2023Retail Check-In: How Back-to-School is Shaping Up
Shop Eat Surf visited Vans, Herschel, Tilly’s, Urban Outfitters, and other industry partners and competitors to get a…
Executive Edition August 28, 2023Nordstrom Sales Fall Across Both Banners
The retailer grew profitability but is seeing softer traffic and historic highs on shrinkage.
Executive Edition August 25, 2023Urban Outfitters: Apparel Turns Corner, More Work Ahead to Improve Business
The Urban Outfitters banner recorded a 14.1% decline in same-store net retail sales, despite improvements in its men’s…
Executive Edition August 23, 2023Macy’s Sees More Credit Card Delinquencies, Pressure on Active and Casual
The retailer’s second quarter results indicate worsening conditions for consumer discretionary spending.
Executive Edition August 23, 2023Dick’s Lays Off 250 Workers, Cites Theft for Q2 Profit Drop
On a conference call with investors, Dick’s said sales met expectations and executives also commented on the outdoor…
Executive Edition August 23, 2023TJX CEO: Marketplace “Loaded” with Brands as Shopper Traffic Ramps Up
More new Gen Z and Millennial customers are helping drive momentum as the T.J. Maxx and Marshalls parent…
Executive Edition August 16, 2023