Foot Locker

Dick’s Sporting Goods’ acquisition of Foot Locker will have impacts on the rest of the industry, from brands such as Nike and Adidas to rival retailers like JD Sports.

Dick’s Sporting Goods’ surprise purchase of Foot Locker sets it up to be a major new player in the global sneaker market — if it can execute on its vision.

Gap, Foot Locker, Abercrombie and other retailers issued cautious outlooks for the remainder of the year even as they reported strong second-quarter sales. It’s the latest indication that all is not well with American consumers.

Big, mainstream brands report fourth-quarter results, plus what else to watch for in the coming days.

Amazon just closed most of its in-house clothing brands and Macy’s is rethinking its approach. But when done right, store lines can take on a life of their own.

A bevy of multibrand retailers will give the clearest view yet on the consumer mindset. That, plus what else to watch for in the coming week.

This week, everyone will be talking about Nike’s latest results and Ralph Lauren’s first in-person show since 2019.

This week, Felicia Mayo, former head of diversity at Tesla, replaced Kellie Leonard in a similar role at the American sportswear giant.

How one of the world’s biggest athletic footwear retailers stumbled through the sneaker boom, but plans to catch up with the market.

The dip comes at a time of uncertainty for shoe sellers, given the potential of increased import tariffs on goods coming from China that could take effect next month.