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An Australian specialty skincare retailer took home the top honor in the Retail Design Institute’s annual international design competition.

Williams-Sonoma easily beat Street estimates in its first quarter amid a healthy increase in e-commerce sales and another strong performance by its West Elm brand.

Off-price retailer Stein Mart raised the first half of its forecast as improvements in store inventory contributed to its earnings.

Gap Inc. on Thursday reported first quarter earnings and same-store sales that missed Street analysts amid a surprising slowdown at its Old Navy brand. Total sales, however, were better than expected.

Best Buy ran strong out of the gate in its first quarter, particularly in its brick-and-mortar channel, as the company’s turnaround continues to impress.

Ace Hardware Corp. has a new head of retail ops.

Expect the malls of 2023 to include new uses and experiences, as retail real estate responds to five major industry and demographic trends over the next five years.