Gap Inc. beat earnings expectations for Q4 2018, but fell short on top-line revenues, amid December softness. Executives are eyeing reducing the fleet of Gap specialty stores to increase the focus on its profitable online and outlet businesses, while the company plans to separate Old Navy as a standalone business as retail’s landscape continues to morph and shift.  Read More...

DSW is expanding its manicure and pedicure services in partnership with W Nail Bar to more markets, as L Brands plans to shutter Victoria’s Secret locations. Why is DSW growing its experiential retail efforts and how is Victoria’s Secret facing competition from upstart rivals? Check this week’s Retail Pulse to find out.  Read More...

Spring has come early to payments and commerce, as stories from the ecosystem are increasingly about growing up and growing out. The pace is fast, consumer expectations are high and the early blooms of innovative efforts are already appearing.  Read More...