Dillard’s
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States · E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
Dillard's, Inc. is one of the nation's largest fashion retailers, operating 273 Dillard's locations and 28 clearance centers across 30 states in the U.S. Founded in 1938 in Nashville, Arkansas, by William T. Dillard, the company offers a range of premium fashion apparel, beauty, and home collections. Dillard's is known for its commitment to delivering style, quality, and value while providing exce
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
- Employees
- 24,750
- Industries
- E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
- Status
- Public (DDS)
- Website
- www.dillards.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Dillard’s
- : SEC 8-K (7.01): Dillard's, Inc. issued a press release on September 18, 2026, regarding the transfer of the primary listings of its Common Stock and Trust Securities to the TXSE. This strategic decision reflects the company's efforts to enhance its market visibility and liquidity. The company clarifies that the information provided in the press release is not deemed 'filed' with the SEC and does not incur liability under the Exchange Act. This transfer could potentially impact investor perception and trading volume on the new exchange, signifying a shift in the company's engagement with its investors.
- : SEC 8-K (2.01): On June 4, 2026, Dillard’s, Inc. completed the acquisition of W.D. Company, Inc. through a merger, as outlined in the revised Merger Agreement dating back to March 20, 2026. The deal involved WDC, a family holding company, which owned shares of Dillard's class A and class B common stock. At the Effective Time of the Merger, all outstanding shares of WDC were canceled, and WDC shareholders became entitled to receive their Pro Rata Share of both class A and class B common stock of Dillard’s, alongside cash based on WDC's cash and cash equivalents. This strategic merger aims to consolidate ownership and potentially streamline operations within Dillard’s.
- : SEC 8-K (5.07): On May 28, 2026, Dillard's, Inc. held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders in Little Rock, Arkansas. During the meeting, stockholders voted on a Merger Proposal related to an Agreement and Plan of Merger dated March 20, 2026, which has been amended. The proposal involved a merger between Dillard's and W.D. Company, Inc. (WDC), with Alex Dillard serving as the Shareholder Representative. The outcome of the vote included specific tallies for 'Votes For', 'Votes Against', and 'Abstained', reflecting stockholder support for the merger, which represents a significant strategic shift for the registrant.
- : Dillard's to merge with W.D. Company, Inc.
- : SEC 8-K (1.01): On March 20, 2026, Dillard’s, Inc. entered into a Merger Agreement with W.D. Company, Inc. ('WDC') and the Shareholder Representative Alex Dillard, where WDC will merge with and into Dillard’s, with Dillard’s surviving the Merger. The Board of Directors approved the agreement, which involves WDC, a family holding company that owns shares of Dillard’s common stock. At the time of the merger, WDC holds 41,496 shares of Dillard’s Class A common stock and 3,985,776 shares of Class B common stock. Significant strategic implications include consolidation under Dillard’s while ensuring benefits to WDC shareholders through stock exchange at the Effective Time. The terms entail cancellation of shares held by dissenting shareholders complying with Arkansas Business Corporation Act standards.
- : Dillard’s, Inc. Extends and Amends $800 Million Revolving Credit Facility
- : Dillard’s, Inc. Launches Kristin Ellen Hockman for Edgehill, a New Capsule Collection of Children's Apparel.
- : Dillard's Launches Limited-Edition Children's Capsule Collection 'Darby Fallon Clark for Edgehill'. The Collection Features Timeless Apparel and Accessories Inspired by Holiday Elegance.
Leadership
- Robby David, Regional Vice President - Director of Stores
- Armando Gonzalez, Vp/gmm Women’s Accessories, Home and Furniture
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Dillard’s in the news
- Dillard’s, Inc. Announces $0.30 Cash Dividend - Yahoo Finance (Aug 20, 2026)
- One of Our Greatest Writers Has Died. But Not for Me. - The New York Times (Sep 20, 2026)
- Exclusive | Most Department Stores Are Leaving Malls. Dillard’s Is Buying One in Texas. - WSJ (Aug 25, 2025)
- Dillard’s to close Plano location at The Shops at Willow Bend in 2026 - Community Impact (Nov 11, 2025)
- Dillard’s, Inc. to Transfer U.S. Stock Exchange Listings to the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) - GlobeNewswire (Sep 18, 2026)
- Annie Dillard, Meditative Author of ‘Pilgrim at Tinker Creek,’ Dies at 81 - The New York Times (Sep 21, 2026)
- Dillard’s Recalls Baby Jackets Due to Choking Hazard | CPSC.gov - CPSC.gov (Feb 28, 2017)
- Dillard’s Debuts Elizabeth Damrich for Antonio Melani - Business Wire (Aug 29, 2023)
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About Dillard’s: questions and answers
What does Dillard’s do?
Dillard's, Inc. is one of the nation's largest fashion retailers, operating 273 Dillard's locations and 28 clearance centers across 30 states in the U.S. Founded in 1938 in Nashville, Arkansas, by William T. Dillard, the company offers a range of premium fashion apparel, beauty, and home collections. Dillard's is known for its commitment to delivering style, quality, and value while providing exce
Where is Dillard’s headquartered?
Dillard’s is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States.
How many employees does Dillard’s have?
Dillard’s has about 24,750 employees.
Who leads Dillard’s?
Robby David is a Regional Vice President - Director of Stores at Dillard’s.
What is the latest news on Dillard’s?
On Sep 18, 2026, SEC 8-K (7.01): Dillard's, Inc. issued a press release on September 18, 2026, regarding the transfer of the primary listings of its Common Stock and Trust Securities to the TXSE. This strategic decision reflects the company's efforts to enhance its market visibility and liquidity. The company clarif
Is Dillard’s a public company?
Yes. Dillard’s is publicly traded under the ticker DDS.
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