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Banana Republic

Banana Republic, owned by Gap Inc., is a global apparel and accessories brand founded in 1978 in California. The company also produces home accessories under its sub-brand BR Home.

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News & Analysis

Gap Raises Fourth-Quarter Earnings Outlook on Better Sales

By division, Gap's namesake stores saw the key measure unchanged, while Old Navy enjoyed a 5 percent gain. Banana Republic posted a 3 percent decline.

News & Analysis

Gap Raises Fourth-Quarter Earnings Outlook on Better Sales

By division, Gap's namesake stores saw the key measure unchanged, while Old Navy enjoyed a 5 percent gain. Banana Republic posted a 3 percent decline.


News & Analysis

As Trump Looks Inward, Luxury Eyes Los Angeles Manufacturing

Can LA’s manufacturing base transcend denim and t-shirts and become a genuine hub for high-end production in Donald Trump’s protectionist America?

News & Analysis

As Trump Looks Inward, Luxury Eyes Los Angeles Manufacturing

Can LA’s manufacturing base transcend denim and t-shirts and become a genuine hub for high-end production in Donald Trump’s protectionist America?


Retail

J.Crew, Gap, Abercrombie & Fitch: The Trouble With America’s Most Beloved Mall Brands

US specialty apparel retailers are running out of time to adapt before they die in a landscape dominated by price-conscious shoppers and fast fashion’s smarter supply chains.

Retail

J.Crew, Gap, Abercrombie & Fitch: The Trouble With America’s Most Beloved Mall Brands

US specialty apparel retailers are running out of time to adapt before they die in a landscape dominated by price-conscious shoppers and fast fashion’s smarter supply chains.


Financial Markets

Gap Underwhelms Investors With In-Line Third-Quarter Earnings

The company will close all eight Banana Republic stores in the country as well.

Financial Markets

Gap Underwhelms Investors With In-Line Third-Quarter Earnings

The company will close all eight Banana Republic stores in the country as well.


Financial Markets

Gap's Third-Quarter Profit Drops Nearly 18 Percent

The brand earned $204 million in the three-month period that ended Oct. 29, compared with $248 million a year earlier.

Financial Markets

Gap's Third-Quarter Profit Drops Nearly 18 Percent

The brand earned $204 million in the three-month period that ended Oct. 29, compared with $248 million a year earlier.


News & Analysis

Nasty Gal: What Went Wrong?

The bankruptcy of the #Girlboss-fuelled retailer is a cautionary tale for both fashion startups and investors alike.

News & Analysis

Nasty Gal: What Went Wrong?

The bankruptcy of the #Girlboss-fuelled retailer is a cautionary tale for both fashion startups and investors alike.


Retail

Banana Republic to Shutter All Stores in UK

Banana Republic has confirmed that it will close all eight of its stores in the UK after a string of disappointing sales.

Retail

Banana Republic to Shutter All Stores in UK

Banana Republic has confirmed that it will close all eight of its stores in the UK after a string of disappointing sales.


Retail

Gap Climbs After Better Than Expected September Sales

Analysts had projected growth of less than 1 percent, according to Retail Metrics. The figure fell 3 percent companywide in September, less than the 3.6 percent analysts estimated.

Retail

Gap Climbs After Better Than Expected September Sales

Analysts had projected growth of less than 1 percent, according to Retail Metrics. The figure fell 3 percent companywide in September, less than the 3.6 percent analysts estimated.


Retail

Rebel Teens Are Killing America’s Clothing Giants

Back in 2011, Aéropostale was riding high and the company was profitable. Suddenly, it fell apart.

Retail

Rebel Teens Are Killing America’s Clothing Giants

Back in 2011, Aéropostale was riding high and the company was profitable. Suddenly, it fell apart.


Retail

Banana Republic Pins Hopes on Olivia Palermo

The style influencer has been named a brand ambassador for Banana Republic. Will she help revive the retailer’s fortunes?

Retail

Banana Republic Pins Hopes on Olivia Palermo

The style influencer has been named a brand ambassador for Banana Republic. Will she help revive the retailer’s fortunes?