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Gap Inc.

Gap Inc. is an American retail group based in San Francisco, which is parent to apparel brands Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Athleta and more.

Gap Inc.
News & Analysis

Uniqlo to Rein in US Store Openings After Missing Profit Guidance

Japanese clothing firm Fast Retailing Co said on Thursday it would open fewer US stores for its core Uniqlo brand this year after a rapid expansion failed to entice customers, leading to a lower-than-forecast annual profit.

News & Analysis

Uniqlo to Rein in US Store Openings After Missing Profit Guidance

Japanese clothing firm Fast Retailing Co said on Thursday it would open fewer US stores for its core Uniqlo brand this year after a rapid expansion failed to entice customers, leading to a lower-than-forecast annual profit.


News & Analysis

Urban Outfitters to End On-Call Shifts for New York Employees

Apparel retailer Urban Outfitters Inc has agreed to end on-call shifts for employees at all its New York stores.

News & Analysis

Urban Outfitters to End On-Call Shifts for New York Employees

Apparel retailer Urban Outfitters Inc has agreed to end on-call shifts for employees at all its New York stores.


Global Markets

Gap’s Loss of Old Navy Chief Brings New Storm to Retailer Adrift

Gap Inc. Chief Executive Officer Art Peck, working to turn around the sluggish apparel giant, has been able to count on one source of stability: the company’s Old Navy chain. Now that too is in question.

Global Markets

Gap’s Loss of Old Navy Chief Brings New Storm to Retailer Adrift

Gap Inc. Chief Executive Officer Art Peck, working to turn around the sluggish apparel giant, has been able to count on one source of stability: the company’s Old Navy chain. Now that too is in question.


News & Analysis

Ralph Lauren to Step Down as CEO, Hand Reins to Gap’s Larsson

Ralph Lauren Corp. said the company’s founder will step down as chief executive officer and be succeeded by Gap Inc. executive Stefan Larsson.

News & Analysis

Ralph Lauren to Step Down as CEO, Hand Reins to Gap’s Larsson

Ralph Lauren Corp. said the company’s founder will step down as chief executive officer and be succeeded by Gap Inc. executive Stefan Larsson.


News & Analysis

Myanmar Sets $2.80 Daily Minimum Wage in Bid to Boost Investment

Myanmar has set a minimum wage of 3,600 kyat ($2.80) for an eight-hour work day, a move likely to boost investment in the fast-growing country's garment industry.

News & Analysis

Myanmar Sets $2.80 Daily Minimum Wage in Bid to Boost Investment

Myanmar has set a minimum wage of 3,600 kyat ($2.80) for an eight-hour work day, a move likely to boost investment in the fast-growing country's garment industry.


Retail

Gap to End 'On-Call' Shifts for Workers

Gap Inc said it would end on-call shifts at all of its stores and improve scheduling policies to provide employees with at least 10-14 days' notice.

Retail

Gap to End 'On-Call' Shifts for Workers

Gap Inc said it would end on-call shifts at all of its stores and improve scheduling policies to provide employees with at least 10-14 days' notice.


Sustainability

Under New Direction, Parsons Puts Sustainability First

Set to join Parsons as the new dean of fashion, Burak Cakmak speaks to BoF about his vision for one of world’s most distinguished creative incubators.

Sustainability

Under New Direction, Parsons Puts Sustainability First

Set to join Parsons as the new dean of fashion, Burak Cakmak speaks to BoF about his vision for one of world’s most distinguished creative incubators.


Financial Markets

Gap’s Earnings Meet Estimates as New CEO Works to Revamp Chain

Gap Inc. reported second-quarter profit that met analysts’ estimates as the company revamps its flagship brand.

Financial Markets

Gap’s Earnings Meet Estimates as New CEO Works to Revamp Chain

Gap Inc. reported second-quarter profit that met analysts’ estimates as the company revamps its flagship brand.


Retail

Deeper Back-To-School Discounts to Hurt Teen Clothing Retailers

US teenage apparel retailers face another tough back-to-school season as they are forced to discount more to lure customers who are flocking to trendier shops and embracing online shopping.

Retail

Deeper Back-To-School Discounts to Hurt Teen Clothing Retailers

US teenage apparel retailers face another tough back-to-school season as they are forced to discount more to lure customers who are flocking to trendier shops and embracing online shopping.


Financial Markets

J. Crew Debuts Value-Focused 'Mercantile' Brand to Spark Growth

J. Crew Group Inc., seeking to win over more cost-conscious shoppers, is introducing a new brand that will sell apparel at lower prices.

Financial Markets

J. Crew Debuts Value-Focused 'Mercantile' Brand to Spark Growth

J. Crew Group Inc., seeking to win over more cost-conscious shoppers, is introducing a new brand that will sell apparel at lower prices.