Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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H&M Shares Jump as Early Summer Sales Shine
June sales were up 12 percent for the world's second-biggest fashion retailer, beating analyst forecasts. Second quarter sales were up 11 percent, beating Inditex's 10 percent.
H&M Shares Jump as Early Summer Sales Shine
June sales were up 12 percent for the world's second-biggest fashion retailer, beating analyst forecasts. Second quarter sales were up 11 percent, beating Inditex's 10 percent.
Sustainability
H&M to Trial Vintage Clothing Sales
The fast fashion group will pilot online sales of second-hand garments on the Swedish site of its & Other Stories brand.
H&M to Trial Vintage Clothing Sales
The fast fashion group will pilot online sales of second-hand garments on the Swedish site of its & Other Stories brand.
Beauty
Fast Fashion for the Face
In a bid to make their stores a one-stop destination, high street retailers are launching own-brand beauty lines.
Fast Fashion for the Face
In a bid to make their stores a one-stop destination, high street retailers are launching own-brand beauty lines.
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H&M, a Master of Cheap Fashion, Moves Upscale
"Now growing austerity in Europe is pinching even sales of low-priced apparel. But rather than cutting prices further, H&M is testing a higher-priced
H&M, a Master of Cheap Fashion, Moves Upscale
"Now growing austerity in Europe is pinching even sales of low-priced apparel. But rather than cutting prices further, H&M is testing a higher-priced
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Fashion Brands Should Swap Ads for Tech-Driven Customer Engagement
"This year 85 percent of luxury marketers plan to increase their digital media spend significantly, according to a survey by Luxury Interactive. The
Fashion Brands Should Swap Ads for Tech-Driven Customer Engagement
"This year 85 percent of luxury marketers plan to increase their digital media spend significantly, according to a survey by Luxury Interactive. The
Retail
H&M’s New Story
H&M's new Internet-inspired retail concept on Regent Street offers women a complete lifestyle brand at affordable prices.
H&M’s New Story
H&M's new Internet-inspired retail concept on Regent Street offers women a complete lifestyle brand at affordable prices.
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High-Concept Outlet from H&M Influenced by Fashion Bloggers
"H&M, the world's second largest fashion chain, opens its latest retail venture in London on Friday. The store, called & Other Stories, is intended
High-Concept Outlet from H&M Influenced by Fashion Bloggers
"H&M, the world's second largest fashion chain, opens its latest retail venture in London on Friday. The store, called & Other Stories, is intended
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The News in Brief
Fashion Startup Founder Pleads Guilty in $300 Million Fraud
Christine Hunsicker admitted she falsified financial statements to promote CaaStle Inc. as a valuable, growing business when in reality it was struggling.
Victoria’s Secret Forecasts Its Best Year Since L Brands Split
The underwear company is anticipating net sales of at least $6.85 billion in the current fiscal year, exceeding analyst estimates and marking the highest revenue since its split from L Brands Inc in 2021.
Uniqlo Aims to Grow Tenfold in India With Summer-Centric Clothes
The Japanese brand is accelerating its expansion in India to capture a greater share of the rapidly growing apparel market and affluent consumer base.
Oasis Pressures Kao in Latest Japan Activist Investor Push
Activist fund Oasis Management Co. is calling on the Japanese personal care company to convene an extraordinary general meeting, seeking a probe into its supply-chain risk management and internal control.
American Eagle Forecasts Sales Growth Above Estimates on Demand From Wealthy Shoppers
The retailer surpassed annual sales forecasts but expects a $60 million drag from import tariffs in the first half of 2026.
Missoni Family Exits Namesake Brand
The transaction gives FSI, a Milan-based private equity fund, a controlling share in the Italian luxury house, as more founder-owned brands turn to investors to fund growth and weather a tough global market.
Ross Stores Forecasts Annual Sales Above Estimates on Resilient Demand for Discounted Apparel
Spend growth at off-price chains is among the strongest in retail, with gains across all income segments.