Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Luxury
Luxury Expecting a Strong 2019
With many 2018 results falling short of forecasts, brands are coupling optimism for the year ahead with new retail strategies, in an attempt to maintain growth trajectories.
Luxury Expecting a Strong 2019
With many 2018 results falling short of forecasts, brands are coupling optimism for the year ahead with new retail strategies, in an attempt to maintain growth trajectories.
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Bain to Acquire Cheerleading Outfitter Varsity Brands
The acquisition comes as the sport is being considered for Olympics status.
Bain to Acquire Cheerleading Outfitter Varsity Brands
The acquisition comes as the sport is being considered for Olympics status.
Financial Markets
Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion
Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.
Why Private Equity Is Still Chasing Fashion
Private equity firms are steering clear of traditional fashion brands, but those with disruptive models remain prized acquisitions.
Financial Markets
Bain Exit Leaves Edcon Struggling in South Africa Retail Slump
Bain Capital Partners LLC’s decision to walk away from Edcon Holdings Ltd. leaves South Africa’s largest clothing retailer to claw back market share.
Bain Exit Leaves Edcon Struggling in South Africa Retail Slump
Bain Capital Partners LLC’s decision to walk away from Edcon Holdings Ltd. leaves South Africa’s largest clothing retailer to claw back market share.
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Beauty
What's Driving the Goldrush for Korean Beauty Brands?
South Korea’s booming beauty industry has received its second major investment in a week.
What's Driving the Goldrush for Korean Beauty Brands?
South Korea’s booming beauty industry has received its second major investment in a week.
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Edcon Secured Creditors Rally for Talks With Bain Retailer
Edcon Holdings Pty. secured bondholders are readying for debt talks with the South African fashion retailer.
Edcon Secured Creditors Rally for Talks With Bain Retailer
Edcon Holdings Pty. secured bondholders are readying for debt talks with the South African fashion retailer.
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Bain's Edcon Brings in Brands to Compete in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Edcon Holdings Ltd. is turning to international brands such as Topshop and Tom Tailor as South Africa's biggest clothing
Bain's Edcon Brings in Brands to Compete in South Africa
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Edcon Holdings Ltd. is turning to international brands such as Topshop and Tom Tailor as South Africa's biggest clothing
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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.