Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Black Friday and Fashion’s Cloudy Holiday Outlook
This week, everyone will be talking about the kickoff to the holiday shopping season, financial results from a trio of mall brands and the status of Brexit negotiations. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Black Friday and Fashion’s Cloudy Holiday Outlook
This week, everyone will be talking about the kickoff to the holiday shopping season, financial results from a trio of mall brands and the status of Brexit negotiations. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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This Is How Black Friday Works in a Pandemic
From earlier sales to in-store fulfilment, retailers must find creative solutions to succeed during an unprecedented holiday season.
This Is How Black Friday Works in a Pandemic
From earlier sales to in-store fulfilment, retailers must find creative solutions to succeed during an unprecedented holiday season.
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Department Stores Scramble to Bolster Foot Traffic
Threatened by strong e-commerce sales, US department stores went big on their holiday window displays in an effort to draw in consumers.
Department Stores Scramble to Bolster Foot Traffic
Threatened by strong e-commerce sales, US department stores went big on their holiday window displays in an effort to draw in consumers.
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Black Friday Shoppers Spend Record $7.4 Billion
"Abode still predicts an even larger Cyber Monday, estimating sales of $9.4 billion."
Black Friday Shoppers Spend Record $7.4 Billion
"Abode still predicts an even larger Cyber Monday, estimating sales of $9.4 billion."
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US Sales Surge in the Early Hours of Thanksgiving
$2 billion was spent online by US consumers in the first hours of the holiday, but in-store Black Friday crowds were thin.
US Sales Surge in the Early Hours of Thanksgiving
$2 billion was spent online by US consumers in the first hours of the holiday, but in-store Black Friday crowds were thin.
Retail
The Holiday Shopping Season Starts Now. Are Retailers Ready?
This week, everyone will be talking about Black Friday and Cyber Monday, PVH Corp.'s financial results and hunt for another brand to buy, and a new exhibition of vintage fashion at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet here.
The Holiday Shopping Season Starts Now. Are Retailers Ready?
This week, everyone will be talking about Black Friday and Cyber Monday, PVH Corp.'s financial results and hunt for another brand to buy, and a new exhibition of vintage fashion at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet here.
Retail
UK Shoppers to Shrug off Retail Blues in Pre-Christmas Spree
Online retailers including Asos are banking on a surge in Black Friday sales, as 87 percent of consumers plan to spend more than they did last year.
UK Shoppers to Shrug off Retail Blues in Pre-Christmas Spree
Online retailers including Asos are banking on a surge in Black Friday sales, as 87 percent of consumers plan to spend more than they did last year.
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Blockbuster Cyber Monday Is Overshadowed by Economic Outlook
Despite record spending on Cyber Monday, rising interest rates and an escalating trade war mean US retailers are still facing squeezed profit margins.
Blockbuster Cyber Monday Is Overshadowed by Economic Outlook
Despite record spending on Cyber Monday, rising interest rates and an escalating trade war mean US retailers are still facing squeezed profit margins.
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Black Friday US Shoppers Brave Cold in Hunt for Deals
While the North East was hit by cold weather, customary buying frenzies could be seen throughout the country.
Black Friday US Shoppers Brave Cold in Hunt for Deals
While the North East was hit by cold weather, customary buying frenzies could be seen throughout the country.
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Online Surge Marks Start of Thanksgiving Sales
Holiday sales this year are set to reach a record $701 billion, led by e-commerce and consumer electronics.
Online Surge Marks Start of Thanksgiving Sales
Holiday sales this year are set to reach a record $701 billion, led by e-commerce and consumer electronics.
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At J.C. Penney, Everything’s on Sale. Will That Be Enough?
The retailer's push to scrap as much of its inventory as possible through bulk sales may spell more pain in the short term and put additional pressure on margins.
At J.C. Penney, Everything’s on Sale. Will That Be Enough?
The retailer's push to scrap as much of its inventory as possible through bulk sales may spell more pain in the short term and put additional pressure on margins.
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.