Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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News & Analysis
How to Make a Splash in a Crowded Pool of Swimwear Brands
With no clear market leader, dozens, if not hundreds, of brands are crowding into the category, from venture capital-funded start-ups like Summersalt and Andie to global fast-fashion players like Asos and Boohoo. Here's how to stand out.
How to Make a Splash in a Crowded Pool of Swimwear Brands
With no clear market leader, dozens, if not hundreds, of brands are crowding into the category, from venture capital-funded start-ups like Summersalt and Andie to global fast-fashion players like Asos and Boohoo. Here's how to stand out.
Workplace & Talent
How I Became... A Beauty Consultant
The woman tapped by Pat McGrath and Glossier's Emily Weiss to develop their first beauty products, Alexis Page, shares advice for young talent and her unique career path in beauty.
How I Became... A Beauty Consultant
The woman tapped by Pat McGrath and Glossier's Emily Weiss to develop their first beauty products, Alexis Page, shares advice for young talent and her unique career path in beauty.
Luxury
Why Luxury Fashion Can't Resist an Exclusive
E-commerce players are leaning heavily on exclusive collections from buzzy brands in the fight for customers — but the cost for emerging labels to play the game can be high.
Why Luxury Fashion Can't Resist an Exclusive
E-commerce players are leaning heavily on exclusive collections from buzzy brands in the fight for customers — but the cost for emerging labels to play the game can be high.
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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.