Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Why Boat Shoes Are Floating Up Everywhere in Fashion
The trending style has gone from a preppy staple to a high fashion mainstay as brands put their spin on the classic silhouette. The challenge lies in making the interest last.
Why Boat Shoes Are Floating Up Everywhere in Fashion
The trending style has gone from a preppy staple to a high fashion mainstay as brands put their spin on the classic silhouette. The challenge lies in making the interest last.
Saks Is Ceding Ground to Luxury Rivals After Buying Neiman Marcus
The $2.7 billion acquisition was intended to strengthen the department stores’ positions as luxury giants, but now both are struggling against competitors like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s.
Saks Is Ceding Ground to Luxury Rivals After Buying Neiman Marcus
The $2.7 billion acquisition was intended to strengthen the department stores’ positions as luxury giants, but now both are struggling against competitors like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s.
How Lululemon’s Anti-Dupe Lawsuit Became Free Marketing for Costco
Unlike typical IP battles, Lululemon’s dispute with Costco is playing out in the court of public opinion — where consumers increasingly favour dupes over pricey originals.
How Lululemon’s Anti-Dupe Lawsuit Became Free Marketing for Costco
Unlike typical IP battles, Lululemon’s dispute with Costco is playing out in the court of public opinion — where consumers increasingly favour dupes over pricey originals.
For Retailers, US-Vietnam Trade Deal Leaves Questions
New US tariffs on Vietnamese imports create uncertainty for sportswear and clothing retailers like Nike and Adidas.
For Retailers, US-Vietnam Trade Deal Leaves Questions
New US tariffs on Vietnamese imports create uncertainty for sportswear and clothing retailers like Nike and Adidas.
Trump Announces Vietnam Trade Deal With 20% Import Tariff
President Donald Trump said he had reached a trade deal with Vietnam following weeks of intense diplomacy between the nations and ahead of a deadline next week that would have seen higher tariffs imposed on the country’s imports.
Trump Announces Vietnam Trade Deal With 20% Import Tariff
President Donald Trump said he had reached a trade deal with Vietnam following weeks of intense diplomacy between the nations and ahead of a deadline next week that would have seen higher tariffs imposed on the country’s imports.
M&S’s Online Business Should Be ‘Fully’ Operational by End of Month, CEO Says
The cyberattack is estimated to have cost the British retailer $412 million this year.
M&S’s Online Business Should Be ‘Fully’ Operational by End of Month, CEO Says
The cyberattack is estimated to have cost the British retailer $412 million this year.
US Prices for China-Made Goods on Amazon Rise Faster Than Inflation, Analysis Shows, as Tariffs Bite
The timing and rate of the price hikes suggest cost shocks are reverberating through the retail supply chain.
US Prices for China-Made Goods on Amazon Rise Faster Than Inflation, Analysis Shows, as Tariffs Bite
The timing and rate of the price hikes suggest cost shocks are reverberating through the retail supply chain.
Executive Memo | Selling to Consumers in Uncertain Times
As inflation persists and consumer confidence remains low, brands face a critical challenge: how to sell to a more cautious, value-driven shopper without diluting their cachet. From smarter pricing strategies to sharper audience targeting, executives must recalibrate fast to stay competitive in a volatile economy.
Executive Memo | Selling to Consumers in Uncertain Times
As inflation persists and consumer confidence remains low, brands face a critical challenge: how to sell to a more cautious, value-driven shopper without diluting their cachet. From smarter pricing strategies to sharper audience targeting, executives must recalibrate fast to stay competitive in a volatile economy.
Salomon and Arc’teryx Help Amer Sports Defy Downturn With Athleisure Bet
Since its New York Stock Exchange debut in February 2024, the Helsinki-based group, which also owns outerwear brand Arc’teryx and sports equipment maker Wilson, has nearly tripled its market value to $21 billion.
Salomon and Arc’teryx Help Amer Sports Defy Downturn With Athleisure Bet
Since its New York Stock Exchange debut in February 2024, the Helsinki-based group, which also owns outerwear brand Arc’teryx and sports equipment maker Wilson, has nearly tripled its market value to $21 billion.
This Week: Fashion’s Back-to-School Dilemma
Retailers will need to prepare for the $11 billion summer shopping season without fully understanding what tariffs will be in place, or how much parents and students are willing to spend.
This Week: Fashion’s Back-to-School Dilemma
Retailers will need to prepare for the $11 billion summer shopping season without fully understanding what tariffs will be in place, or how much parents and students are willing to spend.
Target Explores Factory-Direct Shipping Model Used by Temu
The retailer is in early stages to broaden its range of low-cost offerings, which would primarily include apparel, household goods and other non-food items.
Target Explores Factory-Direct Shipping Model Used by Temu
The retailer is in early stages to broaden its range of low-cost offerings, which would primarily include apparel, household goods and other non-food items.
Inside Gap’s Last-Ditch, Tariff-Addled Turnaround Push
The iconic ’90s retailer was on the precipice of death for years. Richard Dickson finally had momentum for a comeback — then came Trump.
Inside Gap’s Last-Ditch, Tariff-Addled Turnaround Push
The iconic ’90s retailer was on the precipice of death for years. Richard Dickson finally had momentum for a comeback — then came Trump.
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.
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.
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.
Abercrombie & Fitch Forecasts Muted Annual Sales Amid Tariff Uncertainty
The retailer said it was accounting for the 15 percent tariff announced by US president Donald Trump after the Supreme Court struck down most of his earlier tariffs.
EBay Is Laying Off About 800 Workers
The cuts affect roughly 6 percent of the company’s global workforce and comes a week after it said it would acquire Depop.
Steven Madden Yanked Guidance After Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
Chief executive Edward Rosenfeld told analysts the sudden change in trade policy makes it difficult to calculate the cost of tariffs in the coming months.