Saks Global to Shut 15 More Stores as Part of Restructuring
The luxury retailer, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, will close more stores as it tries to cut losses and focus on more profitable, higher-end locations.
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The Secrets to Aritzia’s Explosive Growth, According to Its Superfans
The retailer’s idiosyncratic approach, from its price point to its fitting rooms, has allowed the chain to rapidly scale in recent years.
The Secrets to Aritzia’s Explosive Growth, According to Its Superfans
The retailer’s idiosyncratic approach, from its price point to its fitting rooms, has allowed the chain to rapidly scale in recent years.
This Week: Fashion’s Stake in the US Election
The industry has mostly tried to stay out of a close, bitter race, while quietly preparing for a potential Trump victory.
This Week: Fashion’s Stake in the US Election
The industry has mostly tried to stay out of a close, bitter race, while quietly preparing for a potential Trump victory.
Shopify Is Winning Salesforce Clients, Stoking E-Commerce Rivalry
Shopify Inc. is shifting its focus from small businesses to larger retailers, successfully attracting major clients like Mattel and Casper from Salesforce by offering lower costs and flexible pricing models.
Shopify Is Winning Salesforce Clients, Stoking E-Commerce Rivalry
Shopify Inc. is shifting its focus from small businesses to larger retailers, successfully attracting major clients like Mattel and Casper from Salesforce by offering lower costs and flexible pricing models.
Leveraging ‘Deal Days’ for Long-Term Marketplace Success
In 2024, US shoppers spent more than $14 billion online during Amazon’s 48-hour Prime Day sale. Here, Front Row’s Alexandra Carmody shares how Deal Day strategies can drive lasting success beyond immediate sales spikes.
Leveraging ‘Deal Days’ for Long-Term Marketplace Success
In 2024, US shoppers spent more than $14 billion online during Amazon’s 48-hour Prime Day sale. Here, Front Row’s Alexandra Carmody shares how Deal Day strategies can drive lasting success beyond immediate sales spikes.
This Week: Adidas, Prada Offer a Respite From a Grim Earnings Season
A slew of brands should report strong results even amid an unpredictable economy and slumping luxury sales.
This Week: Adidas, Prada Offer a Respite From a Grim Earnings Season
A slew of brands should report strong results even amid an unpredictable economy and slumping luxury sales.
The Blocking of the Tapestry-Capri Merger Spells Trouble for American Fashion
The dream of creating an American answer to LVMH and Kering faced a major setback this week after a federal judge championed the Federal Trade Commission’s narrow definition of the sub-luxury handbag market.
The Blocking of the Tapestry-Capri Merger Spells Trouble for American Fashion
The dream of creating an American answer to LVMH and Kering faced a major setback this week after a federal judge championed the Federal Trade Commission’s narrow definition of the sub-luxury handbag market.
Mulberry to Cut Nearly a Quarter of Corporate Roles
The British handbag maker will lay off around 85 people globally as it aims to chart a path back to profitability after fending off a takeover bid from billionaire Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group.
Mulberry to Cut Nearly a Quarter of Corporate Roles
The British handbag maker will lay off around 85 people globally as it aims to chart a path back to profitability after fending off a takeover bid from billionaire Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group.
The Era of Big Price Hikes Is Over, Giving Comfort to the Fed
Businesses are responding to customer fatigue with price increases by shifting focus to more affordable products, reflecting a broader trend that may help curb inflation and support continued Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.
The Era of Big Price Hikes Is Over, Giving Comfort to the Fed
Businesses are responding to customer fatigue with price increases by shifting focus to more affordable products, reflecting a broader trend that may help curb inflation and support continued Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.
Apple CEO’s Other Job: Helping Turn Nike Around
Apple chief Tim Cook, the longest-tenured member of Nike’s board of directors, is helping guide co-founder Phil Knight and executive chairman Mark Parker through one of the sportswear giant’s toughest years ever.
Apple CEO’s Other Job: Helping Turn Nike Around
Apple chief Tim Cook, the longest-tenured member of Nike’s board of directors, is helping guide co-founder Phil Knight and executive chairman Mark Parker through one of the sportswear giant’s toughest years ever.
Bloomingdale’s CEO on the Future of American Department Stores
To survive and even thrive, the ailing retail format doesn’t have to reinvent itself, according to Olivier Bron. Bringing his international experience to parent company Macy’s Inc., the new chief executive wants to give customers a more exciting experience and be a better partner to brand vendors.
Bloomingdale’s CEO on the Future of American Department Stores
To survive and even thrive, the ailing retail format doesn’t have to reinvent itself, according to Olivier Bron. Bringing his international experience to parent company Macy’s Inc., the new chief executive wants to give customers a more exciting experience and be a better partner to brand vendors.
What Victoria’s Secret’s Blast from the Past Says About Its Future
Response to the lingerie giant’s fashion show Tuesday night has been mostly positive, but its new CEO Hillary Super has her work cut out in order to steer the company toward growth again.
What Victoria’s Secret’s Blast from the Past Says About Its Future
Response to the lingerie giant’s fashion show Tuesday night has been mostly positive, but its new CEO Hillary Super has her work cut out in order to steer the company toward growth again.
How Mytheresa Can Make Its YNAP Deal Work
The German e-tailer’s deal to acquire the London-based luxury site, and become a global luxury e-commerce giant, is only as viable as its ability to make the whole enterprise profitable. BoF unpacks what it could take to get there.
How Mytheresa Can Make Its YNAP Deal Work
The German e-tailer’s deal to acquire the London-based luxury site, and become a global luxury e-commerce giant, is only as viable as its ability to make the whole enterprise profitable. BoF unpacks what it could take to get there.
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Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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.