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.
Retail
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Can Department Stores Save Themselves? | The Debrief
BoF Senior Correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and Retail Editor Cathleen Chen discuss the ongoing struggle of American department stores to remain relevant and what lessons they might learn from their European counterparts.
Can Department Stores Save Themselves? | The Debrief
BoF Senior Correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and Retail Editor Cathleen Chen discuss the ongoing struggle of American department stores to remain relevant and what lessons they might learn from their European counterparts.
Strike Shuts Eastern US and Gulf Ports, Threatening Economy
Dockworkers across the US East and Gulf coasts have launched a historic strike for the first time in nearly 50 years, disrupting operations at 36 major ports and potentially causing an economic loss of up to $4.5 billion daily.
Strike Shuts Eastern US and Gulf Ports, Threatening Economy
Dockworkers across the US East and Gulf coasts have launched a historic strike for the first time in nearly 50 years, disrupting operations at 36 major ports and potentially causing an economic loss of up to $4.5 billion daily.
This Week: Nike’s Next Chapter Begins
Quarterly earnings on Tuesday are likely to paint a bleak picture, but also provide the new regime an opportunity to lay groundwork for a recovery.
This Week: Nike’s Next Chapter Begins
Quarterly earnings on Tuesday are likely to paint a bleak picture, but also provide the new regime an opportunity to lay groundwork for a recovery.
First Came the $100 Wide-Leg Jeans. Then the $700 Shopping Spree
The rise of wide-leg jeans is sparking a transformative shift in fashion, prompting brands like Gap, Madewell, and Lululemon to expand their offerings as consumers purchase complementary items, driving increased sales and reshaping wardrobe choices among teens and young women.
First Came the $100 Wide-Leg Jeans. Then the $700 Shopping Spree
The rise of wide-leg jeans is sparking a transformative shift in fashion, prompting brands like Gap, Madewell, and Lululemon to expand their offerings as consumers purchase complementary items, driving increased sales and reshaping wardrobe choices among teens and young women.
H&M Abandons 2024 Margin Target as Costs Hurt Profit
The retailer said a strong Swedish crown and costs related to shutting down its online fashion outlet Afound hurt profit, and that the cost of markdowns had increased over the quarter.
H&M Abandons 2024 Margin Target as Costs Hurt Profit
The retailer said a strong Swedish crown and costs related to shutting down its online fashion outlet Afound hurt profit, and that the cost of markdowns had increased over the quarter.
BoF Masterclass | How to Create the Perfect E-Commerce Site
Join us for a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our latest Case Study, “How to Create the Perfect E-Commerce Site.”
BoF Masterclass | How to Create the Perfect E-Commerce Site
Join us for a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our latest Case Study, “How to Create the Perfect E-Commerce Site.”
Why Does Menswear All Look the Same? | The Debrief
Executive editor Brian Baskin dives into whether and why men’s style is getting stale, and the brands that are trying to do something about it, with BoF correspondents Malique Morris and Lei Takanashi.
Why Does Menswear All Look the Same? | The Debrief
Executive editor Brian Baskin dives into whether and why men’s style is getting stale, and the brands that are trying to do something about it, with BoF correspondents Malique Morris and Lei Takanashi.
What the Fed’s Big Rate Cut Means for Fashion
The US Federal Reserve’s first interest rate cut since the pandemic will make borrowing cheaper. Ideally, it will ease pressure on some brands and retailers, encourage investment and drive more spending from shoppers.
What the Fed’s Big Rate Cut Means for Fashion
The US Federal Reserve’s first interest rate cut since the pandemic will make borrowing cheaper. Ideally, it will ease pressure on some brands and retailers, encourage investment and drive more spending from shoppers.
US Crackdown on Cheap Chinese Goods Takes Aim at Temu, Shein
Plans to begin taxing US imports worth less than $800 would shut a loophole that that has helped fuel the Chinese-linked e-commerce players’ growth.
US Crackdown on Cheap Chinese Goods Takes Aim at Temu, Shein
Plans to begin taxing US imports worth less than $800 would shut a loophole that that has helped fuel the Chinese-linked e-commerce players’ growth.
Case Study | How to Create the Perfect E-Commerce Site
The best websites balance the jobs of inspiring customers via lush graphics and compelling storytelling, and maximising sales with a design that’s convenient, intuitive and easy to navigate. This case study explores how to achieve both goals and create the ideal online shopping experience.
Case Study | How to Create the Perfect E-Commerce Site
The best websites balance the jobs of inspiring customers via lush graphics and compelling storytelling, and maximising sales with a design that’s convenient, intuitive and easy to navigate. This case study explores how to achieve both goals and create the ideal online shopping experience.
Macy’s Targets Menswear Shoppers With New Private Label
Macy’s newest private label, “Mode of One,” is taking aim at the contemporary menswear shopper as the retailer tries to shore up its men’s apparel business.
Macy’s Targets Menswear Shoppers With New Private Label
Macy’s newest private label, “Mode of One,” is taking aim at the contemporary menswear shopper as the retailer tries to shore up its men’s apparel business.
Victoria’s Secret Relaunches Activewear Line VSX
The lingerie giant is set to reenter the category it exited in recent years with a new performance-driven collection.
Victoria’s Secret Relaunches Activewear Line VSX
The lingerie giant is set to reenter the category it exited in recent years with a new performance-driven collection.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
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.