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Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.

DHL Launches Branded Resale

In a partnership with resale service provider Reflaunt, the global logistics giant now offers a fulfilment, shipping and platforming solution for brand clients interested in entering the secondhand space.

DHL Launches Branded Resale

In a partnership with resale service provider Reflaunt, the global logistics giant now offers a fulfilment, shipping and platforming solution for brand clients interested in entering the secondhand space.


Stephen Curry Is Battling the Clock to Win Over Sneaker Fans

The Golden State Warriors guard is rushing to capitalise on his athletic triumphs by bringing his brand off the court and on to the streets through his partnership with athletic-wear maker Under Armour Inc.

Stephen Curry Is Battling the Clock to Win Over Sneaker Fans

The Golden State Warriors guard is rushing to capitalise on his athletic triumphs by bringing his brand off the court and on to the streets through his partnership with athletic-wear maker Under Armour Inc.


BoF Masterclass | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success

Watch on demand a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our Case Study, “The Art and Science of Retail Store Success.”

BoF Masterclass | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success

Watch on demand a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our Case Study, “The Art and Science of Retail Store Success.”


Uniqlo’s Sister Brand GU Aiming to Take On Markets in US, Europe

While GU, with slightly lower prices than Uniqlo and clothes aimed at younger clientele, has a solid presence in Japan, it’s less known in other major markets. Building its presence abroad is part of Fast Retailing founder Tadashi Yanai’s push to “become a true global player,” by first doubling annual profit to ¥5 trillion within a few years.

Uniqlo’s Sister Brand GU Aiming to Take On Markets in US, Europe

While GU, with slightly lower prices than Uniqlo and clothes aimed at younger clientele, has a solid presence in Japan, it’s less known in other major markets. Building its presence abroad is part of Fast Retailing founder Tadashi Yanai’s push to “become a true global player,” by first doubling annual profit to ¥5 trillion within a few years.


Rowing Blazers Acquired By Burch Creative Capital

The deal will inject new capital into the New York-based preppy streetwear brand, allowing it to expand its women’s assortment and move into a bigger flagship in Manhattan.

Rowing Blazers Acquired By Burch Creative Capital

The deal will inject new capital into the New York-based preppy streetwear brand, allowing it to expand its women’s assortment and move into a bigger flagship in Manhattan.


Case Study | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success

The best stores don’t just serve as billboards or customer touchpoints —they’re a stable and lucrative revenue stream. As younger consumers have embraced in-store shopping despite their digital native instincts, the value of stores is undeniable. Running an effective store requires choosing the right location, understanding its sales potential and making sure it serves its local clientele.

Case Study | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success

The best stores don’t just serve as billboards or customer touchpoints —they’re a stable and lucrative revenue stream. As younger consumers have embraced in-store shopping despite their digital native instincts, the value of stores is undeniable. Running an effective store requires choosing the right location, understanding its sales potential and making sure it serves its local clientele.


Inditex Pushes Bargain Brand to Counter Shein

The rapid growth of Shein, with its budget prices, has put significant pressure on the Zara owner and rival fast fashion group H&M.

Inditex Pushes Bargain Brand to Counter Shein

The rapid growth of Shein, with its budget prices, has put significant pressure on the Zara owner and rival fast fashion group H&M.


How Shein and Temu Are Upending the Global Air Cargo Industry

Shein and Temu’s growth is squeezing out space for other industries on air freighters, just as global firms are scrambling to find alternative logistics options due to the Red Sea disruptions.

How Shein and Temu Are Upending the Global Air Cargo Industry

Shein and Temu’s growth is squeezing out space for other industries on air freighters, just as global firms are scrambling to find alternative logistics options due to the Red Sea disruptions.


As Target Celebrates 25 Years of Designer Collaborations, Fashion Takes a Backseat

The American big-box retailer announced its upcoming partnership with Diane von Furstenberg amid a sales slump in apparel and other discretionary categories.

As Target Celebrates 25 Years of Designer Collaborations, Fashion Takes a Backseat

The American big-box retailer announced its upcoming partnership with Diane von Furstenberg amid a sales slump in apparel and other discretionary categories.


A Letter to Farfetch’s New Owner

The company is still well positioned to be the market leader in global luxury e-commerce, but new owner Coupang has its work cut out for it, writes Imran Amed.

A Letter to Farfetch’s New Owner

The company is still well positioned to be the market leader in global luxury e-commerce, but new owner Coupang has its work cut out for it, writes Imran Amed.


Investors Bet on London’s Oxford Street Bouncing Back

Once considered the crown jewel of Britain’s retail sector, Oxford Street suffered a collapse in visitors during the pandemic and struggled to recover. New businesses are hoping to change that.

Investors Bet on London’s Oxford Street Bouncing Back

Once considered the crown jewel of Britain’s retail sector, Oxford Street suffered a collapse in visitors during the pandemic and struggled to recover. New businesses are hoping to change that.


Can Farfetch Survive Coupang’s Shock Therapy?

Founder José Neves and eight other c-suite executives are departing the luxury marketplace, which faces an uncertain future under its new owner.

Can Farfetch Survive Coupang’s Shock Therapy?

Founder José Neves and eight other c-suite executives are departing the luxury marketplace, which faces an uncertain future under its new owner.