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Are Sky-High Valuations Back in Fashion?

The fundraising landscape is still generally conservative, but companies like Alo Yoga are reportedly seeking multi-billion dollar valuations.

Are Sky-High Valuations Back in Fashion?

The fundraising landscape is still generally conservative, but companies like Alo Yoga are reportedly seeking multi-billion dollar valuations.


Fast Fashion’s M&A Frenzy, Explained

Amid a spending slowdown and steep competition, the UK fast-fashion players including Asos and Frasers Group are selling off struggling brands.

Fast Fashion’s M&A Frenzy, Explained

Amid a spending slowdown and steep competition, the UK fast-fashion players including Asos and Frasers Group are selling off struggling brands.


Why Shein Keeps Buying Its Rivals

The ultra-fast fashion giant’s latest acquisition of Missguided and a partnership with Forever 21 will grant it access to new customers and distribution channels.

Why Shein Keeps Buying Its Rivals

The ultra-fast fashion giant’s latest acquisition of Missguided and a partnership with Forever 21 will grant it access to new customers and distribution channels.


Retail Predictions and Insights for the Upcoming Holiday Season in the US

Bolt has released its latest report, designed to equip retailers with critical insights on retail trends ahead of the holiday season and share survey findings from 100+ US-based e-commerce companies which generate more than $5 million in online gross merchandise volume.

Retail Predictions and Insights for the Upcoming Holiday Season in the US

Bolt has released its latest report, designed to equip retailers with critical insights on retail trends ahead of the holiday season and share survey findings from 100+ US-based e-commerce companies which generate more than $5 million in online gross merchandise volume.


Adidas and Puma Eye Chances in Football’s Fashion Moment

Sportswear brands like Adidas and Puma are seeking to take advantage of a flirtation with soccer by the fashion world to reach a new customer base.

Adidas and Puma Eye Chances in Football’s Fashion Moment

Sportswear brands like Adidas and Puma are seeking to take advantage of a flirtation with soccer by the fashion world to reach a new customer base.


The Retailer That Finally Got Rental Right

Urban Outfitters has spent over $100 million building Nuuly, a competitor to Rent the Runway that stocks more casual clothing. Four years in, the service is growing fast, and its owner says it will soon be profitable.

The Retailer That Finally Got Rental Right

Urban Outfitters has spent over $100 million building Nuuly, a competitor to Rent the Runway that stocks more casual clothing. Four years in, the service is growing fast, and its owner says it will soon be profitable.


Shein Buys Missguided Brand From Britain’s Frasers

Frasers said on Monday, Shein will acquire the intellectual property and trademarks of Missguided, while Frasers will retain its real estate and employees which have now been integrated into Frasers’ fashion division.

Shein Buys Missguided Brand From Britain’s Frasers

Frasers said on Monday, Shein will acquire the intellectual property and trademarks of Missguided, while Frasers will retain its real estate and employees which have now been integrated into Frasers’ fashion division.


Amazon’s Playbook for Happy Holidays: Discounts, Same-Day Delivery and AI

Generative AI will be Amazon’s secret weapon this holiday season, leveraging data from its more than 160 million Prime subscribers to improve ad targeting and allowing merchants to produce promotions quickly.

Amazon’s Playbook for Happy Holidays: Discounts, Same-Day Delivery and AI

Generative AI will be Amazon’s secret weapon this holiday season, leveraging data from its more than 160 million Prime subscribers to improve ad targeting and allowing merchants to produce promotions quickly.


What Is VF Corp.’s Plan for Vans and Its Other Struggling Brands?

Activist investors are demanding big changes at the fashion conglomerate, which also owns The North Face, Supreme, Timberland and other brands. The company will have a chance to lay out its own vision when it releases earnings this week.

What Is VF Corp.’s Plan for Vans and Its Other Struggling Brands?

Activist investors are demanding big changes at the fashion conglomerate, which also owns The North Face, Supreme, Timberland and other brands. The company will have a chance to lay out its own vision when it releases earnings this week.


Why Activist Investors Have VF Corp. in Their Crosshairs

New contentious shareholders are seldom welcomed by their target companies, but analysts say the owner of Vans and Supreme should take heed of its latest activist investors, which are pushing the group to cut costs, sell off assets and pay down debt.

Why Activist Investors Have VF Corp. in Their Crosshairs

New contentious shareholders are seldom welcomed by their target companies, but analysts say the owner of Vans and Supreme should take heed of its latest activist investors, which are pushing the group to cut costs, sell off assets and pay down debt.


BoF Masterclass | Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns

Join us for a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our latest Case Study, “Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns.”

BoF Masterclass | Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns

Join us for a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our latest Case Study, “Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns.”


Farfetch’s Acquisition of Yoox Net-a-Porter Stake Gets EU Approval

The complex agreement would see the luxury marketplace eventually take control of its top competitor from current owner Richemont.

Farfetch’s Acquisition of Yoox Net-a-Porter Stake Gets EU Approval

The complex agreement would see the luxury marketplace eventually take control of its top competitor from current owner Richemont.