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Gap Inc. is an American retail group based in San Francisco, which is parent to apparel brands Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Athleta and more.

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News & Analysis

When Every Day Is a Sale, Stores Struggle to Catch Shoppers’ Eye

As American parents are expected to spend $507 on average on school-related items in the upcoming season, retailers are urged to look towards consumers for product cues.

News & Analysis

When Every Day Is a Sale, Stores Struggle to Catch Shoppers’ Eye

As American parents are expected to spend $507 on average on school-related items in the upcoming season, retailers are urged to look towards consumers for product cues.


Retail

How One Canadian Boutique Is Trying to Beat the Retail Slump

As competitors shut down locations and slash costs, the women’s clothing retailer Aritzia is pursuing an alternate strategy.

Retail

How One Canadian Boutique Is Trying to Beat the Retail Slump

As competitors shut down locations and slash costs, the women’s clothing retailer Aritzia is pursuing an alternate strategy.


News & Analysis

Is Beauty Forever 21's Lifeline?

The retailer recently opened its first Riley Rose beauty store in New York City, but pink branding and Gen Z favourites like Lime Crime and BH Cosmetics might not be enough to turn around the struggling fast-fashion player.

News & Analysis

Is Beauty Forever 21's Lifeline?

The retailer recently opened its first Riley Rose beauty store in New York City, but pink branding and Gen Z favourites like Lime Crime and BH Cosmetics might not be enough to turn around the struggling fast-fashion player.


News & Analysis

Power Moves | Polimoda Names Head of Fashion Design, Victoria Beckham Appoints CFO

This week, Polimoda names former Ferragamo Creative Director Massimiliano Giornetti head of fashion design, while Victoria Beckham announces an executive appointment.

News & Analysis

Power Moves | Polimoda Names Head of Fashion Design, Victoria Beckham Appoints CFO

This week, Polimoda names former Ferragamo Creative Director Massimiliano Giornetti head of fashion design, while Victoria Beckham announces an executive appointment.


News & Analysis

Op-Ed | Nordstrom Really Needs an Anniversary Sale Win

The deals bonanza represents an especially important test for the department store.

News & Analysis

Op-Ed | Nordstrom Really Needs an Anniversary Sale Win

The deals bonanza represents an especially important test for the department store.


News & Analysis

A Humble Fabric Helped India Fight British Rule. Now It's Big Business.

From Levi’s and Gap to Issey Miyake, global brands are tapping the business potential of khadi, the fabric promoted by Mahatma Gandhi during India’s struggle for independence.

News & Analysis

A Humble Fabric Helped India Fight British Rule. Now It's Big Business.

From Levi’s and Gap to Issey Miyake, global brands are tapping the business potential of khadi, the fabric promoted by Mahatma Gandhi during India’s struggle for independence.


Retail

Op-Ed | Zara's Hot Polka Dot Dress Beats Big Data

With other retailers finally catching up to Inditex's super fast supply chain, the world's biggest fashion retailer will have to rely on its ability to spot trends and make blockbuster items to maintain its competitive edge.

Retail

Op-Ed | Zara's Hot Polka Dot Dress Beats Big Data

With other retailers finally catching up to Inditex's super fast supply chain, the world's biggest fashion retailer will have to rely on its ability to spot trends and make blockbuster items to maintain its competitive edge.


Financial Markets

J.Crew Taps Banks for IPO of Madewell

Madewell's initial offering will reportedly take place sometime after the US Labour Day holiday in September.

Financial Markets

J.Crew Taps Banks for IPO of Madewell

Madewell's initial offering will reportedly take place sometime after the US Labour Day holiday in September.


Retail

Inditex Is Still Betting on Brick-and-Mortar Retail

The Zara-owner has cut the number of stores it has in its home market, but is expanding the footprint of existing locations.

Retail

Inditex Is Still Betting on Brick-and-Mortar Retail

The Zara-owner has cut the number of stores it has in its home market, but is expanding the footprint of existing locations.


News & Analysis

Inditex Says Sales on Track as Profitability Improves

The results have quelled analyst concerns that the group's sales forecasts may be too challenging.

News & Analysis

Inditex Says Sales on Track as Profitability Improves

The results have quelled analyst concerns that the group's sales forecasts may be too challenging.