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Gap Inc.

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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Retail

What to Watch From This Week’s Retail Earnings Grab Bag

Results from a wide variety of retailers will offer clarity about the health of the fashion industry and the wider economy. That, plus what else to expect in the coming week.

Retail

What to Watch From This Week’s Retail Earnings Grab Bag

Results from a wide variety of retailers will offer clarity about the health of the fashion industry and the wider economy. That, plus what else to expect in the coming week.


Retail

The Debrief | Inside Banana Republic’s Bid to Regain Relevance

BoF’s retail correspondent Cathaleen Chen joins The Debrief to discuss how the mall brand plotted a turnaround that’s starting to pay off.

Retail

The Debrief | Inside Banana Republic’s Bid to Regain Relevance

BoF’s retail correspondent Cathaleen Chen joins The Debrief to discuss how the mall brand plotted a turnaround that’s starting to pay off.


Sports

The Ye and Adidas Conflict, Explained

The sportswear giant caught lightning in a bottle with its Yeezy partnership, but the artist’s accusations against the company have turned the deal sour.

Sports

The Ye and Adidas Conflict, Explained

The sportswear giant caught lightning in a bottle with its Yeezy partnership, but the artist’s accusations against the company have turned the deal sour.


Retail

How Banana Republic Became a Bright Spot in Gap Inc.’s Portfolio

The mall retailer saw sales rise after swapping generic office clothes for a stronger point-of-view inspired by its safari-themed origins. The new look wasn’t for everyone – and that was the point.

Retail

How Banana Republic Became a Bright Spot in Gap Inc.’s Portfolio

The mall retailer saw sales rise after swapping generic office clothes for a stronger point-of-view inspired by its safari-themed origins. The new look wasn’t for everyone – and that was the point.


Retail

Athleta Enters the Underwear Space

The Gap Inc.-owned activewear brand is relaunching intimates after a brief, unsuccessful stint in the competitive category in 2018.

Retail

Athleta Enters the Underwear Space

The Gap Inc.-owned activewear brand is relaunching intimates after a brief, unsuccessful stint in the competitive category in 2018.


Retail

Inside Gap Inc.’s 20-Year Struggle to Revive Its Namesake Brand

Why the retail group appears to be in constant turnaround mode — and the measures it may need to take to change the narrative.

Retail

Inside Gap Inc.’s 20-Year Struggle to Revive Its Namesake Brand

Why the retail group appears to be in constant turnaround mode — and the measures it may need to take to change the narrative.


Workplace & Talent

The Post-Pandemic CEO Shakeup

From Gap to Chanel, big fashion brands are shaking up the top job, as the industry puts some of its Covid-era problems behind it and prepares for a new set of challenges, including an economic downturn.

Workplace & Talent

The Post-Pandemic CEO Shakeup

From Gap to Chanel, big fashion brands are shaking up the top job, as the industry puts some of its Covid-era problems behind it and prepares for a new set of challenges, including an economic downturn.


Sustainability

Are Mass Market Fashion Companies Really the Worst on Sustainability?

Levi Strauss and H&M Group rank among the top five companies in The BoF Sustainability Index 2022, but the high street segment also contains the annual assessment’s lowest-scoring company with no points at all.

Sustainability

Are Mass Market Fashion Companies Really the Worst on Sustainability?

Levi Strauss and H&M Group rank among the top five companies in The BoF Sustainability Index 2022, but the high street segment also contains the annual assessment’s lowest-scoring company with no points at all.


Retail

Is It Time for Gap Inc. to Go Private?

Marketshare is shrinking, discounts are deepening and the group’s once-powerful grip on the consumer has disintegrated. As a public company, its options are limited.

Retail

Is It Time for Gap Inc. to Go Private?

Marketshare is shrinking, discounts are deepening and the group’s once-powerful grip on the consumer has disintegrated. As a public company, its options are limited.


Retail

The Style That Finally Dethroned Skinny Jeans

The slim tapered fit no longer dominates the denim category as wider, ‘90s-reminiscent pant styles gain popularity.

Retail

The Style That Finally Dethroned Skinny Jeans

The slim tapered fit no longer dominates the denim category as wider, ‘90s-reminiscent pant styles gain popularity.