H&M Group
Bits & Bytes | H&M Bets on AI, The Rise of Digital Supermodels
This week, H&M turns to tech to build a stronger business and drive operational efficiencies, while a new wave of modelling agencies offer brands virtual models.
Greenpeace Report Spotlights Fashion’s Progress on ‘Detoxing’
According to the report, Inditex, H&M, Fast Retailing and Benetton are among the big fashion companies leading the way in hazardous chemical management.
New Threat to Retail: Rising Commodity Prices
Prices of commodities have been increasing across the board. Can the apparel industry take another hit when it is already down?
H&M Second-Quarter Profits Decline
Profit slumped 22 percent to $670 million as the retailer struggles to adapt to the new digital landscape.
Social Goods | Abuse Reports in India's Factories, Beauty Supply Chains Violate Human Rights
This week, high-street retailers are accused of ignoring abuses at a large Indian supplier, while a new report suggests the beauty industry uses concerning products in its supply chain.
How H&M Is Rethinking Its Flagships
With its biggest ever French store, set to open in Paris on June 20, the Swedish fast fashion group is introducing new experiences and services to revive foot traffic, while boosting its online presence.
Bits & Bytes | H&M Tests Interactive Mirrors, Luxury Brands Use Apps for Event Spaces
This week, H&M tries facial recognition mirrors in its New York flagship store, while location finding apps become a growing phenomena for luxury brands.
Social Goods | Gap and H&M Factory Workers Face Daily Abuse, Fur Opposition in China
This week, a new report claims fast-fashion deadlines create a climate of harassment and violence in Asian factories, while top fashion industry representatives in Shanghai are committing to going fur-free.
H&M Scouts Out Potential Suppliers in South Africa
Executives from the world’s second largest clothing retailer visited some of the country’s main cities this week.
$117 Million South African Mohair Industry Threatened by H&M, Inditex Ban
Almost 70 companies, including H&M and Inditex, will stop using mohair following the release of video footage from 12 Angora goat farms in the Karoo region depicting animal cruelty.