On Sneaker Brand’s Shares Slump After Sales Disappoint
The Swiss brand's stock tumbled after it posted disappointing second-quarter sales and issued a slightly more cautious sales forecast for the year.
e-commerce
China
A Singles Day Without Livestream Superhosts Leaves Alibaba in a Quandary
The event, which the e-commerce giant has built up from a one day Nov. 11 sale to a nearly two-week festival, will begin with seven days of pre-sales to allow shoppers on its Taobao and Tmall marketplaces to place deposits to secure goods later at a discounted price.
A Singles Day Without Livestream Superhosts Leaves Alibaba in a Quandary
The event, which the e-commerce giant has built up from a one day Nov. 11 sale to a nearly two-week festival, will begin with seven days of pre-sales to allow shoppers on its Taobao and Tmall marketplaces to place deposits to secure goods later at a discounted price.
Retail
How to Plan Your Retail Footprint
For up-and-coming brands, a few small, cleverly designed stores in the right locations can have a bigger impact than a giant flagship
How to Plan Your Retail Footprint
For up-and-coming brands, a few small, cleverly designed stores in the right locations can have a bigger impact than a giant flagship
Luxury
Why Luxury’s Counterfeit Problem Is Getting Worse
It’s easier than ever for consumers to buy fakes online. But the spike in counterfeit sales may also have something to do with how brands themselves are pricing and marketing their products.
Why Luxury’s Counterfeit Problem Is Getting Worse
It’s easier than ever for consumers to buy fakes online. But the spike in counterfeit sales may also have something to do with how brands themselves are pricing and marketing their products.
Retail
Diane von Furstenberg Makes a (Profitable) Comeback
For the first time in a decade, Diane von Furstenberg is operating in the black. It’s a feat made possible by cutting overall production by half under the brand’s new CEO, Gabby Hirata.
Diane von Furstenberg Makes a (Profitable) Comeback
For the first time in a decade, Diane von Furstenberg is operating in the black. It’s a feat made possible by cutting overall production by half under the brand’s new CEO, Gabby Hirata.
Technology
Can Tech Save Poshmark?
Poshmark’s sale to South Korea-based Naver might feel hasty and ill-timed, but the resale company believes the technological benefits of the deal could help it solve a major conundrum: converting more of its 80 million users into buyers.
Can Tech Save Poshmark?
Poshmark’s sale to South Korea-based Naver might feel hasty and ill-timed, but the resale company believes the technological benefits of the deal could help it solve a major conundrum: converting more of its 80 million users into buyers.
Direct-to-Consumer
How In-Store Services Help DTC Brands Win at Brick-and-Mortar
A growing number of direct-to-consumer brands have found a winning retail formula by putting a modern spin on routine services such as piercings and eye exams.
How In-Store Services Help DTC Brands Win at Brick-and-Mortar
A growing number of direct-to-consumer brands have found a winning retail formula by putting a modern spin on routine services such as piercings and eye exams.
Retail
H&M Considers Charging for Online Returns to Cut Costs, CEO Says
The company is trying out the fees in Norway and the UK in coming days, embracing a measure that rivals have turned to as well, chief executive officer Helena Helmersson said.
H&M Considers Charging for Online Returns to Cut Costs, CEO Says
The company is trying out the fees in Norway and the UK in coming days, embracing a measure that rivals have turned to as well, chief executive officer Helena Helmersson said.
Luxury
Farfetch CEO Sees Luxury Recession Resilience and China Return
Handbags, fashion and watches are less sensitive to economic downturns as well-heeled consumers keep buying such items, chief executive officer José Neves said in an interview.
Farfetch CEO Sees Luxury Recession Resilience and China Return
Handbags, fashion and watches are less sensitive to economic downturns as well-heeled consumers keep buying such items, chief executive officer José Neves said in an interview.
China
China Warns Waning Global Demand Is Top Threat to Trade
Overseas demand for goods from China is weakening as the global economy slows, warned a senior Chinese commerce ministry official, though the country still expects foreign trade to grow in the second half of this year.
China Warns Waning Global Demand Is Top Threat to Trade
Overseas demand for goods from China is weakening as the global economy slows, warned a senior Chinese commerce ministry official, though the country still expects foreign trade to grow in the second half of this year.
Direct-to-Consumer
Shein’s New Rival, Explained
Pinduoduo is a giant in China but relatively unknown in America. It’s looking to change that with a new app, Temu, that sells ultra-cheap clothing, with thousands of new items added daily. Sound familiar?
Shein’s New Rival, Explained
Pinduoduo is a giant in China but relatively unknown in America. It’s looking to change that with a new app, Temu, that sells ultra-cheap clothing, with thousands of new items added daily. Sound familiar?
Retail
Everlane Raises $90 Million in Debt
The direct-to-consumer brand has secured $65 million in revolving credit and an additional $25 million loan.
Everlane Raises $90 Million in Debt
The direct-to-consumer brand has secured $65 million in revolving credit and an additional $25 million loan.
Retail
THG’s Full Year Core Earnings Miss Warning Sends Shares to Record Low
Adjusted core earnings for the six months ended June for the company, which also has beauty and nutrition units, slumped 60 percent to £32.3 million.
THG’s Full Year Core Earnings Miss Warning Sends Shares to Record Low
Adjusted core earnings for the six months ended June for the company, which also has beauty and nutrition units, slumped 60 percent to £32.3 million.
The News in Brief
Natura Posts 92% Decline in Quarterly Profit
Brazilian cosmetic maker Natura on Monday posted a second-quarter net profit of 35 million reais ($6.85 million), a 92.1 percent decline from the same period in 2025.
Report: Armani Stake Sale Could Be Delayed Beyond March 2027 Deadline
Citing company sources, Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera said market conditions for the luxury industry were still challenging and negotiating a deal could require time.
Shein to Launch IPO as Soon as August 19, Sources Say
The Hong Kong IPO could take place as soon as Wednesday of next week, two people with knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday.
John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.
Shein IPO Value Could Fall Short of $30 Billion Targeted by Some Investors
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates the ultra-fast fashion retailer supports a valuation of $22 billion to $25 billion, well below the roughly $30 billion valuation some investors have pushed for.
Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.