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ThirdLove Acquires Gen-Z Underwear Brand Kit Undergarments

The direct-to-consumer bra startup will relaunch Kit Undergarments on the ThirdLove website this week, the company announced Monday, Apr. 25.

Direct-to-Consumer

ThirdLove Acquires Gen-Z Underwear Brand Kit Undergarments

The direct-to-consumer bra startup will relaunch Kit Undergarments on the ThirdLove website this week, the company announced Monday, Apr. 25.


China

Report: China’s Xiaohongshu Kicks off Staff Layoffs

The Chinese social e-commerce app, known as China’s answer to Instagram, joins other internet firms in retrenching, a source familiar with the matter said.

China

Report: China’s Xiaohongshu Kicks off Staff Layoffs

The Chinese social e-commerce app, known as China’s answer to Instagram, joins other internet firms in retrenching, a source familiar with the matter said.


Retail

THG Rejects ‘Numerous’ Approaches, Warns on Profit This Year

British e-commerce company THG said it had rejected “numerous” approaches that failed to reflect its value as it warned inflationary pressure would result in broadly flat earnings this year, missing market forecasts by 22 percent.

Retail

THG Rejects ‘Numerous’ Approaches, Warns on Profit This Year

British e-commerce company THG said it had rejected “numerous” approaches that failed to reflect its value as it warned inflationary pressure would result in broadly flat earnings this year, missing market forecasts by 22 percent.


Topics

Missguided Founder Nitin Passi Steps Down as Company Explores Strategic Options

The UK fast fashion retailer also announced 63 job cuts as part of its restructuring efforts, tapping London-based advisory firm Teneo to “find a strategic partner."

Topics

Missguided Founder Nitin Passi Steps Down as Company Explores Strategic Options

The UK fast fashion retailer also announced 63 job cuts as part of its restructuring efforts, tapping London-based advisory firm Teneo to “find a strategic partner."


Technology

Shopify Is in Talks to Buy Tech Startup Deliverr

Shopify Inc. is in talks to buy technology startup Deliverr, according to people familiar with the matter, a move that would help the Canadian e-commerce company expand in fulfilment services.

Technology

Shopify Is in Talks to Buy Tech Startup Deliverr

Shopify Inc. is in talks to buy technology startup Deliverr, according to people familiar with the matter, a move that would help the Canadian e-commerce company expand in fulfilment services.


Retail

The Debrief: Why Shein Is Valued at $100 Billion

BoF’s Cathaleen Chen joins chief correspondent Lauren Sherman to unpack the fast fashion giant’s path to its astronomical valuation.

Retail

The Debrief: Why Shein Is Valued at $100 Billion

BoF’s Cathaleen Chen joins chief correspondent Lauren Sherman to unpack the fast fashion giant’s path to its astronomical valuation.


Retail

How Brands Can Deal With Rising Costs

From altering products to buying materials in bulk, brands and retailers are adapting to a volatile market.

Retail

How Brands Can Deal With Rising Costs

From altering products to buying materials in bulk, brands and retailers are adapting to a volatile market.


Sports

Activewear’s Biggest Disruptors

Breaking into the $384 billion sports apparel market is no easy task, but fast-growing start-ups are stealing market share by creating specialised, fashion-forward products around underserved interests.

Sports

Activewear’s Biggest Disruptors

Breaking into the $384 billion sports apparel market is no easy task, but fast-growing start-ups are stealing market share by creating specialised, fashion-forward products around underserved interests.


Global Markets

Flipkart Pumps $116 Million Into Its Myntra Fashion Platform

The new investment comes as India’s long-time fashion e-commerce leader faces significant challenges from Reliance-owned Ajio and beauty leader Nykaa, which is increasingly expanding into fashion.

Global Markets

Flipkart Pumps $116 Million Into Its Myntra Fashion Platform

The new investment comes as India’s long-time fashion e-commerce leader faces significant challenges from Reliance-owned Ajio and beauty leader Nykaa, which is increasingly expanding into fashion.


Retail

What Happens When the E-Commerce Boom Ends

Online sales growth is slowing, returning to its pre-pandemic trajectory. As shoppers head back into the store, their new expectations around service set the stage for the next chapter of retail.

Retail

What Happens When the E-Commerce Boom Ends

Online sales growth is slowing, returning to its pre-pandemic trajectory. As shoppers head back into the store, their new expectations around service set the stage for the next chapter of retail.


Retail

The $100 Billion Shein Phenomenon, Explained

BoF breaks down how the fast-fashion disruptor has built a global business that now rivals incumbent players like Zara and H&M.

Retail

The $100 Billion Shein Phenomenon, Explained

BoF breaks down how the fast-fashion disruptor has built a global business that now rivals incumbent players like Zara and H&M.


China

JD.com Founder Steps Back From CEO Role

Liu Qiangdong, also known by the English name Richard Liu, has been replaced as the e-commerce firm’s chief executive by Xu Lei, effective immediately.

China

JD.com Founder Steps Back From CEO Role

Liu Qiangdong, also known by the English name Richard Liu, has been replaced as the e-commerce firm’s chief executive by Xu Lei, effective immediately.