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Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.

Kohl's Beats Profit Estimates as Amazon Partnership Pays Off

The department store chain partnered with the e-commerce giant to attract younger shoppers.


Luxury Fashion Rental Platform Armarium to Cease Operations

The company, launched in 2016, offered high-fashion in partnership with boutiques and stores.


Nike Temporarily Closes European Headquarters Due to Coronavirus

The sportswear giant’s office in the Netherlands will be shut down following the news that an employee is infected with the virus.


Uniqlo Reopens Stores in China After Coronavirus Outbreak

The brand’s parent company Fast Retailing announced that it has reopened more than 100 stores in the country, while 125 remain closed.


Hong Kong Retailers in Battle for Rental Cuts

Shop owners are calling for temporary rent cuts as consumer spending falls amid the coronavirus outbreak and months of political unrest.


H&M Sees No Big Delays in Supply Despite Coronavirus Outbreak

The fast fashion retailer has started reopening stores in China after closing a third of them due to the outbreak.


Watches of Switzerland Sees Shift to Home Buyers as Coronavirus Hits

As Chinese tourist numbers drop, the British retailer is looking to local customers to account for the decline.


Zalando Forecasts Slower Sales Growth for 2020

The online fashion retailer expects a growth slowdown of up to 20 percent.


L Brands Predicts Losses Amid Victoria's Secret Sale

The deal with investment firm Sycamore Partners looks unlikely to curb the company's quarterly net loss of $192.3 million.


Macy’s Sales Beat Estimates

The positive results follow the department store's announcement that it will close several offices and stores to cut costs and boost growth.


SMCP to Take Profit Hit in China Due to Coronavirus

The Sandro and Maje owner's shares were down 7.1 percent, among the worst performers on the Paris stock market.


Inside the Outdoor Voices Saga

Existing investors, including General Catalyst, have provided a lifeline for the activewear label, which continues to lose money on customer acquisition as it struggles to broaden its audience.