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.
Retail
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The Increasingly Popular Solve to Fashion’s Wholesale Woes
A challenging wholesale environment is pushing more fashion brands to sell on marketplaces where they directly fulfil customers orders. But the model requires a higher level of collaboration between brands and retailers to make it a mutually beneficial investment.
The Increasingly Popular Solve to Fashion’s Wholesale Woes
A challenging wholesale environment is pushing more fashion brands to sell on marketplaces where they directly fulfil customers orders. But the model requires a higher level of collaboration between brands and retailers to make it a mutually beneficial investment.
Behind the Rise of the ‘It’ Sweatshirt
Brands like Parke and The Bar have turned a relatively ordinary item into a must-have for thousands of Gen-Z customers, building hype with limited drops and careful product design.
Behind the Rise of the ‘It’ Sweatshirt
Brands like Parke and The Bar have turned a relatively ordinary item into a must-have for thousands of Gen-Z customers, building hype with limited drops and careful product design.
The Business Behind Christos Garkinos’ Live Resale Empire
The former HSN host has built a loyal community – and racked up over $100 million in sales – by turning Instagram Live into a modern-day trunk show. Now, he’s eyeing the next frontier.
The Business Behind Christos Garkinos’ Live Resale Empire
The former HSN host has built a loyal community – and racked up over $100 million in sales – by turning Instagram Live into a modern-day trunk show. Now, he’s eyeing the next frontier.
Kay Jewelers Owner Sees Sales Rebounding, Sparking Shares
Kay Jewelers and Zales aren’t as exposed as US competitor retailers to higher tariffs as less than 10 percent of the merchandise they import comes from China.
Kay Jewelers Owner Sees Sales Rebounding, Sparking Shares
Kay Jewelers and Zales aren’t as exposed as US competitor retailers to higher tariffs as less than 10 percent of the merchandise they import comes from China.
The Debrief | Is Forever 21 Shein’s Biggest Victim Yet?
Retail editor Cathaleen Chen joins Brian Baskin and Sheena Butler-Young to discuss the fall of Forever 21, the future of fast fashion and why affordability alone isn't enough to win consumers.
The Debrief | Is Forever 21 Shein’s Biggest Victim Yet?
Retail editor Cathaleen Chen joins Brian Baskin and Sheena Butler-Young to discuss the fall of Forever 21, the future of fast fashion and why affordability alone isn't enough to win consumers.
How Luggage Brand Monos Is Capturing Consumer Attention and Trust
As premium luggage brand Monos looks to expand its retail footprint in the US while cementing itself as a key player in the luggage space with a campaign featuring Academy Award winner Adrien Brody, BoF sits down with Monos co-founder and CEO Victor Tam to learn how the brand is communicating value to its customers.
How Luggage Brand Monos Is Capturing Consumer Attention and Trust
As premium luggage brand Monos looks to expand its retail footprint in the US while cementing itself as a key player in the luggage space with a campaign featuring Academy Award winner Adrien Brody, BoF sits down with Monos co-founder and CEO Victor Tam to learn how the brand is communicating value to its customers.
Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy for Second Time
The brand has struggled to contend with rising costs and increased competition from online retailers like Shein and Temu.
Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy for Second Time
The brand has struggled to contend with rising costs and increased competition from online retailers like Shein and Temu.
What Next for Mike Ashley’s Patchwork Retail Empire?
With Frasers Group recently ejected from the FTSE 100, cutting profit forecasts and founder Ashley thwarted in an attempt to join the board of the online retailer Boohoo, are there signs his disparate empire is beginning to creak?
What Next for Mike Ashley’s Patchwork Retail Empire?
With Frasers Group recently ejected from the FTSE 100, cutting profit forecasts and founder Ashley thwarted in an attempt to join the board of the online retailer Boohoo, are there signs his disparate empire is beginning to creak?
This Week: Will Nike Show the First Steps of a Turnaround?
Nike will report its first full quarter under new CEO Elliott Hill as the company tries to stage a comeback.
This Week: Will Nike Show the First Steps of a Turnaround?
Nike will report its first full quarter under new CEO Elliott Hill as the company tries to stage a comeback.
How Retailers Are Bracing for a Potentially Grim Year
Facing uncertainty around tariffs and fears of a potential recession, the strongest and weakest fashion companies alike have issued a cautious outlook for 2025. Even so, low consumer confidence does not guarantee a pullback from spending. For the savviest players, there is still room for growth.
How Retailers Are Bracing for a Potentially Grim Year
Facing uncertainty around tariffs and fears of a potential recession, the strongest and weakest fashion companies alike have issued a cautious outlook for 2025. Even so, low consumer confidence does not guarantee a pullback from spending. For the savviest players, there is still room for growth.
Horst Paulmann, Billionaire Who Built Retail Empire, Dies at 89
Paulmann founded Chile’s Cencosud SA, South America’s largest retailer by sales and shaped an empire that spans supermarkets, department stores, and shopping malls across Latin America. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday in Germany.
Horst Paulmann, Billionaire Who Built Retail Empire, Dies at 89
Paulmann founded Chile’s Cencosud SA, South America’s largest retailer by sales and shaped an empire that spans supermarkets, department stores, and shopping malls across Latin America. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday in Germany.
How an Indie Running Brand Plans to Compete With Sneaker Giants
Lifestyle activewear brand Satisfy will release its first running sneaker this summer, entering a crowded but growing market for fashion-forward performance products.
How an Indie Running Brand Plans to Compete With Sneaker Giants
Lifestyle activewear brand Satisfy will release its first running sneaker this summer, entering a crowded but growing market for fashion-forward performance products.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
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.
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
EBay Gives Solid Outlook, Says It Paid More to Acquire Depop
The resale marketplace beat sales and profit expectations but said its purchase price for Depop was $200 million more than initially announced.