Kohl’s Turnaround Stalls as Sales Growth Stagnates
Kohl’s turnaround attempt showed some progress after the retailer raised its annual earnings outlook, but it still doesn’t see sales growth this year.
Retail
Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.
What’s the Plan at H&M?
The fast fashion giant occupies a shrinking middle ground between Shein and Zara. New CEO Daniel Ervér can lay out the path forward when the company reports quarterly results this week.
What’s the Plan at H&M?
The fast fashion giant occupies a shrinking middle ground between Shein and Zara. New CEO Daniel Ervér can lay out the path forward when the company reports quarterly results this week.
The BoF Podcast | Owen Eastwood and Tim Brown on Building High Performing Teams
The performance coach and Allbirds’ co-founder discuss the transformative power of togetherness in fostering a culture of excellence.
The BoF Podcast | Owen Eastwood and Tim Brown on Building High Performing Teams
The performance coach and Allbirds’ co-founder discuss the transformative power of togetherness in fostering a culture of excellence.
Potential Deals for Nordstrom and Macy’s Put Private Ownership Back in Vogue for US Retailers
While the Nordstrom family is pushing for private ownership, Macy’s faces an unsolicited hostile bid. Both scenarios could dramatically change the retail landscape in the United States.
Potential Deals for Nordstrom and Macy’s Put Private Ownership Back in Vogue for US Retailers
While the Nordstrom family is pushing for private ownership, Macy’s faces an unsolicited hostile bid. Both scenarios could dramatically change the retail landscape in the United States.
Temu’s Ad Blitz Is Working
Spending data shows millions of consumers are shopping on the Chinese app after seeing its ubiquitous marketing. Worryingly for competitors, customers appear to like what they’re seeing.
Temu’s Ad Blitz Is Working
Spending data shows millions of consumers are shopping on the Chinese app after seeing its ubiquitous marketing. Worryingly for competitors, customers appear to like what they’re seeing.
Nike, Lululemon and Activewear’s Innovation Problem
The category’s biggest brands by market capitalisation report results this week, and will need to show they have a plan to fend off fast-growing competition.
Nike, Lululemon and Activewear’s Innovation Problem
The category’s biggest brands by market capitalisation report results this week, and will need to show they have a plan to fend off fast-growing competition.
How Zara Is Beating Shein
By investing in an elevated product and shopping experience, Spanish retailers Inditex and Mango are seeing tremendous growth despite fierce competition from the likes of Temu and a cash-strapped consumer.
How Zara Is Beating Shein
By investing in an elevated product and shopping experience, Spanish retailers Inditex and Mango are seeing tremendous growth despite fierce competition from the likes of Temu and a cash-strapped consumer.
Who Is the TikTok Shopper?
The ByteDance-owned app’s e-commerce play has been met with mixed response from users. Still, sales seem to keep ticking up.
Who Is the TikTok Shopper?
The ByteDance-owned app’s e-commerce play has been met with mixed response from users. Still, sales seem to keep ticking up.
Wall Street Loves The RealReal’s New Direction. Users Have Mixed Feelings
The fashion resale company finally became profitable last year, but it was at the cost of losing consignors who complain that reselling is no longer as lucrative as it once was on the platform.
Wall Street Loves The RealReal’s New Direction. Users Have Mixed Feelings
The fashion resale company finally became profitable last year, but it was at the cost of losing consignors who complain that reselling is no longer as lucrative as it once was on the platform.
At Eton Shirts, Innovating Formal Wear to Meet Evolving Consumer Demand
The Swedish luxury menswear brand is embracing the post-pandemic growth in the formal wear category, while optimising the consumer reach of their core line. BoF sits down with CEO David Thörewik to learn how Eton Shirts are innovating their strategy to drive global expansion.
At Eton Shirts, Innovating Formal Wear to Meet Evolving Consumer Demand
The Swedish luxury menswear brand is embracing the post-pandemic growth in the formal wear category, while optimising the consumer reach of their core line. BoF sits down with CEO David Thörewik to learn how Eton Shirts are innovating their strategy to drive global expansion.
Federer-Backed On Disappoints With Sales Forecast, Results
On expects sales to grow at least 30 percent this year to 2.25 billion Swiss francs ($2.56 billion) or more.
Federer-Backed On Disappoints With Sales Forecast, Results
On expects sales to grow at least 30 percent this year to 2.25 billion Swiss francs ($2.56 billion) or more.
The Cool-Girl Label Shaking Up Bridal
Danielle Frankel has garnered cult status in recent years with unconventional pieces that can be worn to the altar — and beyond.
The Cool-Girl Label Shaking Up Bridal
Danielle Frankel has garnered cult status in recent years with unconventional pieces that can be worn to the altar — and beyond.
Mmgnet Group’s Plans to Connect and Empower the Fashion Industry
Informa Markets Fashion has transitioned to Mmgnet Group and launched Mmgnet, its new parent brand, as the company innovates and expands its business model. Building on its heritage as a fashion industry connector, Mmgnet is an insights and inspiration resource for executives and stakeholders. BoF learns more from president Kelly Helfman and vice president of marketing, Teodora Nicolae.
Mmgnet Group’s Plans to Connect and Empower the Fashion Industry
Informa Markets Fashion has transitioned to Mmgnet Group and launched Mmgnet, its new parent brand, as the company innovates and expands its business model. Building on its heritage as a fashion industry connector, Mmgnet is an insights and inspiration resource for executives and stakeholders. BoF learns more from president Kelly Helfman and vice president of marketing, Teodora Nicolae.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Abercrombie Sees Record Shares Jump After Guidance Lift
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. shares rallied after revenue topped estimates and the retailer raised its annual earnings guidance, suggesting the preppy apparel company is regaining momentum.
Target Shares Fall After Pulling Halloween Costume Evoking Blackface
The retailer previously sparked calls for a boycott in early 2025 after it pulled back from its diversity initiatives as Donald Trump returned to the White House.
Shein’s Purchase of Everlane Faces US National Security Review
A review by an interagency panel led by the US Treasury Department began after the $80 million transaction was completed in May, according to the people familiar with the matter.
Shein Sets IPO Date, Targets Up to $27 Billion Valuation
The company is set to debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange on Sept. 1 and is seeking to raise as much as $1.8 billion in its long-awaited IPO, according to a filing.
UK Retail Sales Drop for the First Time in Three Months
Scorching weather and fewer discounts discouraged shoppers and ended a recent rebound in consumer spending as retail sales fell for the first time since April.
Boohoo Fined $2.7 Million by French Watchdog Over Deceptive Discounts
Nearly half of the examined promotions were revealed to be price increases. The Debenhams-owned fast-fashion brand also used terms like ‘leather’ to sell synthetic products.
Report: Shein Postpones IPO to September
Shein has pushed back its market debut following a delay in taking investor orders for its Hong Kong IPO at a reduced valuation, the South China Morning Post reported.