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Shein’s Pre-IPO Charm Offensive Hits Roadblocks in Europe

With industrial policy a key issue in the EU election, apparel manufacturers, retailers and e-commerce companies are trying to put cheap clothes from China on the agenda.

Retail

Shein’s Pre-IPO Charm Offensive Hits Roadblocks in Europe

With industrial policy a key issue in the EU election, apparel manufacturers, retailers and e-commerce companies are trying to put cheap clothes from China on the agenda.


Sustainability

Shein Suppliers Still Working Excessive Hours, Report Finds

More than a year after the ultra-fast-fashion company said it would tackle issues of unlawful overtime, 75-hour weeks remain common in its supply chain, Swiss watchdog Public Eye found.

Sustainability

Shein Suppliers Still Working Excessive Hours, Report Finds

More than a year after the ultra-fast-fashion company said it would tackle issues of unlawful overtime, 75-hour weeks remain common in its supply chain, Swiss watchdog Public Eye found.


Retail

Shein Steps Up London IPO Preparations Amid US Hurdles to Listing

The online fashion retailer plans to update China’s securities regulator on the change of the initial public offering venue and file with the London Stock Exchange as soon as this month, a person with knowledge of the matter said.

Retail

Shein Steps Up London IPO Preparations Amid US Hurdles to Listing

The online fashion retailer plans to update China’s securities regulator on the change of the initial public offering venue and file with the London Stock Exchange as soon as this month, a person with knowledge of the matter said.


Global Markets

Brazil Succumbs to the Retail Apocalypse It Staved Off for Years

Though e-commerce reshaped retailing in the US and Europe even before the pandemic, a confluence of economic, financial and logistical circumstances kept the South American nation insulated from the trend until later.

Global Markets

Brazil Succumbs to the Retail Apocalypse It Staved Off for Years

Though e-commerce reshaped retailing in the US and Europe even before the pandemic, a confluence of economic, financial and logistical circumstances kept the South American nation insulated from the trend until later.


Sustainability

Op-Ed | The Rise of the Unwasteful Brand

A profitable, multi-trillion dollar fashion industry populated with brands that generate minimal economic and environmental waste is within our reach, argues Lawrence Lenihan.

Sustainability

Op-Ed | The Rise of the Unwasteful Brand

A profitable, multi-trillion dollar fashion industry populated with brands that generate minimal economic and environmental waste is within our reach, argues Lawrence Lenihan.


China

Can H&M and Zara Compete with Chinese Rivals?

With consumers tightening their belts in China, the battle between global fast fashion brands and local high street giants has intensified.

China

Can H&M and Zara Compete with Chinese Rivals?

With consumers tightening their belts in China, the battle between global fast fashion brands and local high street giants has intensified.


Marketing

Temu and Shein Are the ‘Jaws’ of Digital Advertising

They can appear out of nowhere, abruptly send costs soaring and disappear just as quickly.

Marketing

Temu and Shein Are the ‘Jaws’ of Digital Advertising

They can appear out of nowhere, abruptly send costs soaring and disappear just as quickly.


Sustainability

What Would Happen if Fashion Were Taxed Like Cigarettes?

France is pressing ahead with a ‘game-changing’ bill that would impose a ‘sin tax’-style penalty on fast-fashion products as high as €10 per item by 2030.

Sustainability

What Would Happen if Fashion Were Taxed Like Cigarettes?

France is pressing ahead with a ‘game-changing’ bill that would impose a ‘sin tax’-style penalty on fast-fashion products as high as €10 per item by 2030.


Retail

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.

Retail

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.


Retail

How Shein’s US IPO Became Endangered by China Rift, Explained

Investors are watching to see if Shein can break through the impasse — and what it means for Chinese IPOs in the US if they fail.

Retail

How Shein’s US IPO Became Endangered by China Rift, Explained

Investors are watching to see if Shein can break through the impasse — and what it means for Chinese IPOs in the US if they fail.