Bondholders Approve Saks Global’s Five-Year Business Plan
Saks is moving towards exiting bankruptcy and tapped an additional $300 million of its Chapter 11 financing package.
Retail
Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.
Klarna, Backers Seek $1.27 Billion in IPO After Tariff Pause
The US IPO market is poised to continue a hot streak of recent activity into the coming months.
Klarna, Backers Seek $1.27 Billion in IPO After Tariff Pause
The US IPO market is poised to continue a hot streak of recent activity into the coming months.
This Week: Back to School for American Teens, Back to Work for European Luxury
For the first time in a while, kids will be wearing something other than Nikes when they arrive back on campus.
This Week: Back to School for American Teens, Back to Work for European Luxury
For the first time in a while, kids will be wearing something other than Nikes when they arrive back on campus.
How the End of the De Minimis Exemption Will Impact US Shoppers and Businesses
The Trump administration has ended duty-free imports for packages under $800, known as the de minimis exemption, likely leading to higher costs for US consumers as businesses increase prices.
How the End of the De Minimis Exemption Will Impact US Shoppers and Businesses
The Trump administration has ended duty-free imports for packages under $800, known as the de minimis exemption, likely leading to higher costs for US consumers as businesses increase prices.
Ssense: What Went Wrong
Tariffs were the immediate cause of the Montréal-based company’s decision to file for bankruptcy protection. But insiders tell BoF that the downfall was a long time coming as the online retailer’s formula for appealing to Gen-Z shoppers with indie fashion brands and constant markdowns lost its edge.
Ssense: What Went Wrong
Tariffs were the immediate cause of the Montréal-based company’s decision to file for bankruptcy protection. But insiders tell BoF that the downfall was a long time coming as the online retailer’s formula for appealing to Gen-Z shoppers with indie fashion brands and constant markdowns lost its edge.
Gap Drops After Tariffs’ Tolls and Athleta Weigh on Performance
Changes at the San Francisco-based company’s namesake brand and Old Navy seem to be working, but Banana Republic and Athleta haven’t bounced back as quickly.
Gap Drops After Tariffs’ Tolls and Athleta Weigh on Performance
Changes at the San Francisco-based company’s namesake brand and Old Navy seem to be working, but Banana Republic and Athleta haven’t bounced back as quickly.
Pop Mart’s New Mini Labubu Doll Sells Out Instantly in China
The robust demand in China bodes well for launches in major overseas markets including the US, Thailand and Australia, where the toys will be available online starting Friday morning.
Pop Mart’s New Mini Labubu Doll Sells Out Instantly in China
The robust demand in China bodes well for launches in major overseas markets including the US, Thailand and Australia, where the toys will be available online starting Friday morning.
Why Brands Started Taking TikTok Shop Seriously
In the last year, TikTok Shop’s sales have ballooned as startups and established labels alike latch onto the platform for sales growth. But sellers will need standout products and content to avoid getting lost in a crowded marketplace.
Why Brands Started Taking TikTok Shop Seriously
In the last year, TikTok Shop’s sales have ballooned as startups and established labels alike latch onto the platform for sales growth. But sellers will need standout products and content to avoid getting lost in a crowded marketplace.
Kohl’s Jumps on Outlook Boost in Sign of Consumer Resilience
The outlook lifted a day after Bloomberg reported the retailer had requested more time from vendors to settle invoices.
Kohl’s Jumps on Outlook Boost in Sign of Consumer Resilience
The outlook lifted a day after Bloomberg reported the retailer had requested more time from vendors to settle invoices.
UK Luggage Brand Antler Acquires Paravel in Liquidation Sale
The Strandbags-owned company is expanding its global portfolio by scooping up Paravel’s IP, betting on fashion-led branding and new categories to stand out in a crowded luggage market.
UK Luggage Brand Antler Acquires Paravel in Liquidation Sale
The Strandbags-owned company is expanding its global portfolio by scooping up Paravel’s IP, betting on fashion-led branding and new categories to stand out in a crowded luggage market.
Millennial Yoga Guru Sues Alo For Age Discrimination
One of the celebrity-favourite athleisure brand’s yoga instructors, now in her 40s, alleges she was let go for no longer conforming to the “Alo aesthetic.” Her case hinges on whether influencers like her are employees or private contractors.
Millennial Yoga Guru Sues Alo For Age Discrimination
One of the celebrity-favourite athleisure brand’s yoga instructors, now in her 40s, alleges she was let go for no longer conforming to the “Alo aesthetic.” Her case hinges on whether influencers like her are employees or private contractors.
A Chinese E-Commerce Glut Is Meeting Resistance in Latin America
The region is starting to tax the flood of cheap stuff from its lopsided trade partner.
A Chinese E-Commerce Glut Is Meeting Resistance in Latin America
The region is starting to tax the flood of cheap stuff from its lopsided trade partner.
How Fashion Is Navigating Its Summer of Scandal
American Eagle, Adidas and Swatch are among the companies that have found themselves at the centre of controversies. Crisis management experts explain why this keeps happening, and how brands should respond.
How Fashion Is Navigating Its Summer of Scandal
American Eagle, Adidas and Swatch are among the companies that have found themselves at the centre of controversies. Crisis management experts explain why this keeps happening, and how brands should respond.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Trump Signs Order to Combat Fraudulent ‘Made in America’ Labels, White House Says
The executive order directs the FTC chairman to prioritise enforcement of existing laws against sellers and manufacturers who falsely claim products are made in America.
Zalando Forecasts 2026 Profit Jump Driven by AI Boost
The European retailer forecast a rise in full-year adjusted operating profit and announced a share buyback, citing the productivity and cost-saving benefits of AI.
Zara-Owner Inditex Shows Resilience With Strong Start to Its Year
The Spanish retailer registered robust sales growth at the start of its current fiscal year in the face of weakening consumer sentiment that’s hitting many of its peers.
Hugo Boss Profit, Sales Beat Estimates Amid Turnaround Effort
The German designer brand reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results driven by its strategy to close stores and revamp its offerings.
Saks Global to Shut 15 More Stores as Part of Restructuring
The luxury retailer, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, will close more stores as it tries to cut losses and focus on more profitable, higher-end locations.
Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
Fashion Startup Founder Pleads Guilty in $300 Million Fraud
Christine Hunsicker admitted she falsified financial statements to promote CaaStle Inc. as a valuable, growing business when in reality it was struggling.