Corporate/Finance: Page 28

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    Chico’s CEO out as brands join Sycamore holding company

    Molly Langenstein took over the top job four years ago amid slumping sales and a tumultuous period for the women’s apparel company.

    By Daphne Howland • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Legal fight between Chanel and What Goes Around Comes Around continues

    The French house accused the luxury reseller of false advertising and misleading use of Chanel’s trademarks.

    By • Jan. 8, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Fashion Dive

    Fashion faced its share of shakeups in the first half of 2025, but few industries are more adept at reinvention or more suited to change.

    By Fashion Dive staff
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    Chico’s joins Sycamore’s KnitWell Group

    Last year the private equity firm announced it would acquire the apparel conglomerate for $1 billion.

    By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2024
  • Models walk a wide outdoor runway in Paris with the Eiffel Tower in the background during the Stella McCartney Womenswear spring-summer 2024.
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    Stella McCartney losses narrow as company reports 23% revenue uptick

    The company said the improvement is in line with its “trajectory towards break-even.”

    By Lara Ewen • Jan. 5, 2024
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    Authentic lands licensing deal for DC Shoes

    BBC International will handle global design, wholesale distribution and sourcing for the skate brand, which Authentic acquired in the Boardriders portfolio.

    By • Jan. 5, 2024
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    4 brands heading into 2024 without creative directors

    After a carousel of designer comings and goings, a few high-profile vacancies remain as the new year begins.

    By • Jan. 3, 2024
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    Zulily goes out of business, plans to liquidate

    The retailer has entered an assignment for the benefit of creditors, an alternative to bankruptcy, after seven months under private equity ownership. 

    By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 3, 2024
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    Retrieved from Digital Brands Group on January 03, 2024
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    Digital Brands Group expects to earn $27M in revenue in 2024

    The company, which is undergoing a strategic review, said it is working to boost shareholder value.

    By • Updated Jan. 4, 2024
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    Retrieved from Wolverine Worldwide on December 21, 2023
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    Wolverine Worldwide appoints chief supply chain officer

    In the newly created role, Bishu Jayaram will be responsible for the footwear company’s sourcing, distribution and logistics.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    Renewcell secures $9.8M in short-term funding

    The new capital comes after the textile recycling firm reported underperforming Q3 sales.

    By • Dec. 21, 2023
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    Retrieved from Matchesfashion on December 20, 2023
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    Frasers Group acquires Matches in $65.9M deal

    The deal helps the U.K. conglomerate, which also owns Flannels, strengthen its position in the luxury market.

    By • Dec. 20, 2023
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    With website down, Zulily’s future in doubt

    The e-commerce retailer's website is currently "down for maintenance," following layoffs.

    By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 20, 2023
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    More Gildan Activewear shareholders call for CEO reinstatement

    Jarislowsky Fraser Ltd., reportedly the largest shareholder of the apparel company, is asking the board to dismiss its chairman following the decision.

    By • Dec. 19, 2023
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    Farfetch and Coupang deal has consequences for luxury, e-commerce: analysts weigh in

    The newly announced acquisition deal may signal a new path forward for the struggling platform, but challenges remain.

    By • Dec. 19, 2023
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    VF Corp. reports stolen data from cybersecurity incident

    The attack last week has impacted the apparel conglomerate’s ability to fulfill orders.

    By • Dec. 18, 2023
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    Farfetch to be acquired by Coupang in a $500M deal

    As a result, Farfetch will be delisted from the NYSE, and its agreement to buy YOOX Net-a-Porter from Richemont has been terminated.

    By • Dec. 18, 2023
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    2 Gildan Activewear shareholders call for CEO reinstatement

    After co-founder Glen Chamandy was ousted earlier this week, shareholders of the company are calling for changes.

    By • Dec. 15, 2023
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    Temu accuses Shein of ‘mafia-style intimidation,’ imprisonment and coercion in new lawsuit

    The complaint claims Shein made its fast fashion rival the target of malicious behavior intended to thwart Temu's success.

    By • Dec. 15, 2023
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    Farfetch gets Moody’s downgrade

    The financial firm gave the luxury e-commerce platform a rating of “poor standing” and “subject to very high credit risk” following the company’s cancellation of its Q3 earnings call.

    By • Dec. 13, 2023
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    Richemont announces new president and CEO of Chloé

    Laurent Malecaze, recently the top executive of Dunhill, will step into the role while Richemont seeks his replacement.

    By • Dec. 13, 2023
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    PVH names new president of Tommy Hilfiger North America and chief people officer

    The appointments come as the company works to boost profitability for its Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands.

    By • Dec. 13, 2023
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    Uniqlo plans more than 20 new stores in North America in 2024

    The Japan-based fast fashion company is expanding its retail presence in the U.S. and Canada and expects to have 200 locations open by 2027.

    By • Dec. 12, 2023
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    Why Macy’s investors reportedly offered $5.8B to take the department store private

    The company’s real estate, and not its retail operations, are likely motivating the offer, which the would-be suitors may be willing to increase.

    By Daphne Howland • Dec. 12, 2023
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    Gildan Activewear names new president and CEO

    Company co-founder Glenn Chamandy, the previous CEO, released a statement saying he was terminated without cause after 40 years with the firm.

    By • Dec. 11, 2023
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    Torrid Q3 net sales drop, swings to net loss

    The apparel and accessories brand updated its full-year guidance again and permanently appointed Paula Dempsey as its new CFO.

    By Dani James • Dec. 11, 2023