Retail

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    Stores veteran departs as Saks Global further streamlines operations

    Larry Bruce, who was at Neiman Marcus for nearly a decade before jumping to Saks Fifth Avenue in 2003, is leaving the luxury conglomerate.

    By Daphne Howland • June 27, 2025
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    How ditching Pride now could hurt brands later

    Some retailers that once wholeheartedly celebrated and supported the LGBTQ+ community have pulled away. What if they want to rejoin the party?

    By Daphne Howland • June 26, 2025
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    Mango partners with Circulose for recycled fiber

    The deal will help the fast fashion retailer expand its use of lower impact fibers and build on its sustainability efforts.

    By • June 25, 2025
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    Luxury consumers are increasingly cautious about spending

    Macroeconomic uncertainty and market volatility have dampened the enthusiasm of even the most well-heeled shoppers, according to the latest Saks Global Luxury Pulse survey.

    By • June 25, 2025
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    GapStudio releases summer collection

    The Zac Posen-designed line is part of Gap Inc.’s broader strategy of driving cultural relevance.

    By • June 23, 2025
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    Lululemon to lay off 150 corporate staff amid struggles in North America

    Inventory at the athleisure giant is piling up as newer entrants in the space take share and as sales in its largest market are slowing.

    By Daphne Howland • June 23, 2025
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    Authentic brings Sperry back to UK and Ireland

    The deal with Gardiner Bros is part of an expanded global distribution strategy that includes the hire of a former Amazon executive to lead marketplaces.

    By • June 20, 2025
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    "Bergdorf Goodman" by ajay_suresh is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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    Saks Global says it’s back on track with vendors, won’t close stores

    The company told BMO Capital Markets it has mostly repaired supplier relationships, though luxury brands tell other analysts its ability to pay remains a top concern.

    By Daphne Howland • June 16, 2025
  • A large sign in light pink block capital letters says "Pink," just above a smaller sign in darker pink that says "Victoria's Secret."
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    Victoria’s Secret expects $10M hit to Q2 operating income from cybersecurity breach

    Newly arrived marketing chief Elizabeth Preis has been tasked with customer acquisition as the lingerie giant continues to lose market share.

    By Daphne Howland • June 13, 2025
  • A general view of the exterior of the branch of retailer Marks and Spencer at Westfield White City on October 20, 2020 in London, England. Marks & Spencer said customer data was accessed in an April 2025 cyberattack.
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    Marks & Spencer restores some online-order operations following cyberattack

    The department store chain was one of the first targets in an international spree of attacks that disrupted retailers.

    By David Jones • June 11, 2025
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    Rebag joins forces with Luxury Stores at Amazon

    The accessories reseller will offer preowned pieces from brands such as Hermès, Rolex and Cartier, while the e-commerce giant will provide free shipping.

    By • Updated June 13, 2025
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    Not a trend: Why plus-size fashion is worth the investment

    Models on runways may be thin, but plus-size customers still represent an underserved majority.

    By Lauren Schenkman • June 9, 2025
  • A mall entrance to a clothing store named "Torrid."
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    Torrid to close as many as 180 stores, 30% of its fleet

    The plus-size apparel retailer already keeps about 60% of sales and customers from shuttered locations, and plans to invest in retention efforts. 

    By Daphne Howland • June 9, 2025
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    Authentic extends Boardriders Japan partnership

    The expanded agreement adds outdoor sports brands Volcom and Spyder to an existing stable of managed retail labels including Quiksilver and Billabong.

    By • June 5, 2025
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    Courtesy of Duncan Wolfe for Gap x Malbon
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    Gap partners with Malbon Golf

    The 33-piece collection will offer men’s and women’s preppy basics along with an ad campaign featuring PGA winner Jesper Parnevik.

    By • June 4, 2025
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    Old Navy shows off activewear with Lindsay Lohan in ‘80s-inspired spot

    The Gap brand, which reported a ninth consecutive quarter of market share gains, is now the No. 5 player in the active category.

    By Chris Kelly • June 4, 2025
  • An aerial view of a Skechers store in the mall.
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    Skechers sued by investor group over go-private deal

    A lawsuit alleges the footwear giant violated federal securities law by failing to disclose important information to shareholders.

    By • June 3, 2025
  • A Saks storefront in Chicago.
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    Saks Global rescues its holiday with $350M in new financing

    Without the infusion, the luxury department store company would struggle to pay vendors ahead of the critical season, analysts say.

    By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2025
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    Gap Inc. braces for as much as $300M in tariff-related costs

    As import levies threaten the apparel retailer’s momentum, including a potential $150 million hit to margins, executives said pricing won’t change.

    By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2025
  • A black store banner reads "Victoria's Secret."
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    Victoria’s Secret shuts down website in response to security incident

    Although stores are open, the company has also halted some in-store services as it works to fully restore operations. 

    By Kaarin Moore • May 30, 2025
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    Consumers rate quality over politics: report

    Shoppers care about a brand’s values but also look for consistent messaging, durability and affordability, according to Kearney Consumer Institute.

    By • May 29, 2025
  • A Nike storefront at The Grove shopping center in Los Angeles, California.
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    Nike to return to Amazon, raise prices

    The sportswear giant will sell on the U.S. site after six years away. Meanwhile, prices are going up for many of its footwear products.

    By Cara Salpini • May 28, 2025
  • Models stand on a filigree staircase and applaud as more models and designer Ralph Lauren looks on from a balcony.
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    Ralph Lauren revenue exceeds expectations

    The company posted sales growth in every region, with Europe up 12% and China up more than 20%.

    By • May 22, 2025
  • A display window below a blank banner that reads "Victoria's Secret" and contains three photos: A closeup portrait of a person's face, a perfume bottle, and a zoomed out portrait of the person.
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    Victoria’s Secret adopts poison pill to halt hostile takeover

    The maneuver is in response to the “substantial accumulation” of shares by investment firm BBRC International, which just launched its own lingerie brand.

    By Kaarin Moore • May 22, 2025
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    Urban Outfitters’ in-store experiential concept goes after Gen Z — first with Nike

    The apparel retailer debuted the On Rotation concept as a way to fuel discovery shaped by the generation’s favorite brands. 

    By Kaarin Moore • May 21, 2025