Pepkor Expands Its Reach: Acquiring Four Brands to Access 462 African Stores In a strategic move to solidify its position as Africa’s largest apparel retailer, Pepkor Holdings Ltd. has announced its acquisition of clothing and homeware brands from Retailability Proprietary Ltd. This bold decision will not only bolster Pepkor’s portfolio but also grant the company […]
This Week: Is H&M’s Turnaround Working?
Is H&M’s Turnaround Gaining Momentum? H&M, one of the leading fast fashion retailers globally, has been on a mission to revamp its image and regain lost ground in the highly competitive retail industry. The company is set to release its first-quarter results this week, offering a glimpse into whether its turnaround efforts are proving successful. […]
Apparel Retailer Guess Gets Take-Private Offer From WHP Global
Guess Receives Take-Private Offer From WHP Global: What This Means for the Apparel Retailer Guess, the renowned apparel retailer, recently found itself in the spotlight as it received a take-private offer from WHP Global. The news sent shockwaves through the industry, with Guess shares surging over 30 percent in early trading on Monday. This unexpected […]
Shein Stays Committed to IPO
Shein Stays Committed to IPO Shein, the renowned fast fashion retailer, is making headlines once again as it stands firm in its decision to pursue an Initial Public Offering (IPO). The executive chairman of the company recently emphasized that going public is not just a strategic business move but a crucial step towards fostering public […]
Inditex Meets Fourth-Quarter Sales Forecast
Inditex Meets Fourth-Quarter Sales Forecast Inditex, the global fashion giant behind brands like Zara and Pull&Bear, recently released its sales figures for the fourth quarter, and the results are in. Despite a challenging retail environment, the company managed to meet its sales forecast, albeit with a slight slowdown in growth. From February 1 to March […]
Mango Adapting to US Tariffs, CEO Says
Mango CEO Toni Ruiz Stands Firm Against US Tariffs, Vows to Maintain Prices Mango, the renowned Spanish fashion retailer, is facing the heat of the US tariffs. However, CEO Toni Ruiz has boldly declared that the company has no intention of raising prices to counteract the tariff effects. This strategic decision, although potentially detrimental to […]
Mango’s Sales Rise 8% in 2024
Mango’s Sales Rise 8% in 2024: A Result of Strategic International Expansion Mango, the renowned Spanish fashion retailer, has recently made headlines with an impressive 8% increase in sales for the year 2024. The company reported a total revenue of 3.33 billion euros ($3.62 billion), marking a significant milestone in its journey towards global success. […]
Abercrombie & Fitch Deepens Retail Gloom With Tepid Forecast, Shares
Abercrombie & Fitch Faces Challenges in the Retail Landscape Abercrombie & Fitch, a renowned name in the fashion retail industry, has recently painted a somber picture for its future. The company has forecasted weaker annual sales growth, sending ripples of concern through the market. This announcement comes hand in hand with a warning of softer […]
Foot Locker Outlook Weighed Down by Discounts, Weak Demand
Foot Locker Struggles with Lower Earnings Forecast Due to Weak Demand and Increased Competition Foot Locker, a prominent athletic footwear and apparel retailer, is facing a challenging outlook as it grapples with lower-than-expected earnings projections for the year. The company recently announced that it anticipates a decline in profits, pointing to several key factors that […]
OTB’s Annual Sales Fall 4% Despite Growth at Diesel and Margiela
OTB Struggles with 4% Sales Decline Despite Success Stories at Diesel and Margiela Italian fashion conglomerate OTB, known for its renowned brands such as Diesel, Jil Sander, Maison Margiela, Marni, and Viktor&Rolf, faced a challenging year in 2024. Despite individual success stories within the group, OTB reported a 4.4% decline in turnover, amounting to €1.8 […]