In an impressive turnaround, British footwear and handbag retailer Kurt Geiger reported a remarkable 9.4 percent increase in sales for the year ending January 2024, showcasing the brand’s resilience amid challenging conditions for the retail sector as a whole. This growth is not just a blip in an otherwise troubled market; it signals a strategic […]
This Week: Retail Earnings Get Messy
This week, retail giants such as Gap, Abercrombie, and Lululemon are revealing their earnings amid rising anxiety about a slowdown in consumer spending. The retail sector is navigating tempestuous waters, as reports show a concerning trend of weaker sales, adjusted year-end forecasts, and expectations for more aggressive discounting strategies. Recent performance by companies like Macy’s […]
The Debrief Podcast | How Tweens Took Over the Beauty Aisle
The beauty industry is witnessing a noteworthy shift as tweens become a dominant force in the market, influencing trends and driving sales like never before. This transformation can be traced back to the emergence of the “Sephora tweens,” a term that describes the younger generation, specifically members of Gen Alpha, born between 2010 and 2024, […]
