Articles by Prachi Singh
Based in India, Prachi has been associated with FashionUnited for over a decade as freelance editor-finance. She did BA in English Literature from Goa University and then did a diploma in journalism from Xavier Institute of Communications, Bombay. After actively working for various publications in the fashion/apparel and textile space in India, she covers financial reporting, mergers & acquisitions and new appointments at FashionUnited.
LuxExperience reports FY26 results with accelerated growth trajectory
Dutch-based digital luxury group LuxExperience B.V. announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending June 30, 2026. The platform achieved group net sales of 653.6 million euros (750 million dollars) in the fourth quarter, representing a 7.6 percent increase excluding foreign exchange effects or 6.1 percent on a...
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Catherine So joins Capri Holdings as chief legal and sustainability officer
Global fashion luxury group Capri Holdings has appointed Catherine So as chief legal and sustainability officer, effective October 19, 2026. So will report directly to John D. Idol, chairman and chief executive officer of Capri Holdings. So joins Capri Holdings from US jewellery brand Tiffany & Co., where she most recently served as senior vice...
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Nike adds Alexandre Arnault to board for digital transformation and growth
sports giant Nike has appointed Alexandre Arnault to its board of directors, effective immediately. Arnault currently serves as deputy chief executive officer of Moët Hennessy, the wines and spirits division of French luxury conglomerate LVMH, a position he has held since February 2025. “Alexandre has earned a reputation for helping iconic...
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Amer Sports reiterates five-year financial targets ahead of investor day
US brand portfolio group Amer Sports, host of an Investor Day on September 17, 2026, in Annecy, France, has updated its long-term financial algorithm and third quarter 2026 outlook. Ahead of the event, chief executive officer James Zheng noted that the group's portfolio continues to deliver strong financial results across all three operating...
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JD.com appoints Zarina Kanji as director of European direct sourcing
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has appointed Zarina Kanji as director of European direct sourcing, based in London. Kanji announced the appointment through a post on professional network LinkedIn. In her new role, she will lead the direct sourcing of European brands to expand sales to the platform’s active consumer base in China. Her primary...
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Golden Goose H1 revenue growth driven by D2C momentum
Italian luxury footwear label Golden Goose Group has recorded a 15 percent revenue increase for the first six months ended June 30, 2026. Net revenues reached 380.4 million euros (439.5 million dollars), driven by momentum in its direct-to-consumer (D2C) channels. Adjusted EBITDA grew 9 percent YoY to 122.9 million euros, maintaining an adjusted...
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Kirsten Green joins Gap board, bringing venture capital expertise
US specialty apparel retailer Gap Inc. has appointed Kirsten Green to its board of directors, effective immediately. Green is the founder and managing partner of US venture capital firm Forerunner. Since launching the firm in 2012, she has led investments in over 100 early-stage to scaling companies, including Warby Parker, Dollar Shave Club and...
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Rent the Runway records 20.8 percent revenue growth, appoints new CEO
US fashion platform Rent the Runway, Inc. (Rent the Runway) has reported a 20.8 percent increase in total revenue to 97.70 million dollars for the second quarter ended July 31, 2026, compared to 80.90 million dollars in the second quarter of fiscal 2025. The company stated that the performance represents an all-time high revenue for the...
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Leadership change at Mountain Hardwear: Peter Rauch takes helm
Columbia Sportswear Company has appointed Peter Rauch as the new president of its technical outdoor brand Mountain Hardwear. Rauch currently serves as the general manager of Columbia Brand North America. He will assume the role on September 28, 2026. Rauch brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience across the Columbia family of brands....
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Dr Martens names Katie Morton global customer director
British footwear brand Dr Martens has announced the appointment of Katie Morton as global customer director. Morton will officially join the business on October 26, 2026, reporting directly to chief brand officer Carla Murphy. In her new role, Morton will be responsible for strengthening the company's consumer-centric approach globally. She will...
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