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Primark, H&M and Zalando join industry push for resale and repair tax reform

Major fashion retailers including Primark, H&M Group and Zalando are calling on governments to introduce tax reforms aimed at making resale and repair more commercially available. The move comes as nearly 70 fashion and textile organisations signed a joint statement coordinated by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, warning that current tax systems...

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West Marine files for bankruptcy, Rocky Brands and Luxottica among top creditors

The bankruptcy filing of US boating retailer West Marine, which recently sought Chapter 11 protection, has implicated several apparel companies. Rocky Brands, Kent Water Sports LLC, and Luxottica of America are listed among the retailer's top 30 unsecured creditors. Other brands sold by West Marine, such as Sperry, are reported to be less...

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French upcycler Losanje receives 6.7 million euro capital injection

French company Losanje, which specialises in textile upcycling, has secured a capital injection of 6.7 million euros (7.79 million dollars). Upcycling involves reusing existing materials to create a new product, such as making a bag from a pair of jeans. This process increases the value of the residual product, turning textile waste into a...

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Net-a-Porter facing strike action from London warehouse staff

Luxury e-tailer Net-a-Porter is facing a strike from 100 workers at its distribution centre in London. Deliveries are expected to be “savaged” due to the industrial action. The warehouse currently remains in operation, the company confirmed. The walk out, which was expected to take place between May 20 and 21, comes in response to the company’s...

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Dior: Delphine Arnault champions price caution to win back clientele

Delphine Arnault, chief executive officer of Dior, has announced a reassessment of the house's pricing policy for certain products, reports the Financial Times. The announcement was made at the Business of Luxury conference, organised by the British newspaper and held on Monday in Puglia. The head of the LVMH group's second-largest brand by...

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Marquee Brands signs agreement with Damac Group to acquire majority stake in Roberto Cavalli

Marquee Brands has announced a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Roberto Cavalli, through a strategic partnership with the Dubai-based Damac Group. Closing of the transaction is expected in the second quarter of 2026 The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, after which Damac Group will “remain a...

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Urban Outfitters records Q1 net sales of 1.48 billion dollars

US lifestyle products and services company Urban Outfitters, Inc. has announced that the total company net sales for the period increased 11.4 percent to 1.48 billion dollars. Net income reached a record 115.7 million dollars, with earnings per diluted share standing at 1.30 dollars. Total retail segment net sales increased 8 percent, with...

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TJX reports strong Q1 results exceeding expectations

Off-price apparel and home fashions retailer the TJX Companies (TJX), which is based in the US, has announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 ended May 2, 2026, delivering growth that exceeded internal plans. The corporate group reported a 9 percent increase in net sales to 14.32 billion dollars in the first quarter...

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Pepco Group's H1 results: revenue up 5 percent, profit after tax jumps 52.3 percent

Pepco Group N.V., a Dutch-registered, London-based holding company, has reported its unaudited interim results for the six-month period ended March 31, 2026, revealing substantial profit growth and an expansion of its retail footprint. The pan-European variety discount retailer delivered revenue of 2.47 billion euros (2.87 billion dollars),...

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Targeted turnaround: Saucony's EMEA VP on leveraging heritage for modern growth

Europe is currently experiencing a significant and enduring surge in running, fueled by factors like the post-pandemic focus on health, the emergence of Gen Z, and the increasing popularity of social run clubs. This robust trend offers an opportunity for brands with a heritage rooted in running. However, to harness this resurgence in a...

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How AI can support fashion companies

The modern fashion industry operates under constant strain, where traditional forecasting models frequently clash with unpredictable market realities. Siloed workflows, fragmented planning systems and a heavy reliance on manual processes mean that crucial information is often trapped in disconnected spreadsheets, tech packs and erratic...

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Pronovias enters administration for its sale to Cap Capital

Madrid – The pre-arranged steps for the swift acquisition of Pronovias by Cap Capital continue to be strictly followed. The leading global company in the bridal fashion sector has now been placed into administration. This is part of the “pre-pack” administration process that will conclude with its sale to the British investment group. According...