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Kering CEO Luca de Meo reaffirmed Italy’s central role in the group’s manufacturing strategy while signaling a broader supply-chain overhaul.
The retailer is leaning harder into value as higher gas prices and broader cost pressures make U.S. shoppers more cautious heading into the holidays.
Shein’s profit plunged as higher freight costs and weaker sales in Europe and the U.S. squeezed margins, pushing the fast-fashion giant to rethink its logistics and product mix.
Fashion’s next chapter won’t be defined by one dominant trend, but by competing forces unfolding at once.
H&M’s third-quarter profit beat expectations, but the improvement was driven partly by one-off tariff refunds while sales growth remained subdued.
Luxury fashion is facing a worsening slowdown as weaker consumer demand, inflationary pressures, and shifting spending priorities challenge brands’ growth and pricing strategies.
H&M’s founding Persson family is steadily increasing its ownership as the retailer’s turnaround continues to face weak sales growth and intense competition.
As algorithms, historical data and AI increasingly shape fashion decisions, brands risk creating a sea of sameness—making creativity, individuality and meaningful physical experiences the next competitive advantage.
On is targeting nearly double its 2025 sales by 2029 as it pushes further into apparel and new sports, while its first $1 billion buyback signals confidence in the growth plan.
Crocs, HEYDUDE, SKIMS and PacSun are combining hero products, creators, live shopping, exclusives and platform campaigns to win on TikTok Shop.

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