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Levi’s direct-to-consumer growth slowed to 2% as a marketing misstep around baggy jeans missed demand for low-rise styles, prompting a campaign shift despite an improved full-year earnings outlook.
Levi Strauss & Co. shares jump after its strongest growth in years, as robust full-price sales and demand from Gen Z help offset tariff pressures—though cautious U.S. outlook and leadership changes linger.
Apparel giants balanced tariff pressures with pricing power, DTC momentum and brand strength—showing denim and luxury gains even as activewear lagged.

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