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Following a stellar year with over 30% growth, Alohas is bolstering its retail strategy: a second New York store is slated for spring, while the hunt is on for a new Madrid location. The U.S. now stands as its leading market.

The phased-out tariffs on apparel, resulting from the recent agreement, unlock significant opportunities for European companies in pivotal markets like Brazil, which have been largely overlooked by international players until now.

In a surprising move, Anta has emerged as a potential buyer for Kering, with a confirmed, yet undisclosed, offer on the table, fueling industry buzz and finance-backed assurances.

After two years of strategic execution, the American retail giant persists in its store closures. By 2025, 66 locations will shutter while 125 others with promising potential will see fresh investments. The goal is to maintain a streamlined portfolio of 350 stores.

Amid a broader restructuring initiative, the US athletic gear company has enlisted an ex-Frasers Group leader to oversee sales operations for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

American denim powerhouse has expanded its direct operations into Colombia via its Spanish subsidiary, raking in €31 million in its inaugural year in the Latin American market.

As the Asian nation grapples with a contested electoral process, its economy spirals downward and its textile industry crumbles. Ongoing repression, insecurity, and internal conflict continue to deter international fashion brands.

LVMH’s fashion house continues its executive shake-up, promoting from within as Charlotte Holman Ros steps up from the fragrance and beauty division to succeed Alexandra Winokur in the Americas.

LVMH-owned luxury brand unveils its largest boutique in Japan, marking its second-largest global presence, sprawling across more than 9,000 square feet and four exquisite floors.

The French company has unveiled its flagship store in Milan, marking its debut presence in the country. This launch is a key step in their global retail expansion, with plans to enter markets in the United States, China, South Korea, and Dubai.

The Irish low-cost behemoth has seen total sales rise by 1%, largely driven by new store openings. Yet, on a like-for-like basis, the chain saw a 2.7% decline, tempering its semi-annual revenue growth.

The UK-based department store group reports a 2.9% downturn in comparable fashion sales, attributing the decline to decreased street traffic and a cyberattack from earlier this year.

Uniqlo’s owner sees robust growth with a 33.87% leap in operating profit and double-digit increases in turnover during the initial quarter of the fiscal year.