Financial News: Page 28


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    Shein reportedly files for IPO

    The fast-fashion giant had reportedly been eyeing the move all year, while it has faced scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers over its supply chain practices.

    By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 28, 2023
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    Foxtrot and Dom’s Kitchen announce merger

    The upscale convenience store brand plans to combine with the local grocer that has a similar reputation for innovative foodservice and store designs.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 28, 2023
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    Urban Outfitters’ Nuuly rental business turns a profit in Q3

    In addition to a swing into the black with $300,000 in operating profit, sales soared 86% at the unit, which also offers some resale.

    By Nov. 27, 2023
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    Abercrombie & Fitch sales jump 20% in Q3

    The company’s namesake brand posted 30% growth, while Hollister was up 11%. Now it’s a question of sustaining that momentum, analysts said.

    By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 27, 2023
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    Dick’s sales rise 3%, buoyed by strong back-to-school season

    It could be a good indicator of holiday performance, but that season is “very distinct” from the summer sales event and involve a wider group of competitors.

    By Nov. 22, 2023
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    Men’s skin care brand Disco shuts down amid bankruptcy

    The company filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy last week after its debt provider foreclosed on it, according to a LinkedIn post from founder Benjamin Smith.

    By Dani James • Nov. 22, 2023
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    Nordstrom pushes Rack expansion as full-line fleet contracts

    Analysts question the emerging dependence on an off-price business that is struggling to compete in an otherwise thriving segment.

    By Nov. 22, 2023
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    Kim Kardashian’s firm acquires minority stake in Truff

    The investment is the first for private equity arm Skky Partners as it looks to cash in on growing demand for spicy, unique condiments.

    By Chris Casey • Nov. 22, 2023
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    Best Buy sales fall 8% as electronics demand stumbles

    The retailer lowered its guidance as a result of consumer uncertainty, but CEO Corie Barry said the sector should stabilize next year.

    By Nov. 21, 2023
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    Kohl’s CEO shifts focus back to stores: ‘The digital business is really what’s bringing us down’

    The department store notched more declines in Q3. But store comps were stronger, thanks in part to its Sephora partnership, and margins grew.

    By Nov. 21, 2023
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    Rocking the boat shoe: Sperry’s search for a lifeline

    Wolverine is looking to unload its 88-year-old lifestyle footwear brand, but finding the right buyer is a hard sell.

    By Lara Ewen • Nov. 20, 2023
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    Odele secures private equity investment

    The hair care brand snagged capital from Stride Consumer Partners, with its three co-founders retaining a majority stake.

    By Dani James • Nov. 17, 2023
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    Old Navy regains momentum in Q3 as Gap Inc. shows signs of recovery

    But Athleta's promise as a growth engine seems further away as both sales and comps plunged nearly 20%.

    By Nov. 17, 2023
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    Walmart thinking ‘more cautiously’ about the consumer amid volatile sales trends

    CFO John David Rainey warned of “somewhat uneven” sales, which led to softness at the end of October, but noted things looked better in November.

    By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Macy’s defies expectations in Q3 as margins improve

    Sales fell and profits plummeted as customers remain cautious about spending, but the department store's report wasn’t as bad as many feared.

    By Nov. 16, 2023
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    Digital Brands Group Q3 sales rise while net loss, expenses grow

    The company — which is currently exploring strategic alternatives — operates a portfolio of brands including Sundry and Stateside. 

    By Dani James • Nov. 16, 2023
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    The Body Shop sold to private equity

    The deal marks the second sale this year for parent company Natura & Co., which sold Aesop to L’Oréal this spring. 

    By Nov. 16, 2023
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    Bed Bath & Beyond’s new CEO exited. Now what?

    Jonathan Johnson bet it all on the home retailer, rebranding Overstock in the process. Then activists called for his ouster.

    By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Target CEO touts ‘meaningful improvement’ in profits even as revenue falls 4.2%

    The retailer said easing inflation could bring shoppers back to discretionary categories as it adds updated merchandise for the holiday season.

    By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 15, 2023
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    On’s net sales jump 46.5% in Q3 as it plans to slow wholesale expansion

    The athletics brand saw DTC net sales increase 54.6% and raised its full-year outlook again to project an annual growth rate of over 46%.

    By Dani James • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Home Depot narrows guidance as sales fall 3%

    Net earnings at the home improvement retailer tumbled 12% in the quarter and big-ticket purchases were down year over year.

    By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Beyond Meat in ‘survival mode’ with going-concern risk a possibility, analyst says

    A TD Cowen report pointed to troubling signs for the plant-based pioneer, including rising debt levels and struggles to attract and retain consumers.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Luxury furniture rental company Vesta acquires Fernish and Feather

    The three companies will operate as separate brands under one banner, “Showroom,” which will continue to seek out additional acquisitions.

    By Nov. 13, 2023
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    Grove Collaborative’s DTC active customers decline amid profitability focus

    Operating expenses dropped 38.5% in Q3 and the company's new CEO Jeff Yurcisin told Retail Dive that reining in marketing spend is the right long-term decision. 

    By Dani James • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Purple Q3 revenue drops on ‘soft demand,’ lowers full-year guidance again

    The mattress company saw net revenue decrease 2% year over year, with a decline in its direct-to-consumer channels while wholesale grew.

    By Dani James • Nov. 10, 2023