Opening on February 22, 2025, in Tsim Sha Tsui's China Hong Kong City, the store offers over 10,000 items from 100+ Taobao sellers.

On February 5, 2025, Bloomberg reported that JD.com is in talks to acquire Ceconomy AG, aiming to expand into Europe.

The Iconic appointed Donna Player as an independent advisor. The Australian fashion veteran brings 30+ years of experience to support its rapid growth.

In 2024, Vinted enhanced transaction success rates by 4.15% through Checkout.com's AI-driven payment solutions, improving user engagement.

Mytheresa credits “big spenders” in the U.S. and Europe for its Q4 sales surge. CEO Michael Kliger highlights strong demand in bags and accessories, while China lags.

The store offers curated beauty products and over-the-counter medications, featuring brands like Eucerin and La Roche-Posay.

Farfetch's Q1 GMV rose 1.7% to $930.8M, but macro challenges hit margins. CEO José Neves remains focused on long-term growth, despite uncertainties in China and Russia.

Under Armour’s net revenue fell 5.7% to $1.4B in Q3, with e-commerce sales down 20%. CEO Kevin Plank plans to expand wholesale partnerships in 2025.

Vinted’s ‘Re~invinted’ campaign, launched on Feb 3, 2025, reveals second-hand shopper personas, while the platform also adds a new category for collectibles, broadening its marketplace beyond fashion.

Kurly launched a luxury shopping platform in Dec 2024, featuring 990 items from 30+ high-end brands. Other major players, including Coupang and Lotte On, are also expanding in this sector.

Berlin-based Flaconi aims for a 20% sales increase in 2025 by entering Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Italy, and the Czech Republic, as reported by Handelsblatt. CEO Bastian Siebers emphasizes leveraging their Berlin tech team and Halle logistics center for this growth.

Poshmark unveils Smart List AI, an AI-powered tool that reduces listing time by 48%. Available on iOS in the U.S. and Canada from February 2025.

Shein returns to India with Reliance Retail, five years after a ban. The app ensures full local control, boosting India’s textile sector.

The European Commission has sent Shein an RFI under the DSA, seeking data on illegal goods, algorithmic transparency, and consumer risks. Shein has until February 27 to respond.

StockX launches its first beauty product via DropX, featuring Revlon's Hot Girl Sunset Collection. The limited-edition set, priced from $40, drops July 28 at noon EST.

PLT reduces workforce at Manchester HQ; Frasers Group questions undisclosed $2.5M consultancy fees to founder's son, Umar Kamani.

In 2023/2024, INTERSPORT Germany achieved sales of $3.8B, maintaining its previous year's record despite economic downturns, as reported in their press release on January 28, 2025.

La Redoute+ will launch in Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain after its Swiss debut. The model boosts spending, with subscribers in France purchasing twice as often and spending three times more.

The second-hand luxury marketplace opened a facility in Tourcoing to process 10K+ daily shipments. It also launched its first fashion-focused ad campaign at Paris Fashion Week.

Mytheresa will rename itself LuxExperience following its YNAP acquisition. The rebranding, subject to approval, reflects its aim to be a top luxury digital group.

British apparel sales to the EU have dropped from £7.4B in 2019 to £2.7B in 2023, as reported by Retail Economics and Tradebyte.

OnBuy relocates HQ to London, opens a New York base, and reports £44M in Q4 sales, a 37% YoY jump. AI-driven tech and Google Cloud fuel global expansion.

Adidas Q4 sales surged 24% to $6.2B, while Puma grew 9.8%, missing expectations. Puma's profit fell 7.5%, as Adidas capitalized on retro styles and innovation.

Primark's Q1 revenues hit £3.36B, down 0.4% at exchange rates. UK/Ireland sales dropped 4%, but Spain/Portugal grew 9%, and the US rose 17% due to new stores.

Castorama Poland launches a marketplace adding 500K products. Kingfisher’s e-commerce strategy drives growth after success in the UK, France, and Spain.

Asos moves vintage and boutique sellers to its main site, promising a better shopping experience with features like 'Buy the Look' and increased traffic.

Zalando launched a $7.10/share takeover bid for ABOUT YOU, a 107% premium on its 3-month average. Almost 80% of shares secured; deal closes summer 2025.

A new polyester recycling plant launches in June 2025, with 3,000 tons of capacity, and $5.3M is pledged to Kenya’s textile recycling efforts.

Superdrug’s own brand sales and online growth drive record-breaking Christmas. Gift set sales soared, with one sold every second in December.

ASOS closes its Atlanta hub to cut losses, hit by Shein and Temu. Facing $231.9M costs, it shifts U.S. operations to save $12.4M yearly.

Catalyst Brands now oversees $9M revenue, 1,800 stores, and 60K employees. Former JCPenney CEO Marc Rosen leads the new powerhouse. Details from Jan. 8 merger.

Shein’s Cool Transfer Denim printing cut water use by 70.5% and saved 19,500 metric tons of water. It’s part of its push to innovate and reduce fashion’s footprint.

DM will launch an online pharmacy in mid-2025, selling OTC products previously exclusive to pharmacies. Shipments will originate from the Czech Republic to Germany.

Amazon will end its Try Before You Buy program on Jan. 31, citing AI-powered sizing tools and cost concerns. Free returns on apparel remain available for shoppers.

Wayfair plans to cut 730 jobs, 3% of its workforce, as it exits Germany. Savings will fund international markets, physical retail, and new initiatives.

FARO, a South African startup, raised $6M to refurbish surplus clothing, addressing global waste. Plans include 1,000 stores in 10 years, with AI boosting operations.

H&M relaunches its 6-story flagship on Huaihai Road, Shanghai, after a 2.5-year closure. This marks a bold move to regain market share in China post-2021 boycott.

Syte’s AI tech enhances Tally Weijl’s eCommerce, driving higher conversions and order values. It optimizes product discovery for seamless shopping experiences.

Macy’s will shutter 66 locations this year as part of its “Bold New Chapter” plan to modernize. Nine closures each in NY and CA, plus the Philadelphia flagship store, lead the list.

Zalando partners with Klarna to launch 'Pay in 3' in Austria, Denmark, Germany, Poland, and The Netherlands, extending flexible payment solutions across Europe in 2025.

About You's sales grew 1.3% to €559M in Q3, with €20.1M profit. The late Black Weekend shifted gains to next quarter. Zalando's takeover bid values About You at €1.2B.

Mytheresa and Zalando drive Germany’s rise in e-commerce. Mytheresa’s $4.3B luxury plan and Zalando’s $10.6B revenue lead the charge in 2025, shaping a new market leader.

The Russian court banned Shein's website after finding rainbow bracelets labeled as LGBTQ+ symbols. The ruling follows the nation's strict laws on "LGBT propaganda."

Shein's lawyer refused to confirm if products use Xinjiang cotton, angering UK MPs. Concerns over forced labor highlight the fast-fashion giant's supply chain.

THG shareholders backed the split of its Ingenuity platform into a £90M private company. The move simplifies THG’s business and allows Ingenuity to focus on cutting losses.

Inditex announces a strategic investment in Epoch Biodesign to boost sustainable enzymatic biorecycling. This move aligns with its commitment to circular fashion innovation.

Mexico’s crackdown on duty-free imports disrupts U.S. e-commerce. A new rule imposes tariffs up to 35% on apparel, forcing brands to rethink cross-border logistics.

Investors want Macy’s to spin off $5-$9B in real estate assets, consider Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury, aiming to boost shareholder value amid retail challenges.

Decathlon integrates Wedze into Quechua, aligning with a strategy to unify 80+ sports under 9 brands. This simplification aims for efficiency and focused expertise.