Articles by Prachi Singh
Based in India, Prachi has been associated with FashionUnited for over a decade as freelance editor-finance. She did BA in English Literature from Goa University and then did a diploma in journalism from Xavier Institute of Communications, Bombay. After actively working for various publications in the fashion/apparel and textile space in India, she covers financial reporting, mergers & acquisitions and new appointments at FashionUnited.
Pepco Group's strong FY25 results validate return to clothing and general merchandise
Pepco Group N.V., the leading pan-European variety discount retailer, has reported a "real turning point" in its preliminary results for the 12 months ended 30 September 2025. Following the implementation of a new strategic framework in March 2025, the Group delivered strong financial performance driven by a return to its core model of clothing...
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UK retailer Footasylum enters Middle East market with Apparel Group
In a move that signals an evolution of its global growth strategy, leading UK-based footwear and sportswear retailer Footasylum has announced a strategic partnership with Apparel Group, the Dubai-headquartered retail conglomerate. The agreement is designed to accelerate Footasylum’s presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), marking the...
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Morleys Department Stores appoints Ray Clacher as new CEO
Morleys Department Stores has announced a significant shake-up of its senior leadership team as the historic retailer prepares for a new phase of growth. Ray Clacher has been appointed as the group’s new chief executive officer, effective January 5, 2026. Clacher, who most recently served as chief commercial officer at BrandAlley, brings an...
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Richemont UK reports significant increase in annual profit
Richemont UK Limited has reported a significant surge in profitability for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, with profit for the year reaching 21.67 million pounds, up from 8.73 million pounds in the previous year. The luxury goods distributor, which oversees the sale of jewellery, watches, and premium clothing across the UK and Ireland,...
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Levi Strauss strengthens board with appointment of Jeffrey J. Jones II
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) announced that its board of directors has appointed Jeffrey J. Jones II as its newest member, effective January 21, 2026. Upon joining, Jones will serve on both the nominating, governance and corporate citizenship committee and the compensation and human capital committee. The appointment comes as the iconic apparel...
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Bravissimo reports 79.3 million pounds revenue after Wacoal Europe acquisition
Bravissimo, a retailer specializing in lingerie, swimwear, and nightwear, underwent a significant change with the acquisition of its immediate parent company, Bravissimo Group Ltd, by Wacoal Europe on September 26, 2024. This acquisition resulted in a change in the accounting reference date to March 31, extending the current reporting period to...
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Stella McCartney reports widened loss amid revenue decline in 2024
Stella McCartney Ltd, the luxury fashion brand, reported a significantly increased loss for the year ended December 31, 2024, despite continued strategic efforts focused on sustainability and product innovation. The company's loss for the financial year widened to 33.59 million pounds in 2024, up from a loss of 24.68 million pounds in the prior...
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Silhouette elevates Kristin Kunkel as head of key accounts, e-commerce, and training
Silhouette, the largest independent and family-owned manufacturer of handcrafted luxury eyewear, announced a key promotion on December 15, 2025, appointing Kristin Kunkel as the new head of key accounts, e-commerce, and training for the U.S. sales team. In her expanded role, Kunkel will be responsible for overseeing strategic development and...
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Rent the Runway achieves 15.4 percent revenue growth in Q3 driven by subscriber increase
Rent the Runway, Inc. reported financial results for the fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2025, demonstrating execution on its multi-year transformation plan with significant strategic and operational milestones. Revenue grew 15.4 percent year-over-year to 87.6 million dollars, driven by subscriber growth, with ending active subscribers...
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Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald to step down amid U.S. challenges
Lululemon Athletica simultaneously announced its third quarter fiscal 2025 financial results and a major leadership transition, confirming that Calvin McDonald plans to step down as chief executive officer and a member of the board of directors, effective January 31, 2026. The board has commenced a comprehensive search for a new CEO. The...
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