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2026 fashion industry outlook

As the industry prepares for 2026, foresight is essential in this rapidly evolving global environment. This exclusive report provides professionals with the critical data required for strategic decisions. It features the definitive 2026 Apparel Industry Economic Outlook, the crucial AW 26/27 Trend Report, deep dives into evolving consumer...

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1. 2026 Apparel industry economic outlook

Fashion industry braces for shifting rules and low growth The global fashion industry is navigating a fundamentally new reality in 2026, characterized by persistent macroeconomic volatility, redrawn trade maps, and rapid technological disruption. Executives are seeking clarity amidst systemic shifts that demand heightened agility and disciplined...

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Thanksgiving weekend sees record numbers as promotions sway consumers

A record number of shoppers were reported to have turned out for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, as compelling promotions and an extended five-day window encouraged engagement. The National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual consumer survey, released alongside Prosper Insights & Analytics, recorded 202.9 million consumers across Thanksgiving Day...

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Nextil welcomes Maxum to capital structure, launches circular fashion vertical NextGreen

Madrid – Nextil Group continues its journey towards growth and improved profitability. The Spanish textile multinational has announced a new strategic agreement with US-based Maxum International Group. This binding partnership strengthens existing ties between the two companies. It guarantees support for the launch and growth of NextGreen, a new...

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Q3 2025 apparel industry review: landscape of polarisation and protectionism

The third quarter of 2025 has revealed a fashion industry defined by sharp polarisation. While the overall sentiment remains one of cautious resilience, a distinct bifurcation has emerged between the struggling luxury sector and the thriving performance and value segments. As executives navigate a ""new normal"" of turbulence, the industry is...

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Apparel companies posting strong performance in Q3 2025

The third quarter of 2025 highlighted a distinct divergence in the global fashion industry. While traditional luxury giants faced headwinds, sportswear innovators, value-driven retailers, and specific premium brands delivered exceptional financial results. Companies like On Holding, Aritzia, and Amer Sports defied macroeconomic pressures,...

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Companies reporting sales and profit drops in Q3 2025

The third quarter of 2025 exposed deep fissures within the global fashion industry, characterized by a marked contraction in the luxury sector and ongoing volatility for mid-market retailers. A combination of cooling demand in China, a pullback by aspirational consumers in the US, and the disruptive impact of new trade tariffs created a...

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Apparel technology investments and innovation in Q3 2025

Based on the research data for Q3 2025, here is the list of companies that invested in technology and innovation, ranging from Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics to material science and digital platforms. Fashion & Retail Brands • Bestseller: Led a 20 million dollar funding round for Softwear Automation to commercialize autonomous sewing...

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Executive summary of apparel companies results Q3 2025

Based on the reports published in or about the third quarter of 2025, here is a summary of the performance of individual companies: A.k.a. Brands • Q2: Reported net sales of 160.5 million dollars, a 7.8 percent increase driven by US growth. However, net loss widened to 3.6 million dollars. • Outlook: Lowered full-year forecast due to tariff...

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Strategic mergers and acquisitions in Q3 2025

The third quarter of 2025 was characterized by aggressive consolidation and strategic realignment within the global fashion industry. Navigating a volatile macroeconomic landscape marked by tariff uncertainties, major players leveraged strong balance sheets to secure growth through high-stakes mergers and acquisitions. The quarter featured...

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Black Friday 2025: How EU and US brands are reshaping discount strategies

As the 2025 holiday season approaches, fashion retailers throughout the EU and US are moving into a discounting period defined by caution, compressed shopping calendars and tighter margins. Despite improved consumer sentiment, data platforms like Deloitte and PwC are projecting a year-over-year decline in holiday spending, pushing brands to...

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Despite doubts over economy, Americans set for record holiday spending

Americans are expected to spend a record amount over the holiday season, despite lingering worries in the world's biggest economy about stubborn inflation, tariffs and the knock-on effects of the government shutdown. "Consumers remain pretty concerned about inflation and, there's no doubt, about where prices are going," Mark Mathews, chief...