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.
Burberry strengthens executive team with key appointments
Burberry has announced the appointments of Matteo Calonaci as chief operating and supply chain officer and Johnattan Leon as chief customer officer, effective immediately. Both executives will join the executive committee and report directly to CEO Joshua Schulman. Calonaci, previously senior vice president of strategy and transformation, will...
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Watches of Switzerland delivers H1 revenues increase of 10 percent
The Watches of Switzerland Group PLC announced a strong first-half performance for fiscal year 2026, delivering 10 percent growth in Group revenue at constant currency to 845 million pounds, with statutory profit before tax surging 50 percent to 61 million pounds. The primary engine of this growth was the robust U.S. market, where revenue jumped...
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Centric Brands bolsters kids fashion segment with Vingino acquisition
Centric Brands LLC, a leading global lifestyle brand collective, has acquired the Vingino Group, an international children's fashion and lifestyle label known for its design-led approach and strong denim heritage. The acquisition is set to significantly strengthen Centric’s international Kids division by leveraging Vingino’s operational...
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Nike overhauls executive team to streamline operations
Nike, Inc. announced a series of major senior leadership changes aimed at streamlining operations, accelerating decision-making and strengthening the company’s connection to consumers and athletes. In a note to employees, president and CEO Elliott Hill said the restructuring is designed to “remove layers” and position Nike to operate as a more...
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American Eagle posts strong Q3 driven by Aerie and marketing campaigns
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. reported strong third-quarter results for the period ended November 1, 2025, delivering record revenue and a marked improvement in profitability as strategic actions across merchandising, marketing and operations gained traction. The company said the momentum was amplified by the success of its recent...
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Urban Outfitters achieves double-digit revenue and earnings growth
Urban Outfitters, Inc. reported record quarterly and year-to-date results as strong consumer demand across its retail, subscription, and wholesale segments propelled double-digit revenue and earnings growth. For the three months ended October 31, 2025, the company posted net income of 116.4 million dollars, or 1.28 dollars per diluted share,...
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Bluestar Alliance renews Dickies’ licensing agreement with Atomic for ANZ
Bluestar Alliance has announced a new licensing agreement with Atomic Fashion Marketing for its recently acquired workwear brand Dickies, strengthening the brand’s presence across Australia and New Zealand. The partnership marks a continuation of a long-standing relationship between Dickies and Atomic, which has served as the brand’s flagship...
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Guess Q3: Revenue up, net earnings positive ahead of delisting
Guess, Inc. reported a strong third-quarter performance for the period ended November 1, 2025, posting higher revenue and a return to profitability even as it moves toward a proposed take-private transaction with Authentic Brands Group. Chief executive officer Carlos Alberini said the company delivered encouraging results, citing 7 percent...
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Movado Group Q3: Improved sales and profitability amid tariff concerns
Movado Group, Inc. delivered higher sales, stronger margins and improved profitability despite continued tariff pressures for the third quarter ended October 31, 2025. Net sales rose 3.1 percent to 186.1 million dollars, driven by growth in licensed brands and company stores, even as owned brands moderated. U.S. net sales increased 6.9 percent,...
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Technology and investment expert Ivan Brockman joins to Vera Bradley board
Vera Bradley, Inc. has strengthened its leadership ranks with the appointment of Ivan Brockman to its board of directors, effective November 17, 2025, as the company continues to advance its strategic transformation. Executive chairman Ian Bickley welcomed the appointment, noting Brockman’s “three decades of experience advising senior management...
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