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.
Golden Goose H1 revenue growth driven by D2C momentum
Italian luxury footwear label Golden Goose Group has recorded a 15 percent revenue increase for the first six months ended June 30, 2026. Net revenues reached 380.4 million euros (439.5 million dollars), driven by momentum in its direct-to-consumer (D2C) channels. Adjusted EBITDA grew 9 percent YoY to 122.9 million euros, maintaining an adjusted...
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Kirsten Green joins Gap board, bringing venture capital expertise
US specialty apparel retailer Gap Inc. has appointed Kirsten Green to its board of directors, effective immediately. Green is the founder and managing partner of US venture capital firm Forerunner. Since launching the firm in 2012, she has led investments in over 100 early-stage to scaling companies, including Warby Parker, Dollar Shave Club and...
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Rent the Runway records 20.8 percent revenue growth, appoints new CEO
US fashion platform Rent the Runway, Inc. (Rent the Runway) has reported a 20.8 percent increase in total revenue to 97.70 million dollars for the second quarter ended July 31, 2026, compared to 80.90 million dollars in the second quarter of fiscal 2025. The company stated that the performance represents an all-time high revenue for the...
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Leadership change at Mountain Hardwear: Peter Rauch takes helm
Columbia Sportswear Company has appointed Peter Rauch as the new president of its technical outdoor brand Mountain Hardwear. Rauch currently serves as the general manager of Columbia Brand North America. He will assume the role on September 28, 2026. Rauch brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience across the Columbia family of brands....
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Dr Martens names Katie Morton global customer director
British footwear brand Dr Martens has announced the appointment of Katie Morton as global customer director. Morton will officially join the business on October 26, 2026, reporting directly to chief brand officer Carla Murphy. In her new role, Morton will be responsible for strengthening the company's consumer-centric approach globally. She will...
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G-III Apparel Group ends distribution alliance with AWWG in Spain and Portugal
US-based fashion company G-III Apparel Group (G-III) will directly assume control of its brand operations across Spain and Portugal starting December 31, 2026, ending its distribution alliance with All We Wear Group (AWWG). Under the transition agreement, the New York-based group will manage operations, sales, and retail relationships for DKNY,...
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THG posts 7.2 percent revenue increase in first half of 2026
UK e-commerce group THG PLC (THG) has announced its interim financial results for the half-year ended June 30, 2026, recording a 7.2 percent increase in group revenue on a continuing constant currency (CCY) basis to 828.7 million pounds (1,123 million dollars). Revenue reached 828.7 million pounds on a statutory basis, up 5.8 percent compared to...
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ABF Q4 trading update: Primark demerger progress and financial outlook
UK-based conglomerate Associated British Foods (ABF) has issued a trading update for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026 ended September 12, 2026, revealing that group adjusted operating profit is expected to align with previous expectations, while adjusted earnings per share will exceed prior forecasts. Work on the planned demerger of ABF's...
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Richemont appoints Anton Rupert as non-executive co-deputy chairman
Swiss luxury group Compagnie Financière Richemont (Richemont) has appointed Anton Rupert as non-executive co-deputy chairman of the board of directors. Rupert will serve alongside Bram Schot, who was appointed non-executive deputy chairman in 2024 and will continue in his role as non-executive co-deputy chairman. The two non-executive co-deputy...
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Chalhoub Group joins Global Fashion Agenda to advance sustainability
Denmark-based organisation Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and United Arab Emirates-based luxury retailer Chalhoub Group have entered a strategic partnership to accelerate sustainability across fashion value chains. Announced during Global Fashion Summit: Copenhagen Edition 2026, Chalhoub Group has joined GFA as an Associate Partner. Through the...
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