Bad sourcing blamed for pressure on retail margins

US Q1 in brief – Finish Line, Gymboree, Cherokee, Tailored Brands

In the most recent first-quarter filings from US apparel brands and retailers, Urban Outfitters and American Eagle Outfitters both revealed…

Clothing standout UK online retail performer in May

Clothing was the biggest driver of UK online retail growth in volume terms in May, but official figures show it…

Bad sourcing blamed for pressure on retail margins

Significant structural changes are needed across the apparel supply chain in order to create a more consistent, faster and efficient sourcing…

Faster supply chain is key to Ralph Lauren turnaround

An overhaul of its supply chain is at the heart of restructuring plans revealed this week by Ralph Lauren's newly-appointed…