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UK: nearly half of businesses affected by price increases
Almost half of businesses reported an increase in the prices of materials, goods, or services bought and sold in April. Nearly a third expects to raise the prices of goods and services this month
UK Retail: retail prospects for the next months lean to the downside
In the first quarter of 2022, TCF (Textile, Clothing & Footwear) Retail Sales Index returned to pre-pandemic levels, showing that it is no longer sensitive to COVID-19. However, its positive behaviour is somewhat puzzling: consumer pessimism continues to plunge, most likely due to the rising inflation, which hit a record 7% in March, placing pressure on manufacturers’ costs. In addition, it is yet early to quantify the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on European retail markets
Capri Holdings supports creation of the Versace Foundation
The company has guaranteed 10 million US dollars for the new foundation. The aim of the initiative is to support equality, wellness and safety for the LGBTQIA+ community
Vivobarefoot partners with kids wear rental service Bundlee
The sustainable footwear brand established an exclusive partnership with Bundlee, a UK based-rental platform for children’s clothing, which is for the first time expanding into footwear
Capri with revenue and earnings increase
The luxury fashion group reported that revenue and earnings for the full year of 2022 exceeded expectations. Total revenue amounted to 5.65 billion US dollars
Dr. Martens posts strong fiscal 2022
The British footwear brand announced that it sold a record number of pairs (14.1 million) in fiscal 2022, which was translated into revenue growth of 18%, as compared to the prior fiscal year
JD Sports Chairman steps down
The UK-based retailer has announced that the Executive Chairman Peter Cowgill, who has been leading the company since 2004, will stand down effective immediately
Farfetch announces first quarter results
The luxury e-commerce platform posted revenue and GMV growth in the first quarter of 2022 despite COVID-19 related restrictions in China and the ceasing of operations in Russia
Clarks ventures into the metaverse
The British label has launched the Cicaverse immersive experience on Roblox to celebrate the children’s unisex sneaker style, Cica, in partnership with the metaverse development studio Melon
Capri to donate products to aid refugees of the war in Ukraine
The luxury group has announced that it will donate over 1 million euros in essential clothing from Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors to aid those displaced by the war in Ukraine
Farfetch invests up to 200 million US dollars in Neiman Marcus
The luxury e-commerce platform has announced a global strategic partnership with the US-based omnichannel luxury retailer Neiman Marcus Group (NMG)
Dr. Martens names new Global Creative Director
The position will be held by Darren McKoy, known as DMac, who served before as Global Category Product Director. He stated that he will continue honouring the brand’s legacy
Burberry committed to being the best place to work for women
While committing to becoming the best place to work for women, the luxury group announced its support to the National Literacy Trust and The Prince’s Trust women supporting initiatives
Farfetch announces first year of adjusted EBITDA profitability
The luxury e-commerce platform has reported a record Gross Merchandise Value of 4.2 billion US dollars in 2021. Adjusted Ebitda margin rose to a positive 0.1%
BCC emphasizes difficulties associated with the EU Trade deal
A report from the British Chambers of Commerce shows that 71% of UK exporters think that the EU trade deal is not enabling them to grow or raise sales; it has increased costs, paperwork and delays-
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