Abercrombie and Fitch
This coverage examines Abercrombie and Fitch’s presence and strategy within the UK retail market, focusing on its store network, brand positioning, and customer engagement. Reporting covers store openings and closures, leadership updates, marketing campaigns, and the brand’s response to shifting consumer trends. Insight supports professionals managing retail operations, brand strategy, and competitive analysis in the premium and casual fashion sector.
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Jun- 2023 -6 JuneNews
Wolverine Worldwide makes three new leadership appointments
Wolverine Worldwide, which operates one of the world’s largest portfolios of lifestyle and footwear brands, has announced several senior leadership appointments to help drive future growth and accelerate its global brand-building efforts. The company is naming Chris Hufnagel president of Wolverine Worldwide, responsible for leading and driving strategy across the…
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May- 2023 -25 MayNews
A&F sales hit $836m in Q1
Abercrombie and Fitch has reported a 3% increase in net sales to $836m (£675m) for the first quarter of 2023. The retailer’s signature brand, Abercrombie, reported $436m (£352m) in net sales while Hollister reported $399m (£322m). Gross profit for the retailer was $509m (£411m), compared to $449m (£362m) for the…
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Nov- 2022 -24 NovemberDepartment Stores
Mothercare appoints new CEO as profit and sales stall
Babywear retailer Mothercare has announced the appointment of Daniel Le Vesconte as group CEO as it revealed a period of tough trading for the half year up to September 2022. Le Vesconte will start his new role in the new year and brings with him a wealth of experience. He…
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Aug- 2022 -26 AugustClothing & Shoes
Abercrombie lowers sales forecast amid Hollister pressures
Abercrombie and Fitch Co. has lowered its sales forecast for FY22, with sales expected to be down mid single-digits from $3.7bn (£3.1bn) in FY21, compared with the previous outlook of flat to up 2%. Its sales forecast for the third quarter (Q3) has also lowered to high single-digits at $905m…
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Jun- 2022 -23 JuneHigh Street
Gilly Hicks to open new store in Carnaby
Gilly Hicks, a brand in the Abercrombie and Fitch portfolio, has announced the opening of its new store located at 39 Carnaby Street, in the heart of London’s busiest shopping district. The new store opening is a part of the brand’s growth strategy, which includes an “expanded product assortment, digital…
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15 JuneOnline & Digital
A&F partners with Gophr to expand same-day delivery to UK stores
Abercrombie and Fitch Co. has announced its plans to expand its same-day delivery service to the majority of its UK store fleet, which will include over 30 Abercrombie and Fitch, Abercrombie Kids and Hollister locations. The retailer has partnered with Stuart, Gophr and software provider, Delivery Solutions, to “build on…
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1 JuneClothing & Shoes
Abercrombie & Fitch launches 2022 Pride collection
Abercrombie and Fitch has announced the launch of its 2022 Pride collection in collaboration with The Trevor Project, for both the Abercrombie and Fitch and Abercrombie kids brands, marking the third co-designed collaboration between the two organisations. The gender-inclusive adult collection features t-shirts, shorts, hoodies, jackets, sandals, hats, and socks.…
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May- 2022 -24 MayClothing & Shoes
Abercrombie & Fitch lowers forecast amid Q1 loss
Abercrombie and Fitch has lowered its forecast for 2022 with expectations for net sales to be flat to up 2% from $3.7bn (£2.95bn) in 2021, down from previous expectations of up 2%-4%, due to the impact from foreign currency and an assumed inflationary impact on consumer demand. Net sales are…
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Mar- 2022 -17 MarchClothing & Shoes
Abercrombie & Fitch unveils new activewear sub-brand YPB
Abercrombie and Fitch, a division of Abercrombie and Fitch Co., has announced the launch of a new activewear sub-brand called YPB. YPB stands for “Your Personal Best” and reportedly aims to empower customers to perform to their highest potential. The sub-brand features a collection of “fashion-forward yet functional” activewear and…
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Feb- 2022 -7 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Abercrombie & Fitch’s Gilly Hicks to debut its first UK store
Shaftesbury has announced the opening of Gilly Hicks’ first UK standalone store on 39 Carnaby Street, which is set to open in spring. Gilly Hicks is a brand in the Abercrombie and Fitch Co. portfolio that offers underwear, loungewear and activewear, and the announcement comes as the company is reintroducing…
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