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Florsheim Footwear Owner Expands Outdoor Offering with New Acquisition
The owner of Florsheim, Stacy Adams, Nunn Bush, Rafters and Bogs is expanding its portfolio with a new…
Why Affirm Paid $300 Million for Returnly
Now a public company, Affirm is under pressure to stand out from its peers, and a returns offering could be…
Nike Scoops Up Yet Another Data-Driven Tech Startup
In the latest strategy of its Consumer Direct Acceleration, the footwear giant has acquired data integration…
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With Kustomer, Facebook's commerce push extends to customer service, where agents can personalize…
Riri Group Expands Portfolio with New Metal Trims Company
A new acquisition helps expand Swiss trims company Riri Group's capabilities and the apparel sectors it…
Why Bebe is Scooping Up 47 Buddy’s Home Furnishings Stores
The deal is outside Bebe's wheelhouse, but diversifies its revenue stream and potentially sets up more…
Boa Technology Acquired in $454 Million Deal
The footwear fastening tech firm has 400 brand partners, including Adidas, La Sportiva, Saucony and Vans.
Are Changes Ahead for Peacocks and Edinburgh Woollen Mill?
Reports indicate suitors have come calling for the U.K. knitwear specialist and British value fashion chain.
Coldwater Creek Reborn in $12.2 Million Deal
Weeks after shutting down, the catalog-centered women's apparel brand will soon relaunch e-commerce under new…
Lever Style Adds Technical Outerwear to its Arsenal With Latest Acquisition
The Hong Kong apparel supplier made its second acquisition in a matter of weeks, this time nabbing a factory…
Frasers Group Acquires 71 Locations of Bankrupt Sports Club Competitor
Despite uncertainty over indoor activities, Sports Direct operator Mike Ashley acquires 40 gyms and 31 retail…
New Owner Snatches Long Tall Sally From Brink of Obscurity
Long Tall Sally, purveyor of fashion designed for tall women, has been rescued from shutting down after a…