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Unusually long rainy season in Japan hurt sales at the fast-fashion chain Uniqlo.
Kao Q1 Net Profit Slides 31%
The global economic downturn is slowing but consumer sentiment is not yet recovering, the company said.
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Net-a-porter, Sears and Galeries Lafayette offer shopping on Web-enabled cell phones.
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Takashimaya Sales, Profit Fall
The retailer Takashimaya has not seen any recovery in recessionary Japan.
Japan Department Store Sales Fall
In Japan, department stores’ May sales slid 12.3 percent to 511.2 billion yen.
Japan Department Stores’ May Sales Fall 12.3%
Retailers post 15th straight month of decline.
Uniqlo Plans to Open Paris Flagship
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Winser Departs From Aquascutum
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International Trade Shows: Bang for the Bucks
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Uniqlo’s April Comps Climb 19.2 Percent
Warm weather and sales promotions drive sales growth.
Kao FY Net Profit Slips 3.2%
Slumping demand for personal care products and prestige cosmetics hit the company.
Takashimaya Full-Year Net Profit Drops 37%
The ongoing economic crisis and declining consumer sentiment bit into the group’s results.
Uniqlo’s March Comps Up 7.9%
Same-store sales advance for fifth consecutive month.
Japan Fashion Week Ramps Up Wearable Clothing
Against the backdrop of a recession, Tokyo’s trademark theatrics were kept to a minimum.