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Dejected garment workers leaving a large, empty factory in Bangladesh, symbolizing job losses due to falling international orders.
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Bangladesh garment factories lay off 7,784 workers amid falling orders

In the five months leading up to May 31, 79 garment factories in Bangladesh laid off 7,784 workers.

Anjali Sharma·June 13, 2026
Genesco's Q1 performance highlighted by strong net sales growth, with a focus on key brands like Journeys and Johnston & Murphy amidst strategic brand management.
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Genesco reports Q1 net sales of $487M, up 3%

Genesco reported a 3% increase in net sales to $487.03 million in its first fiscal quarter.

Fatima Al-Jamil·May 30, 2026
Customers shopping in a bright Gap store, with a digital display showing positive sales growth for Gap Inc.
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Gap Inc. posts $3.5B Q1 sales as Gap brand drives growth

While Gap Inc. reported a 1% sales increase and raised its earnings outlook for the year, its Athleta brand saw net sales plummet by 12% in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. This overall positive sale

Anjali Sharma·May 30, 2026