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Matalan narrows annual losses, boosts revenue amid strategic transformation

British retail giant Matalan has narrowed its annual losses and achieved a slight increase in total revenue for the full year, driven by its ongoing strategic transformation, improvements in its product ranges, and strong online performance. For the 53 weeks ended 28 February 2026, total statutory revenues rose by 0.2 percent to 987 million...

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DPP readiness: When and how brands and suppliers can get started

The Digital Product Passport (DPP), part of the EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), will create a standardised system for sharing comprehensive product data, from information about durability and recyclability to recycled content and environmental footprint. “It is emerging as one of the most transformative regulatory and...

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Mustang at Pitti Uomo: Ready for the next phase of growth

​​ Mustang returns to Pitti Uomo. Following its debut in January, the German denim brand now aims to establish concrete partnerships and drive its international expansion. In an interview, CEO Andreas Baur discusses wholesale strategy, product development and his goals for 2026. You exhibited at Pitti Uomo for the first time in January and are...

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Artificial intelligence can unlock up to 320 billion euros for European retail

Amsterdam — Artificial intelligence is no longer a future trend but an active force reshaping the European retail value chain. A collaborative report 'Rewiring retail in Europe: The AI imperative' published by European retail association EuroCommerce and global management consulting firm McKinsey & Company last week, reveals that end-to-end AI...

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