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Old Navy celebrates 30th anniversary with '94 Reissue limited-edition collection

American brand and retailer Old Navy is marking its 30th anniversary this year with the launch of a special, limited-edition collection that celebrates some of its best-selling products from the '90s. Launching in 1994, Old Navy has grown to become one of the United States' most iconic brands, with more than 1,200 company-owned and franchise...

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Gap reports strong Q2, increases outlook

Gap net sales for the second quarter of 3.7 billion dollars were up 5 percent with comparable sales up 3 percent year-over-year. Increasing its gross margin and operating income outlook for the year ahead, the company said it expects FY24 operating income in the 50’s growth range and gross margin expansion of 200 bps. "In comparison to where we...

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Gap's turnaround plan boosts Q1 performance, raises outlook

First quarter net sales of 3.4 billion dollars at Gap were up 3 percent with comparable sales up 3 percent year-over-year. Store sales for the quarter increased 3 percent and online sales increased 5 percent. As a result of its strong first quarter results, the company is increasing its outlook for fiscal 2024, reflecting higher net sales and...

Gap reports positive fourth quarter results

Gap’s fourth quarter net sales of 4.3 billion dollars were up 1 percent, with comparable sales flat year-over-year. Net sales for the full year of 14.9 billion dollars were down 5 percent, while comparable sales down 2 percent. For the fiscal year 2024, the company forecasts net sales to remain flat, gross margin expansion of 50 basis points,...

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Gap Inc. appoints Zac Posen as EVP, creative director

Gap Inc. on Tuesday said it appointed American fashion designer Zac Posen to the position of executive vice president and creative director. Mr Posen will also take on the role of chief creative officer for Old Navy, which is situated in San Francisco. Renowned for his award-winning designs that embrace both technical prowess and body...

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Gap forecasts flat holiday quarter ahead

Gap reported third quarter net sales of 3.8 billion dollars, down 7 percent compared to last year, inclusive of an estimated 2 percentage points negative impact from the sale of Gap China. Comparable sales for the quarter were down 2 percent. The company is estimating fourth quarter net sales to be flat to slightly negative compared to last year...

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Gap posts Q2 profit but sales decline 8 percent

Net sales at Gap Inc. of 3.55 billion dollars, were down 8 percent compared to last year, while comparable sales were down 6 percent. Reported net income was 117 million dollars; while reported diluted earnings per share were 32 cents. The company reported adjusted net income of 127 million dollars, and adjusted diluted earnings per share were...

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Gap appoints Richard Dickson as the company's new CEO

Gap Inc. with a portfolio that includes Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, has announced the appointment of Richard Dickson as the company's president and chief executive officer, effective August 22, 2023. "Richard has invaluable expertise in areas critical to the work Gap Inc. is doing to strengthen the company for the long term. And...

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Gap narrows Q1 losses despite drop in sales

US fashion and lifestyle giant Gap reported a 6 percent drop in sales in the first quarter of the year, but its stock price jumped as its losses narrowed. In the three months ended April 29, the retailer made sales of 3.28 billion dollars compared to the 3.48 billion dollars it reported a year earlier amid a backdrop of rising inflation and...

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Gap reports tough Q4, rejigs leadership team

Fourth quarter net sales at Gap, Inc. of 4.24 billion dollars, were down 6 percent compared to last year, and comparable sales were down 5 percent. The company’s store sales decreased 3 percent compared to last year, while online sales decreased 10 percent and represented 41 percent of total net sales. For the full year, the company’s net sales...

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Gap posts profit as Q3 sales increase

Third quarter net sales at Gap Inc. of 4.04 billion dollars, were up 2 percent compared to last year, while comparable sales were up 1 percent year-over-year. The company's reported net income was 282 million dollars and adjusted net income was 260 million dollars. The company anticipates that total company net sales could be down mid-single...

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Gap remains 'cautiously optimistic' about FY22 results

Second quarter net sales of 3.86 billion dollars, were down 8 percent at Gap Inc. compared to last year, while comparable sales were down 10 percent year-over-year. While the company is making progress balancing its assortments, it remains cautiously optimistic in light of the consumer environment as it relates to its revenue in the second half...