All E-Commerce & DTC articles
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ArticleBurton celebrates 50 years with archival collections
The snowboard brand marks its 50th anniversary with limited-edition collections, archival resale pieces, documentaries and events.
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ArticleJack Wolfskin: Back to its roots, seeking growth
Susa Schreiner examines how Jack Wolfskin aims to restore growth under Anta through thru-hiking, specialty retail and a younger audience.
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ArticleGen Z shopping habits increase pressure on retail fulfillment and returns
A US consumer survey reveals significant generational differences in returns, social commerce and delivery expectations.
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ArticlePatagonia integrates Worn Wear resale into its main online store
New and used products are now available through the same online store as Patagonia seeks to make resale a profitable part of its business.
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ArticleRevolutionRace surpasses SEK 2bn in sales as RVRC enters new chapter
Sales and profitability improved in 2025/26 as RVRC prepared for a new growth phase following its first acquisition.
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ArticleBergzeit launches automated fulfillment system
A new AutoStore installation in Kaufbeuren offers 25,000 storage bins and capacity for up to 400 bin movements per hour.
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ArticleIntersport Austria reports 6% sales growth
Revenue rose to €690 million in FY2025/26, driven by winter sports, cycling and e-commerce, while the group expanded into new European markets.
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ArticleBergzeit expands winter sports assortment to include alpine skiing
The German outdoor retailer is adding alpine skis, boots and accessories to its online and in-store assortment from mid-October.
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News briefseFormed Ventures acquires Outdoor Life to build AI-powered retail marketplace
The new owner plans to combine the historic outdoor publication’s editorial content with an expanded, AI-powered retail marketplace.
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ArticleeBay report points to growing mainstream role of apparel recommerce
Fashion and footwear rank among the leading categories as new global research finds that consumers are increasingly incorporating secondhand into their regular spending.
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ArticleHeatwaves reverse summer momentum in DACH and UK outdoor markets
New OMIS data shows outdoor sales falling sharply in DACH and the UK in July as summer heatwaves weighed on demand.
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News briefsChatGPT adds virtual try-on as OpenAI expands shopping tools
The new feature lets shoppers visualize clothing and accessories on themselves as OpenAI expands ChatGPT’s role in product discovery.
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News briefsMeta launches Muse AI agent for small businesses
The new AI agent can work across commerce, accounting, marketing and customer systems, while sensitive actions require approval.
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News briefs12GO Biking acquires Accell’s Dutch bicycle inventory
The Dutch retailer has acquired Accell Nederland’s bicycle inventory while the sale process for the bankrupt group’s other assets continues.
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News briefsThredUp makes first move into live commerce with Whatnot
The resale platform is opening a new sales channel while exploring ways to supply independent live sellers with inventory and technology.
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ArticleGerman e-commerce association calls for tougher EU product rules
The German e-commerce association welcomes stronger enforcement against non-EU sellers but sees gaps around responsible economic operators.
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News briefsLa Sportiva expands international DTC with ESW partnership
The Italian mountain sports brand is combining in-house e-commerce operations with ESW’s cross-border infrastructure to support international growth.
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News briefs1910 enters technical outerwear with debut snowboard collection
The rider- and artist-owned label is expanding beyond apparel with a two-piece FW26/27 outerwear range and broader international distribution.
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OpinionWhat makes a garment sell? We all know this, don’t we?
Charles Ross draws on 25 years of tracking consumer behavior to examine how aesthetics, price, performance, fit, sustainability and brand influence apparel purchases.
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ArticleJaktia launches Nordic omnichannel marketplace
The Nordic hunting, fishing and outdoor retailer is making its 140 stores local fulfillment hubs as part of its largest-ever investment.
