All E-Commerce & DTC articles
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ArticleAmazon invests €10bn in European logistics network
Amazon will invest more than €10 billion in Europe, expanding robotics, delivery capabilities and workforce development.
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ArticleThredUp expands resale model with peer-to-peer marketplace
New Direct Listing service combines peer-to-peer selling with AI tools, zero seller fees and marketplace-backed returns.
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ArticleIntersport expands executive management team
The appointment of longtime executive Stephan Schwarz signals a stronger focus on commercial execution, strategic brands and global alignment across the IIC network.
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News briefsThok adds direct-sales model to lineup
The Italian e-MTB brand is introducing a direct-to-consumer sales model for its new TK02 Factory while refreshing its TP4 platform with new specifications and styling.
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News briefsAmazon launches AI shopping assistant for retailers
The new AWS tool allows retailers to deploy branded AI shopping assistants in weeks, with Tapestry’s Kate Spade already among the first adopters.
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News briefsViking launches resale marketplace
The Norwegian footwear specialist has launched a dedicated resale marketplace to extend product lifecycles and support secondhand sales across key European markets.
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ArticleEU fines Temu €200m over unsafe products
The European Commission has imposed a €200 million penalty on Temu after finding that consumers were highly likely to encounter illegal and potentially dangerous products on the platform.
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ArticleSportswear market to exceed $531bn by 2031
A new industry forecast points to continued growth in sportswear, driven by athleisure demand, women’s categories, sustainability investments and expanding direct-to-consumer strategies.
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ArticleSport 2000 renews supervisory board leadership
Sport 2000 Group International has appointed outdoor industry veteran Martin Kössler as Chair and retail transformation specialist Chantal Dubbert as Deputy Chair as the retail network sharpens its international growth and specialist retail strategy.
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ArticleREI narrows losses as sales edge up
Improved margins and disciplined execution helped REI narrow losses in 2025 while continuing to invest in members, products and sustainability initiatives.
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News briefsOberalp broadens brand reach
Italy’s Oberalp is expanding its distributed brands business by adding Diadem and Blackroll, taking on direct responsibility for their e-commerce channels.
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ArticleFenix Outdoor improves earnings in Q1 despite restructuring
Fenix Outdoor reported a solid start to the year, but restructuring efforts continue to weigh on cash flow, operations and overall earnings quality.
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ArticleSports retail remains niche in global top 50
Just a handful of sports-focused players appear in the global top 50 retailers, underscoring the industry’s reliance on multi-category giants.
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News briefsOutdooractive reshapes leadership for next growth phase
The integrated platform for digital outdoor experiences appointed Albert Brenner as CEO, with founder Hartmut Wimmer stepping back from operations as the company restructures its leadership team.
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ArticlePrice pressure shapes new retail behavior in Europe
A new YouGov study shows consumers in Germany and across Europe balancing cost control with convenience, health and emotional shopping expectations.
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ArticleAmerican Tall enters camping gear market
The North American tall-focused apparel brand expands beyond apparel with a camping gear range designed specifically for tall consumers up to 216 cm.
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ArticleBackcountry launches brand incubator with first acquisition
The US outdoor retailer has launched its Garage innovation platform and acquired Coalatree as its first partner brand to support emerging outdoor companies.
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News briefseBay turns resale into real-world retail
eBay introduces a three-day SoHo market where visitors must list items to gain access to curated resale shopping.
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News briefsGerman e-commerce shows resilient consumer demand
Germany’s e-commerce sector holds steady despite economic pressures, with apparel and leisure segments showing stable demand.
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ArticleVinted grows revenue as resale demand accelerates
The online marketplace for second-hand clothing reported strong 2025 growth, highlighting rising demand for second-hand fashion and the continued expansion of resale markets.
