For the first time, direct-to-consumer sales accounted for more than half of the company's quarterly revenue, marking a significant milestone in Levi Strauss's business strategy.
Pre-tax profits rose by 5.8%, totalling €8 billion (£6.9 billion), with Zara alone contributing €5.6 billion (£4.8 billion). All of Inditex's brands, including Massimo Dutti, Bershka, and Stradivarius, experienced growth, particularly during the spring and summer collections.
Barnes & Noble is experiencing tremendous growth as it opens new stores, having opened 23 bookstores in 2025 alone. The strategy of empowering local booksellers is proving successful.