Canada’s Lululemon reports mixed Q1 results, lowers FY26 outlook

Lululemon has reported mixed Q1 FY26 results, with net revenue rising 4 per cent to $2.5 billion, driven by 22 per cent international growth, while Americas revenue declined 3 per cent.
Gross margin fell 410 basis points to 54.2 per cent and diluted EPS dropped to $1.69.
The company lowered its FY26 outlook, citing macroeconomic headwinds and softer demand in the Americas market.

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US’ Caleres reports strong Q1 FY26 growth led by Brand Portfolio

Caleres has reported Q1 FY26 net sales of $666.6 million, up 8.5 per cent YoY, driven by 20.6 per cent growth in its Brand Portfolio business.
Adjusted EPS rose to $0.38, exceeding guidance, while gross margin improved 200 basis points to 47.3 per cent.
Famous Footwear sales declined 2.5 per cent.
The company expects modest sales growth and improved profitability for full-year FY26.

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India gold prices soar 4.1% in May despite decline in global prices: World Gold Council

Indian gold prices saw a notable increase in May, defying global trends. This rise occurred even as international gold prices dipped. Local currency weakness and policy adjustments contributed to the gains. The World Gold Council report highlights India’s resilience amidst geopolitical tensions and market volatility. Demand from India and other key markets could support gold prices going forward.

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SoftBank snags Rs 2,873 crore from Lenskart stake sale, clocking 7x return

SVF II Lightbulb Cayman, a SoftBank affiliate, sold 5.65 crore shares, or 3.25%, in Lenskart for Rs 2,873 crore through a block deal on Wednesday. The shares were sold at Rs 508.55 apiece, with Goldman Sachs, Fidelity, Quant Mutual Fund, WhiteOak Capital, and other institutional investors among the buyers. SoftBank’s stake has now fallen to 9.88%.

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Jordan’s apparel exports fall 21.7% in January-April 2026

Jordan’s apparel exports fell 21.7 per cent year on year to $695.3 million in January-April 2026, mainly due to a 25.3 per cent decline in shipments to the US, its largest market.
Despite the slowdown, the US accounted for over 71 per cent of exports.
Mexico emerged as the second-largest destination, with imports nearly doubling, indicating gradual diversification of Jordan’s export markets.

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Indian T&A to get 5% tariff edge in Oman, SIMA hails trade pact

SIMA said the India-Oman CEPA will give Indian textile and garment exporters a 5 per cent tariff advantage, helping them compete more effectively and expand market share in Oman.
With duty-free access for most exports and Oman serving as a gateway to GCC region and East Africa, SIMA expects stronger growth in apparel and home textile exports from key textile hubs.

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BIS plans phased move towards mandatory silver hallmarking

The Bureau of Indian Standards is studying mandatory hallmarking for silver. This move aims to ensure purity for buyers. Silver hallmarking is more complex than gold due to its diverse market. BIS is proceeding cautiously to set systems right before implementation. Mandatory hallmarking will be introduced gradually. The number of hallmarked silver articles is increasing.

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France hits Shein with 22 mn euros in new fines over consumer violations

French authorities said Wednesday that they had imposed two fines on Shein totalling more than 22 million euros ($25.5 million), citing problems with product traceability, environmental labelling and delivery times. The new penalties bring the total fines imposed by France against the Asian fashion giant to more than 210 million euros.

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Lenskart shares fall 2% on Softbank’s Rs 2,873-crore stake sale; draws Goldman, Fidelity, others

Lenskart Solutions share price dipped 2% on Thursday as SoftBank affiliate SVF II Lightbulb (Cayman) sold a significant stake. Global and domestic institutional investors, including funds managed by Goldman Sachs and Fidelity, acquired these shares. This transaction, valued at approximately Rs 2,873 crore, saw strong participation.

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