Apparels

Rocky Brands, Inc has reported strong Q3 2025 results, with net sales up 7 per cent YoY to $122.5 million and gross margin improving 210 bps to 40.2 per cent.
Net income rose 36.6 per cent to $7.2 million, driven by strong brand demand and pricing strategies.
Debt declined 7.5 per cent YoY, while inventories increased 12.7 per cent to support future growth.

Lenskart Solutions is set to raise over ₹7,000 crore through its upcoming IPO. The eyewear retailer aims to fund expansion and acquisitions. Despite a growing revenue and a recent profit, the company’s valuation appears high. Lenskart operates in a competitive market with a significant unorganised segment. Investors may observe financial clarity post-listing.

India has reinstated import duty exemptions for inputs used in leather and leather goods manufacturing through Notification No. 45/2025–Customs issued on October 24, 2025, effective until March 31, 2026.
The exemptions, unavailable since April, will support exporters facing weaker demand amid the US reciprocal tariff regime.
India’s leather apparel and accessories exports rose 9.24 per cent in Jan–Jul.

Germany’s Adidas has reported record revenue of €6.63 billion (~$7.69 billion) in Q3 2025, the highest in its history, as brand sales rose 12 per cent on a currency-neutral basis.
Growth was broad-based across all regions and categories, with footwear and apparel driving strong gains.
Despite currency and tariff headwinds, profitability improved, with operating profit rising 23 per cent.

Puma’s Q3 2025 sales have declined 10.4 per cent on a currency-adjusted basis to €1,955.7 million (~$2.27 billion) amid distribution clean-up, reduced wholesale exposure, and fewer e-commerce promotions.
The brand reported a net loss of €62.3 million (~$72.3 million) and a 45.2 per cent gross margin.
CEO Arthur Hoeld reaffirmed 2025 as a ‘year of reset’.

India’s gold demand fell 16% year-on-year to 209.4 tonnes in the July–September quarter, even as value rose 23% due to higher prices, according to the World Gold Council (WGC). Jewellery demand dropped 31% to 117.7 tonnes, while investment demand surged 20% to 91.6 tonnes, as consumers turned to bars and coins as a long-term asset.

Puma, the iconic German sportswear manufacturer, is bracing for a tough transition, planning to part ways with 900 employees worldwide by the close of 2026. This strategic cut comes on the heels of weak sales figures that have plagued the company, particularly marked by a steep revenue drop in the last quarter.

Indian investors are buying more gold bars and coins as prices climb. This investment surge reached record levels in the September quarter. Gold is now a mainstream asset for many. Investment demand rose significantly, reaching an all-time high share of total consumption. Despite this, overall gold demand fell due to lower jewellery sales.

Lululemon and the NFL have launched their first-ever officially licensed apparel collection, featuring men’s and women’s styles and accessories for all 32 teams.
The line includes Lululemon favourites like Steady State, Define, Scuba, and Align, blending sport, style, and fandom.
NFL Legends star in the ‘Welcome to the Fam Club’ campaign promoting the launch.

UK’s Next plc has reported strong results for the thirteen weeks ending October 25, 2025, with full-price sales up 10.5 per cent YoY, exceeding guidance and adding £76 million (~$100.32 million) in revenue.
Overseas sales soared 38.8 per cent, and UK sales rose 5.4 per cent.
Next lifted its full-year profit forecast to £1.13 billion (~$1.49 billion) and total sales to £6.87 billion (~$9.07 billion).