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Apparel IPOs Are Showing Signs of Recovery

Fashion companies are gradually returning to public markets after a multi-year IPO slump that hit consumer goods, helped by lower tariffs, continued consumer spending, and efficiency gains from AI. Reformation went public on the NYSE on July 30, raising $210.9 million at an $886.1 million valuation. Tailored Brands filed a registration statement to go public, and Shein is reportedly targeting a Hong Kong IPO as early as late August. Industry observers warn that macro volatility, geopolitical tensions and large tech/AI IPOs could crowd the market, making outcomes uncertain for smaller consumer names despite renewed investor appetite for well-scaled DTC brands.

Couche-Tard Moves to Acquire Poland’s Żabka

Alimentation Couche-Tard, the Canadian retail and petrol group, plans a full takeover of Poland’s Żabka Group, a deal described as the largest in Couche-Tard’s history. The move follows failed talks with Seven & i, owner of 7-Eleven. The story was reported by Lebensmittelzeitung on July 31, 2026.

Seven & i ends talks to invest in Żabka

Japanese retailer Seven & i Holdings has ended negotiations to take a stake in Polish convenience chain Żabka, the Lebensmittelzeitung reports. Despite the collapse of the planned investment, Seven & i says it will continue pursuing expansion of its European business. The article was published on 2026-07-27 and authored by Jens Holst.