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Global fashion Q1 results tilt positive
A broad review of nine fashion and fashion-e-commerce companies found four strong, two moderate, and three weak Q1 performances, leaving the sector overall tilted toward growth. The strongest results came from digital-led businesses, while more traditional players posted mixed outcomes.
Zalando posts strong Q1 growth
Zalando reported a strong start to 2026, with group GMV rising 21.7% to €4.3 billion and revenue up 23.8% to €3.0 billion. The company said AI deployment and the ABOUT YOU acquisition helped drive both growth and efficiency gains, with adjusted EBIT climbing 38.7% year over year.
Levi's delivers strong sales and profit growth
Levi's was among the companies highlighted for a strong first quarter, supported by resilient consumer demand and continued digital expansion. The report grouped the company with other outperformers showing improving sales and profitability in the current market environment.
Amazon sees fashion business benefit from digital scale
Amazon was also listed among the strong performers in the Q1 review, reflecting the continued advantage of large-scale digital retail platforms in fashion. The summary pointed to strong sales and profitability across the leading e-commerce names in the period.
Marimekko reports higher Q1 net sales
Marimekko said first-quarter net sales rose 5% to €41.4 million from €39.6 million a year earlier. The brand's results contributed to the broader picture of healthier performance among selected fashion names in Q1.
H&M posts moderate performance
H&M was categorized as delivering a moderate Q1 result, with no sales growth but earnings after tax still moving in a constructive direction. The update suggests the company remains stable but is not matching the stronger momentum seen at digital-first peers.
Delta Galil reaches record quarterly sales
Delta Galil reported record Q1 sales of $573.0 million, up 15% overall and 10% in constant currency. Growth was broad-based across geographies and business segments, underscoring continued demand in apparel categories it serves.
AI and acquisitions reshape fashion competition
The Q1 review shows that AI integration and acquisitions are becoming central to fashion-industry performance, especially for e-commerce-led companies. Zalando's results were explicitly tied to AI deployment and synergy gains from ABOUT YOU, signaling a broader shift toward tech-enabled scale.
Fashion e-commerce outperforms traditional retail
The update noted that two out of three strong results among e-commerce companies meant the digital segment had no moderate performers in the period. This indicates online-first fashion businesses are currently outpacing many traditional retail models.
Consumer demand remains resilient in key fashion categories
Several of the strongest results were attributed to resilient consumer demand alongside digital expansion, suggesting that shoppers are still spending selectively on fashion. The report points to a market that is uneven, but not broadly weakening.