Japanese clothing chain expects duties to hit profit at its rapidly expanding North American business
Growth potential for Japanese group lies in the backyard of its rivals, H&M and Zara
Japanese fast-fashion retailer has slowed store openings in world’s second-largest economy
Brisk sales in China will not be enough to justify the stock price premium longer term
Fast Retailing’s operating profit in three months to May grew 35% to record ¥110.3bn
Salary increases by big companies offer potential escape from deflation and low growth
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has called on businesses to bump up stagnant salaries
The brand puts the spotlight on mending, long sidelined in the fashion cycle
A weak currency may benefit exporters but it does not help Fast Retailing
Chief executive Yanai says weakening yen has ‘no merit whatsoever’ for Japan
Uniqlo owner’s decision to increase investment in China will require making tough choices
Stay-at-home consumers turn to Japanese groups’ affordable casual clothes
Arm sale reflects transition of Masayoshi Son’s company to a global manager of assets
Battle of brands heats up as wearers look beyond disposable coverings
Head of clothing retailer criticises inadequate testing and warns economy risks collapse
Japanese retailer develops machines with start-up Mujin to handle soft materials
Controversy risks widening boycott triggered by deepening bilateral trade dispute
Tadashi Yanai’s promise of high pay and promotion for young stars challenges conventions
Perhaps if China sales slow, we can expect a proper sell off for Uniqlo owner
Fast Retailing is revamping logistics and supply chain to deal with inventory problems
Japanese fashion group’s new technology has enabled it to better compete with online rivals
Uniqlo owner bags second consecutive year of record profits
Uniqlo’s aggressive expansion has not dented margins
