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Latest round of layoffs at Gap Inc. reveal gaps in corporate strategy, analysts say

by Lily Jamali
Apr 28, 2023
The company just announced it would cut 1,800 corporate jobs, in addition to 500 it eliminated last fall.
Gap’s interim CEO said in a statement that recent corporate layoffs are part of a strategy to simplify its operations.
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Dress like Olivia Pope with help from 'The Limited'

by Amy Scott
Sep 15, 2014
Why are retailers increasingly creating show branded clothing? Is it successful?
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Banana Republic founder: "I wish they'd changed the name"

by Kai Ryssdal
Oct 2, 2012
Despite its preppy image, Banana Republic began as a purveyor of modified military surplus and safari wear. The company's founders, Mel and Patricia Ziegler, had no business experience, but turned a small shop into a big brand.
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