SHEIN GLOBAL HLDGS CL.B

The planned IPO of Shein is prompting debate and serves as a cautionary example of risks in the fast-fashion segment. At the same time, the piece highlights two other fashion stocks that delivered high returns over years and analyzes the factors behind their success. The analysis contrasts Shein's rapid growth with the more stable, return-driven business models of other fashion groups. » Plus sur welt.de

Shein shares fell to HK$46 on their second day of trading, down more than 5% after a weak debut that saw an earlier 10% tumble. The stock had recovered toward its HK$48.56 issue price on Tuesday partly due to stabilization measures used in large listings. The IPO raised $1.7 billion valuing Shein at $26.5 billion, while investors cite slower revenue growth, margin pressure, higher import duties and rising regulatory and competitive risks as headwinds. » Plus sur finance.yahoo.com

Shein began trading in Hong Kong with share price losses and, at an issue price of 48.56 HKD, was valued at about $26.5 billion—well below earlier valuations of up to roughly $100 billion. Growth has slowed sharply: in the first quarter revenue grew by about 1% and a $99 million loss emerged, while annual profit recently fell to around $2 billion. Shein plans to invest in infrastructure and supply chains but is under pressure from higher costs, margin erosion and measures such as the EU customs levy on small parcels; investor focus is also shifting to chips, AI and robotics. » Plus sur tagesschau.de