Gap records nearly US$1 billion in losses on coronavirus-led store closures

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Gap Inc on Thursday reported a 43per cent fall in first-quarter sales, as the apparel retailer was forced to close its stores due to the COVID-19 ...

REUTERS: Gap Inc on Thursday reported a quarterly loss of nearly US$1 billion as the apparel retailer was forced to close its stores due to the coronavirus outbreak, sending its shares down about 8per cent after market hours.

The company's more expensive brands Gap and Banana Republic did not do well as customers opted for casual clothing as they stayed at home during the lockdowns, Chief Executive Officer Sonia Syngal said.

 

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