Shein

Made public ahead of a Hong Kong listing planned for September, Shein’s financial documents, seen by mind Retail, confirm the shift experienced by the fast-fashion retailer. Despite a 8% sales...

21 August 2026

DSA: Temu fined €200 million by Brussels

Less than a month before the tax on small online parcels comes into force in the 27 EU countries, Brussels imposes a record fine to the low-cost marketplace Temu (PDD Holdings). This represents...

29 May 2026

With Everlane’s takeover, Shein makes a forced omnichannel shift

While its 2025 financial landing is not public yet - it used to be released in February so far - Shein is taking over U.S. retailer Everlane. The fast fashion brand aims to improve a brand image...

21 May 2026

Shein : 35% of the European population were active users in 2025, but the tide is turning

According to the DSA transparency report, consulted by mind Retail, Shein continues a cheeky trajectory. On December 31, 2025, the ultra-fast-fashion giant claims 155.7 million monthly active...

2 April 2026

Bercy revises figures and brings Shein’s non-compliance down to 25%

The non-compliance of products sold on Shein is now estimated at 25%, a far cry from the 80% put forward by the French Economy Minister in November. This is a key adjustment that allows the...

5 January 2026

Facing Temu and Shein’s offensive, Amazon cuts merchant fees

Asian marketplaces Shein, Temu and AliExpress, weakened in the U.S.A., are accelerating in Europe with very low, even zero, initial commissions. Amazon, as the global largest e-commerce player...

9 December 2025

Fast fashion: Italy plans to tax Shein, Temu and AliExpress through extended producer responsibility

According to a Reuters report published on October 15, Italy is considering imposing additional taxes on Asian fast fashion platforms. “We are going to introduce a measure to tackle ultra...

20 October 2025

France and Italy urge Shein to reassess a business model

While Shein continues to spark controversy through partnerships with Pimkie and BHV department stores (SGM), Italy announced plans to introduce a tax on Asian e-commerce platforms. In France, the...

13 October 2025

[2025 Fashion Barometer] Inditex, Fast Retailing, Shein, Nike… Who is really winning the battle for profits?

Which omnichannel fashion retailers boosted online sales during the last financial year? How has their store network evolved? What is the impact on profitability? In the 3rd edition of our...

10 September 2025

Shein accelerates growth in Europe in H1, despite a major financial penalty in France

According to DSA data consulted by mind Retail, Shein revved up engines in key EU markets in the first half of 2025, with monthly active users up 14%. This is a notable rebound after 6 sluggish...

5 September 2025

After France, Italy fines Shein €1 million

On August 4, the Italian Competition Authority fined Infinite Styles Services, a subsidiary and manager of Shein‘s websites in Europe, 1 million euros for misleading environmental claims...

5 August 2025

E-commerce: China tightens regulations on pricing and algorithms

On June 27, 2025, the Chinese government adopted a new amendment to the law against unfair competition, aimed at e-commerce platforms, in force on October 15. The purpose is to improve regulations...

9 July 2025

Shein must pay €40 million fine for misleading business practices

On July 3, the French Ministry of Economy fined ultra-fast fashion giant Shein 40 million euros for misleading business practices following an investigation by the General Direction for...

3 July 2025

Faced with trade tensions, Shein and Asics are ramping up Indian production

In India, Shein and Asics are increasing production capacity to respond to trade tensions and secure supply chains. Shein (2024 revenue: US$38 billion, up 19%), which returned to India in February...

18 June 2025

To curb Amazon, Shein, Temu and AliExpress, Brussels wants to tax small parcels

On May 20, the European Commission proposed the introduction of a €2 tax on parcels under €150 imported into the EU. This tax, to be paid by the platforms, is intended to offset the...

22 May 2025

Shein audience: a deceptive stability in a two-speed Europe

According to the latest audience report, Shein has managed to stabilise the active user base in Europe over the last 6 months. Driven by the marketplace, 4 countries account for 65% of monthly...

22 May 2025

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Why Shein emits twice as much CO2 as Inditex for equivalent revenue

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3 September 2026

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Before an IPO, Shein forced to reveal margin erosion in 2025 and impact of US tariff shock

Made public ahead of a Hong Kong listing planned for September, Shein’s financial documents, seen by mind Retail, confirm the shift experienced by the fast-fashion retailer. Despite a 8% sales...

21 August 2026