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Aritzia banks on store openings, product expansions to double revenue in 5 years

Reported by Retail Dive, Lara Ewen on Oct 28, 11:29 AM ET

The company plans to open as many as 14 U.S. stores a year and expand into bags, beauty and shoes on its path to becoming “world-famous.” With approximately 145 stores in North America and digital revenue of about CA$1.3 billion in fiscal 2026 that contributed just over a third of the company’s net revenue, Aritzia isn’t exactly a newcomer to the fashion stage. However, CEO Jennifer Wong told investors and analysts on Tuesday that the company’s goal was about more than increasing its bottom line. “The next years [are] about doubling down,” she said.

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