News Coverage

Below, we offer summaries of recent press coverage relating to Gap Inc. and our brands. Headlines are linked to the article where possible; some news sites may require user registration.

Gap Opens Outlet Stores In Canada
Associated Press, 10/24/08
Summary: Gap Inc. opened its first two outlet stores in Canada, as part of an overall expansion into overseas markets.

Analysts Give Gap High Marks
Associated Press, 10/17/08
Summary: Wall Street analysts gave Gap Inc. high marks on its steps to re-ignite its business after investor meeting.

Gap Hopes to Win Sales in Election
Wall Street Journal, 11/05/08
Summary:Gap's namesake chain and Web site will sell white T-shirts that say "Vote For _____" and store windows will feature images of 70 real people who filled in the blanks on their T-shirts at Gap events over the summer.

Gap installs solar panels; System at Fresno distribution center uses latest technology
The Fresno Bee, 10/08/08
Summary: Gap Inc. officials flipped a symbolic switch to unveil a 1 megawatt solar-panel system at its east-central Fresno distribution center.

Gap to Acquire Athleta for $150 Million
New York Times, 09/23/08
Summary: Gap Inc., the largest U.S. clothing retailer, agreed to acquire Athleta Inc. for about $150 million in cash to increase Gap's offer of women's athletic apparel.

Gap Expands Franchise into Mexico, Egypt and Jordan
Associated Press, 09/19/08
Summary: Gap Inc. to allow Mexican department store chain Distribuidora Liverpool SA de CV to sell Gap-brand merchandise in franchise stores.Gap also expanded its agreement with Fawaz Alhokair Group to open Gap and Banana Republic franchises in Egypt and Jordan.

Gap Inc names Tom Wyatt president of Old Navy
Reuters, 08/21/08
Summary: Gap Inc. named Tom Wyatt as president of its Old Navy apparel chain, a post he had held on an interim basis, charging him with reviving the casual, lower-cost brand.

A Fashion Guy Gets Back to Basics
BusinessWeek, 08/18/08
Summary:Since his appointment 14 months ago, Patrick Robinson has pushed Gap to reconnect with its roots: classic American apparel with a modern twist.

Gap Reorders Its Priorities
Wall Street Journal, 07/09/08
Summary: Gap Inc. used to be known for its distinctive and celebrity-laden television ads. But as part of a cost-cutting drive, Gap last year eliminated TV ads from its namesake chain's marketing arsenal. Marka Hansen is interviewed regarding Gap's new direction and marketing plans.

Excuse Me, Do You Work Here? No, I Just Need to Fold Clothes
Wall Street Journal, 07/09/08
Summary: Gap pioneered a folding trend that is widely used by other retailers and in the homes of apparel retail employees. Longtime Gap employee and store manager Alicia Peat demonstrates the proper Gap jeans fold.

Gap Inc. Announces Franchise Agreements for Russia
Wall Street Journal, 05/21/08
Summary: Gap Inc. announced plans to introduce its Gap and Banana Republic to Russia through franchise agreements.

Gap Inc. Names CFO
Wall Street Journal, 01/17/08
Summary: Gap Inc. named Sabrina Simmons its chief financial officer, five months after she took the job on an acting basis.

Banana Republic Names EVP of Design
Wall Street Journal, 01/04/08
Summary: Gap Inc. appointed Simon Kneen Executive Vice President of design and creative director for Banana Republic.

Jack Calhoun Named President of Banana Republic
Women’s Wear Daily, 10/12/07
Summary: Jack Calhoun was named president of Banana Republic. Mr. Calhoun had been serving on an interim basis since February.

Gap Inc. Releases Its Third Corporate Social Responsibility Report
Associated Press, 08/17/07
Summary: Gap Inc. issued its third CSR report, providing updates on the company's commitment to ethical sourcing, environmental practices and community investment.

Gap Inc. Announces New Chairman and CEO
Wall Street Journal, 07/27/07
Summary: Gap Inc. names Glenn Murphy as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

Gap Foundation's Mission
Aware Magazine, 06/05/07
Summary: Q&A with Gap's Chief Foundation Officer, Bobbi Silten, discussing the goals and focus of the company’s community investment branch.

Gap Inc. Recognized as an Ethical Company
Ethisphere Magazine, 05/08/07
Summary: Gap Inc. is named one of the most ethical apparel companies world-wide.