Shein's shares fell about 11% after its first results, and in South Africa its satin turned out to be polyester

Business BagelChristian Maidman · 1 October 2026 at 02:30

Shein's first results as a listed company knocked its shares, while South Africa's ad watchdog told local media to turn away its satin ads for polyester dresses.
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