August 2025 M1 Client Performance Overview

July was steady to last year with similar markdowns and inventory levels. Tariff chatter is loud and everywhere, but so far sales have not pulled back. As we transition into Fall, stay on offense: pull sell-through and Inventory Action Reports weekly, double-down on what’s moving, and take early markdowns on what’s not. Keep vendor conversations going to protect IMU and curb any freight or tariff surcharges before they land. 

With buying shows underway for next year’s assortment, arrive armed with an Open-to-Buy Recap and Class Performance snapshots, and keep an eye out for the new trends. If there are any major buying changes make sure to communicate so we can have the plan in line with the new assortment.

As always, if there are questions or if a conversation would be helpful, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Adam Hambleton

Planning Manager

adam@management-one.com