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    Shein drops UK communications firms as Trump tariffs throw London IPO off course

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    Posted on May 2, 2025

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    Last updated: January 24, 2026

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    Shein's London IPO faces delays due to Trump's tariffs and regulatory challenges, leading to the end of contracts with UK communications firms.

    Shein's London IPO Delayed as Trump Tariffs Impact Plans

    By Helen Reid

    LONDON (Reuters) -Online fast-fashion retailer Shein has dropped Brunswick and FGS, two communications firms that were supporting its push for a London initial public offering (IPO), a source familiar with the matter confirmed on Friday, in the latest sign the flotation is not going to plan.

    Steep tariffs on Chinese goods imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, along with the removal of a duty exemption on low-value ecommerce packages, are challenging Shein's business model, which relies on shipping clothes from factories in China directly to customers around the world.

    Brunswick was assisting with media relations while FGS was tasked with government relations, and both of their contracts with Shein ended on April 30 and will not be renewed, the source said. The news was first reported by The Times.

    Brunswick declined to comment. FGS and Shein did not immediately reply to requests for comment.

    Singapore-headquartered Shein has secured approval from Britain's financial regulator for its IPO but is still awaiting the green light from China's regulator which it also needs in order to go ahead, Reuters reported last month.

    Shein had aimed to complete the listing in the first half of this year, but market turmoil caused by Trump's tariffs and retaliation from China is likely to delay the IPO to the second half, sources have said.

    (Reporting by Helen Reid; Editing by Kirsten Donovan)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Shein drops UK communications firms amid IPO delays.
    • •Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods affect Shein's business.
    • •Shein's IPO approval pending from China's regulator.
    • •Market turmoil could delay Shein's IPO to the second half.
    • •Brunswick and FGS contracts with Shein ended on April 30.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Shein drops UK communications firms as Trump tariffs throw London IPO off course

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    2Why did Shein drop UK communications firms?

    Shein dropped Brunswick and FGS as the IPO is delayed due to tariffs and regulatory issues.

    3What impact do Trump's tariffs have on Shein?

    Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods challenge Shein's business model, affecting its IPO plans.

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