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In a development underscoring regulatory risk in European e-commerce, Germany's financial watchdog BaFin has launched a formal investigation into Zalando. According to Reuters, the probe is based on concrete evidence that the company breached accounting rules in its 2025 financial statements. Zalando has not yet commented on the investigation.
Zalando shares (ZAL.DE) closed at €24.51 on June 25, 2026, down 3.2% on the session, per market data. The decline reflects investor unease over the probe, which could result in substantial fines and reputational damage. The investigation comes at a delicate time as European retail stocks face pressure from weak consumer confidence and slowing economic growth.
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Sign InInvestors are now watching the probe's progress, which may take months. If violations are confirmed, BaFin could impose penalties. Markets will also monitor Bundesbank President Nagel's speech on June 22 for regulatory signals. Official statements from Zalando will be key to assessing the financial impact of the case.