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Luxury

European Luxury Stocks Face a Tough Second Half, HSBC Says

HSBC analysts downgraded LVMH and Burberry to hold as they said the second half of the year looks harder for soft luxury to navigate.

Luxury

European Luxury Stocks Face a Tough Second Half, HSBC Says

HSBC analysts downgraded LVMH and Burberry to hold as they said the second half of the year looks harder for soft luxury to navigate.


Beauty

How David Is Making Protein Sexy

Fresh off a $2.25 billion valuation for its parent company, the wellness startup has a new launch, campaign and mandate to conquer calorie-counting consumers.

Beauty

How David Is Making Protein Sexy

Fresh off a $2.25 billion valuation for its parent company, the wellness startup has a new launch, campaign and mandate to conquer calorie-counting consumers.


Beauty

Vegamour Acquired by Belle Brands

The premium hair care line, known for its anti-hair-loss serums and supplements, has been acquired by the private equity-backed platform.

Beauty

Vegamour Acquired by Belle Brands

The premium hair care line, known for its anti-hair-loss serums and supplements, has been acquired by the private equity-backed platform.


Luxury

Richemont Promotes Johann Rupert’s Son In Succession Plan

The Swiss luxury group appointed Anton Rupert, 39, as non-executive co-deputy chairman in charge of creative and commercial direction, signaling a long-awaited succession plan for founder Johann Rupert is underway.

Luxury

Richemont Promotes Johann Rupert’s Son In Succession Plan

The Swiss luxury group appointed Anton Rupert, 39, as non-executive co-deputy chairman in charge of creative and commercial direction, signaling a long-awaited succession plan for founder Johann Rupert is underway.


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Retail

Zara Owner’s Sales Grow, But Profit Disappoints As Expenses Mount

Inditex’s sales growth accelerated at the start of the third quarter as it continued to outpace rivals, but rising depreciation charges ate into profits.

Retail

Zara Owner’s Sales Grow, But Profit Disappoints As Expenses Mount

Inditex’s sales growth accelerated at the start of the third quarter as it continued to outpace rivals, but rising depreciation charges ate into profits.


Luxury

US Resilience Is Keeping Luxury Brands Afloat. Can It Last?

Europe’s high-end fashion houses are riding a burst of AI-fuelled wealth creation in the US. But growing concentration of wealth and a shrinking pipeline of new aspirational luxury shoppers could test the strength of the market.

Luxury

US Resilience Is Keeping Luxury Brands Afloat. Can It Last?

Europe’s high-end fashion houses are riding a burst of AI-fuelled wealth creation in the US. But growing concentration of wealth and a shrinking pipeline of new aspirational luxury shoppers could test the strength of the market.


Retail

Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO

A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.

Retail

Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO

A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.


Sports

Nike Shareholders Reject Climate Proposal Backed by Norway Wealth Fund

The proposal urged more transparency about the company’s climate goals, including the disclosure of details on how the sportswear maker intends to achieve emissions-reduction targets.

Sports

Nike Shareholders Reject Climate Proposal Backed by Norway Wealth Fund

The proposal urged more transparency about the company’s climate goals, including the disclosure of details on how the sportswear maker intends to achieve emissions-reduction targets.


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Beauty

Report: CVC Explores $2 Billion Sale of Dr Teal’s Parent Company

Talks for a potential sale of Arthea, formerly known as ⁠PDC Brands, are at an early stage in a busy year for personal care mergers and acquisitions.

Beauty

Report: CVC Explores $2 Billion Sale of Dr Teal’s Parent Company

Talks for a potential sale of Arthea, formerly known as ⁠PDC Brands, are at an early stage in a busy year for personal care mergers and acquisitions.


Retail

Bag Brand Strathberry Nabs Minority Investment as It Eyes International Expansion

The Edinburgh-based label is entering a new partnership with Soho Square Capital as it gets ready to open its first store outside the UK.

Retail

Bag Brand Strathberry Nabs Minority Investment as It Eyes International Expansion

The Edinburgh-based label is entering a new partnership with Soho Square Capital as it gets ready to open its first store outside the UK.


Beauty

Dior Pushes ‘Haute Wellness’ Strategy

The label’s powerful beauty division is upgrading its spa offering and hiring Pilates instructors and sleep experts as it goes head-to-head with hotels and retreats in a bid to tap the buoyant high-end wellness market.

Beauty

Dior Pushes ‘Haute Wellness’ Strategy

The label’s powerful beauty division is upgrading its spa offering and hiring Pilates instructors and sleep experts as it goes head-to-head with hotels and retreats in a bid to tap the buoyant high-end wellness market.


Workplace & Talent

Can AI Ignite a New Generation of Fashion Tradespeople?

As artificial intelligence reshapes perceptions of white-collar work and four-year degrees face greater scrutiny, fashion brands see an opening to rebuild a dwindling pipeline of skilled craftspeople.

Workplace & Talent

Can AI Ignite a New Generation of Fashion Tradespeople?

As artificial intelligence reshapes perceptions of white-collar work and four-year degrees face greater scrutiny, fashion brands see an opening to rebuild a dwindling pipeline of skilled craftspeople.