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US and China Reach Deal to Transfer TikTok Ownership, Trade Official Says
The framework agreement is a breakthrough in the long-running dispute over TikTok’s ownership.
WHO Backs Weight-Loss Drugs for Obesity
An expert committee concluded that GLP-1 drugs are integral to developing a global standard of care for obesity, according to draft guidance from the agency.
VF Corp. Sells Dickies to Bluestar Alliance
VF Corp. sold off the struggling heritage workwear label for $600 million.
Fading Labubu Frenzy Wipes $13 Billion From Pop Mart Shares
Pop Mart sees stock tumble nearly 9 percent after JPMorgan downgraded the Chinese toymaker due to concerns over fading hype for its Labubu dolls.
How Beauty Retailers Can Use Amazon to Their Advantage
Many premium beauty brands now view the e-commerce giant as a core part of their distribution strategy, and few holdouts remain. Retailers like Sephora and Space NK can use brands’ presence on Amazon to translate to higher sales and better forecasting — if they read the tea leaves right.
Elephant Tusks, Villas and a Warhol Portrait Shared Out in Armani’s Will
The will outlines Giorgio Armani’s wishes for his more singular possessions as well as the future of the luxury empire he founded.
Swatch to Hike Prices in US Due to Tariffs, CEO Says
The Swiss watch company plans to increase prices in the US between 5 percent and 15 percent, depending on the brand, because of the new US tariff.
Why Fashion and Television Are Cosier Than Ever
Fashion’s budding love affair with TV was on full display at this year’s Emmy Awards, where brands large and small dressed the industry’s next crop of likely ambassadors.
Taking The Effort Out Of Staying Informed: Introducing The BoF Professional Partner Hub
In today’s evolving fashion, luxury and beauty industries, teams don’t just need more content to make better decisions — they need tools to learn and develop faster. BoF Professional delivers.
Princess Noura bint Faisal Al Saud Named CEO of Jay3lle
The Saudi fashion leader will helm the brand launched by J.Lindeberg founder Johan Lindeberg and his daughter Blue as it embarks on international expansion.
At NYFW, Willy Chavarria Puts Politics Aside for Womenswear Debut
In a salon-style presentation at Printemps, the designer unveiled his first full women’s collection — a departure from his politically charged menswear shows.
Does Brunello Cucinelli Have the Answers to Luxury’s Problems?
The ‘quiet luxury’ Italian cashmere label that’s still generating double-digit sales growth amid a sharp downturn in luxury demand has cast itself as the tortoise to the wider sector’s hare.