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Who Is Still Doing Deals in Fashion?
In a muted deal market, investors are prioritising predictable demand, proven brand strength or heritage brands with turnaround potential.

Who Is Still Doing Deals in Fashion?
In a muted deal market, investors are prioritising predictable demand, proven brand strength or heritage brands with turnaround potential.

At Communité, Discovery, Differentiation and the Future of Luxury Retail
Following the opening of two new retail concepts in Istanbul, Boyner Group chairman and CEO Cem Boyner sat down with BoF president Nick Blunden to unpack the forces shaping the future of retail when luxury’s value proposition is under scrutiny.

At Communité, Discovery, Differentiation and the Future of Luxury Retail
Following the opening of two new retail concepts in Istanbul, Boyner Group chairman and CEO Cem Boyner sat down with BoF president Nick Blunden to unpack the forces shaping the future of retail when luxury’s value proposition is under scrutiny.

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Is Unlawful, US Judge Rules
Previous BoF analysis found hundreds of workers employed by dozens of fashion and beauty companies use the H-1B visa for skilled workers.

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Is Unlawful, US Judge Rules
Previous BoF analysis found hundreds of workers employed by dozens of fashion and beauty companies use the H-1B visa for skilled workers.

UK Watchdog Begins Formal Review of EBay’s Purchase of Depop
The Competition and Markets Authority said it will decide whether to clear the deal or refer it for in-depth investigation by Aug. 6.

UK Watchdog Begins Formal Review of EBay’s Purchase of Depop
The Competition and Markets Authority said it will decide whether to clear the deal or refer it for in-depth investigation by Aug. 6.

Printemps Names Rémy Baume CEO
Printemps has appointed Rémy Baume its new chief executive, filling a position that had been vacant since September last year. Baume’s appointment is effective immediately, the French department store chain said in a statement on Monday, citing Baume’s experience transforming retailers as an asset for “securing sustainable growth.”

Printemps Names Rémy Baume CEO
Printemps has appointed Rémy Baume its new chief executive, filling a position that had been vacant since September last year. Baume’s appointment is effective immediately, the French department store chain said in a statement on Monday, citing Baume’s experience transforming retailers as an asset for “securing sustainable growth.”

Prada Unveils New Garment for NASA
The inner-layer garment will be worn by NASA astronauts on their trip to the lunar surface, underscoring the brand’s push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry.

Prada Unveils New Garment for NASA
The inner-layer garment will be worn by NASA astronauts on their trip to the lunar surface, underscoring the brand’s push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry.

Novo Nordisk Looks Beyond Weight Loss to Longevity and Aesthetics
Novo's blockbuster drugs could pull it into buzzier areas of healthcare, chief executive Mike Doustdar said, as the Ozempic maker seeks to lessen its reliance on obesity and diabetes.

Novo Nordisk Looks Beyond Weight Loss to Longevity and Aesthetics
Novo's blockbuster drugs could pull it into buzzier areas of healthcare, chief executive Mike Doustdar said, as the Ozempic maker seeks to lessen its reliance on obesity and diabetes.

Kai Nesselrath Named Design Director of Carven
Nesselrath, a designer from Anthony Vaccarello’s Saint Laurent studio, will present his debut runway collection for the ICCF-owned label at Paris Fashion Week in the autumn.

Kai Nesselrath Named Design Director of Carven
Nesselrath, a designer from Anthony Vaccarello’s Saint Laurent studio, will present his debut runway collection for the ICCF-owned label at Paris Fashion Week in the autumn.

Why Filipino Beauty Is Taking Over the World
The rise of ‘P-beauty,’ coinciding with more cultural exports from the Philippines, is pushing homegrown brands and trends into the crowding global beauty market.

Why Filipino Beauty Is Taking Over the World
The rise of ‘P-beauty,’ coinciding with more cultural exports from the Philippines, is pushing homegrown brands and trends into the crowding global beauty market.

Men’s Fashion Media Plots Its Next Era
Editors are betting on deeper storytelling, industry access and new personalities as they compete for eyeballs with online creators.

Men’s Fashion Media Plots Its Next Era
Editors are betting on deeper storytelling, industry access and new personalities as they compete for eyeballs with online creators.

The Multibillion Dollar Battle for a Fragmented World Cup
More teams, more countries and a massive push into the American mainstream. Here is how sportswear giants and fashion houses are lining up.

The Multibillion Dollar Battle for a Fragmented World Cup
More teams, more countries and a massive push into the American mainstream. Here is how sportswear giants and fashion houses are lining up.

Zegna Lands in Los Angeles With ‘Villeggiatura’-Wear
Designer Alessandro Sartori tapped the Italian concept of retreating to a seaside or countryside villa for a cultured take on vacation dressing as the brand aims to extend its winning streak in the US.

Zegna Lands in Los Angeles With ‘Villeggiatura’-Wear
Designer Alessandro Sartori tapped the Italian concept of retreating to a seaside or countryside villa for a cultured take on vacation dressing as the brand aims to extend its winning streak in the US.