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Stores

New Balance’s India Partner to Introduce More Global Brands in Expansion

Brandman Retail plans to bring brands such as Salomon and Anta to the Indian market and more than quintuple its store count by 2028, betting on rising demand for global labels.

Stores

New Balance’s India Partner to Introduce More Global Brands in Expansion

Brandman Retail plans to bring brands such as Salomon and Anta to the Indian market and more than quintuple its store count by 2028, betting on rising demand for global labels.


Creative Class

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.

Creative Class

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.


Retail

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.

Retail

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.


Retail

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.”

Retail

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.”


Beauty

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.

Beauty

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.


Luxury

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.

Luxury

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.


Retail

Saks Wins Approval to Exit Bankruptcy After Reorganising

Under Saks Global’s plan, which US bankruptcy judge Alfredo Perez called ‘an extraordinary result,’ the company will reduce its funded debt from $3.4 billion to about $1.2 billion.

Retail

Saks Wins Approval to Exit Bankruptcy After Reorganising

Under Saks Global’s plan, which US bankruptcy judge Alfredo Perez called ‘an extraordinary result,’ the company will reduce its funded debt from $3.4 billion to about $1.2 billion.


Beauty

Peloton Acquires Pilates Startup Skōp In Growing Wellness Push

The US exercise equipment company acquired Pilates-focused startup Skōp as it looks to expand its offerings and attract new users amid a broader turnaround effort.

Beauty

Peloton Acquires Pilates Startup Skōp In Growing Wellness Push

The US exercise equipment company acquired Pilates-focused startup Skōp as it looks to expand its offerings and attract new users amid a broader turnaround effort.


Retail

Lululemon Trims Outlook, Adding Pressure Ahead of New CEO

The weak guidance adds to pressure on Lululemon’s management, which is contending with increased competition from upstart brands and product issues.

Retail

Lululemon Trims Outlook, Adding Pressure Ahead of New CEO

The weak guidance adds to pressure on Lululemon’s management, which is contending with increased competition from upstart brands and product issues.


Luxury

OTB Takes Full Control of Viktor & Rolf

The Italian fashion group behind Diesel and Maison Margiela is taking full ownership of the avant-garde haute couture house, acquiring the remaining 30 percent it didn’t already own. Founders Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren remain creative directors.

Luxury

OTB Takes Full Control of Viktor & Rolf

The Italian fashion group behind Diesel and Maison Margiela is taking full ownership of the avant-garde haute couture house, acquiring the remaining 30 percent it didn’t already own. Founders Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren remain creative directors.


Retail

Neiman Marcus to Close Dallas Flagship

The landmark department store, which is over 100 years old, is another casualty of Saks Global’s Chapter 11 restructuring.

Retail

Neiman Marcus to Close Dallas Flagship

The landmark department store, which is over 100 years old, is another casualty of Saks Global’s Chapter 11 restructuring.


Retail

Macy’s Raises Annual Forecast as Luxury Focus Draws Affluent Shoppers

The US retailer posted its first quarterly sales growth in nearly four years, driven by strong demand for high-end products at its Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury stores.

Retail

Macy’s Raises Annual Forecast as Luxury Focus Draws Affluent Shoppers

The US retailer posted its first quarterly sales growth in nearly four years, driven by strong demand for high-end products at its Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury stores.