The News In Brief

On Names Frank Sluis as CFO
Sluis is taking the reins on the company’s finances as Martin Hoffman continues his transition as the company’s full-chief executive.

On Names Frank Sluis as CFO
Sluis is taking the reins on the company’s finances as Martin Hoffman continues his transition as the company’s full-chief executive.

Boots CEO Ornella Barra Steps Down
Ornella Barra is stepping down after leading the UK drug store chain for almost a decade.

Boots CEO Ornella Barra Steps Down
Ornella Barra is stepping down after leading the UK drug store chain for almost a decade.

LVMH Drives Luxury Stocks Down After Results Disappoint
The French group said sales in the key Chinese market grew in the quarter, but the results were less encouraging than expected in the wake of more upbeat comments on China from Richemont and Burberry earlier this month.

LVMH Drives Luxury Stocks Down After Results Disappoint
The French group said sales in the key Chinese market grew in the quarter, but the results were less encouraging than expected in the wake of more upbeat comments on China from Richemont and Burberry earlier this month.

M.ph by Mary Phillips Appoints CEO From Ouai
Hannah Beals has been appointed to lead the early-stage makeup artistry label, which launched August 2025.

M.ph by Mary Phillips Appoints CEO From Ouai
Hannah Beals has been appointed to lead the early-stage makeup artistry label, which launched August 2025.

Sydney Sweeney Launches Lingerie Line Syrn
The ‘Euphoria’ actress made a splash earlier this week scaling the Hollywood sign and strewing it with bras ahead of the launch of her new brand.

Sydney Sweeney Launches Lingerie Line Syrn
The ‘Euphoria’ actress made a splash earlier this week scaling the Hollywood sign and strewing it with bras ahead of the launch of her new brand.

TikTok Star Khaby Lame Signs $975 Million Deal to Monetise Global Fan Base
Lame is partnering with Rich Sparkle Holdings Ltd. to turn his 360 million social-media followers into a commercial venture.

TikTok Star Khaby Lame Signs $975 Million Deal to Monetise Global Fan Base
Lame is partnering with Rich Sparkle Holdings Ltd. to turn his 360 million social-media followers into a commercial venture.

Shein Could Face EU Investigation but No Interim Measure, Commission Official Says
The ultra-fast-fashion giant is unlikely to face an order to suspend its website.

Shein Could Face EU Investigation but No Interim Measure, Commission Official Says
The ultra-fast-fashion giant is unlikely to face an order to suspend its website.

Phia Raises $35 Million Series A
The round values the Phoebe Gates-co-founded price-comparison platform at $185 million.

Phia Raises $35 Million Series A
The round values the Phoebe Gates-co-founded price-comparison platform at $185 million.

India and European Union Sign Free Trade Agreement
The deal is expected to ease market access for key European products, including cars and wine, in return for easier Indian exports of textiles, gems and pharmaceuticals.

India and European Union Sign Free Trade Agreement
The deal is expected to ease market access for key European products, including cars and wine, in return for easier Indian exports of textiles, gems and pharmaceuticals.

Anta Sports to Buy 29% Stake in Puma for $1.8 Billion
The Pinault family agreed to sell its 29 percent stake in Puma to China’s Anta, paring back its holdings beyond luxury as it focuses on a turnaround at Gucci.

Anta Sports to Buy 29% Stake in Puma for $1.8 Billion
The Pinault family agreed to sell its 29 percent stake in Puma to China’s Anta, paring back its holdings beyond luxury as it focuses on a turnaround at Gucci.

Tracksmith Founder Passes CEO Baton to Converse Veteran
Matt Taylor, founder of the collegiate-inspired running brand will be succeeded by Jared Carver, Converse’s former CEO and president.

Tracksmith Founder Passes CEO Baton to Converse Veteran
Matt Taylor, founder of the collegiate-inspired running brand will be succeeded by Jared Carver, Converse’s former CEO and president.

Nike Slashes 775 Jobs in US to Speed Up Automation, Boost Profit
The cuts will primarily impact distribution centre roles in Tennessee and Mississippi, where the sneaker giant operates large warehouses, Reuters reported.

Nike Slashes 775 Jobs in US to Speed Up Automation, Boost Profit
The cuts will primarily impact distribution centre roles in Tennessee and Mississippi, where the sneaker giant operates large warehouses, Reuters reported.