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LVMH’s New Super Yacht Is Courting Tech Billionaires
In a joint venture with French hotelier Accor, LVMH launched its first yacht luxury experience under its luxury travel brand Orient Express.

LVMH’s New Super Yacht Is Courting Tech Billionaires
In a joint venture with French hotelier Accor, LVMH launched its first yacht luxury experience under its luxury travel brand Orient Express.

Amazon Prime Day Sales Rise 9%, Driven by Inflation
The four-day shopping event drove $26.4 billion in total spending, according to data firm Adobe Analytics.

Amazon Prime Day Sales Rise 9%, Driven by Inflation
The four-day shopping event drove $26.4 billion in total spending, according to data firm Adobe Analytics.

In Sweltering Paris, Louis Vuitton’s Waterfall Show Draws Scrutiny
Imagery from the installation rekindled debate over how fashion brands use the city and its landmarks for commercial purposes.

In Sweltering Paris, Louis Vuitton’s Waterfall Show Draws Scrutiny
Imagery from the installation rekindled debate over how fashion brands use the city and its landmarks for commercial purposes.

Zalando Probed by German Regulator Over Disclosure Issue
Germany’s financial regulator is investigating Zalando after it failed to note in its annual report that Danish billionaire and biggest shareholder Anders Holch Povlsen also held a stake in a company it bought last year.

Zalando Probed by German Regulator Over Disclosure Issue
Germany’s financial regulator is investigating Zalando after it failed to note in its annual report that Danish billionaire and biggest shareholder Anders Holch Povlsen also held a stake in a company it bought last year.

Swatch Seeks Damages From Samsung Over Trademark Infringement, FT Reports
Swiss watchmaker Swatch is seeking $170 million in damages in a lawsuit against Samsung in which it claims the South Korean electronics giant allowed digital clones of Swatch watches on Samsung smartwatches, the Financial Times reported on Friday citing court documents.

Swatch Seeks Damages From Samsung Over Trademark Infringement, FT Reports
Swiss watchmaker Swatch is seeking $170 million in damages in a lawsuit against Samsung in which it claims the South Korean electronics giant allowed digital clones of Swatch watches on Samsung smartwatches, the Financial Times reported on Friday citing court documents.

Lululemon Shareholders Back Board After Truce With Founder
Lululemon shareholders elected three management-backed directors, including former Levi Strauss chief Chip Bergh, cementing the settlement of a bruising proxy battle with its founder and paving the way for the incoming CEO to focus on reviving the athleisure brand.

Lululemon Shareholders Back Board After Truce With Founder
Lululemon shareholders elected three management-backed directors, including former Levi Strauss chief Chip Bergh, cementing the settlement of a bruising proxy battle with its founder and paving the way for the incoming CEO to focus on reviving the athleisure brand.
The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026: Winners Announced
Wavy, Secret Alchemist, Sarelly, Dr. Diamond’s Metacine, Borntostandout and Suri are the winners of The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026, honoured on Thursday at the Global Forum in Napa Valley, California.
The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026: Winners Announced
Wavy, Secret Alchemist, Sarelly, Dr. Diamond’s Metacine, Borntostandout and Suri are the winners of The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026, honoured on Thursday at the Global Forum in Napa Valley, California.

Mid-World Cup, On Eyes Entry Into Football
The fast-growing Swiss running brand plans to leverage its robotic manufacturing to disrupt a lucrative soccer lifestyle market currently dominated by Nike and Adidas.

Mid-World Cup, On Eyes Entry Into Football
The fast-growing Swiss running brand plans to leverage its robotic manufacturing to disrupt a lucrative soccer lifestyle market currently dominated by Nike and Adidas.

H&M Profit Misses Estimates as Turnaround Questions Persist
H&M reported weaker-than-expected second-quarter earnings, posing a fresh challenge to the Swedish fast-fashion retailer’s turnaround efforts amid intense competition and cautious consumer spending.

H&M Profit Misses Estimates as Turnaround Questions Persist
H&M reported weaker-than-expected second-quarter earnings, posing a fresh challenge to the Swedish fast-fashion retailer’s turnaround efforts amid intense competition and cautious consumer spending.

Nike Hires Pfizer’s Denton to Take Over for Departing CFO
David Denton will take over on Aug. 17, succeeding Matthew Friend.

Nike Hires Pfizer’s Denton to Take Over for Departing CFO
David Denton will take over on Aug. 17, succeeding Matthew Friend.

Versace CEO Emmanuel Gintzburger Resigns
The executive stepped down after three years running the Italian fashion house. Prada is accelerating leadership changes as it reshapes the recently acquired luxury house.

Versace CEO Emmanuel Gintzburger Resigns
The executive stepped down after three years running the Italian fashion house. Prada is accelerating leadership changes as it reshapes the recently acquired luxury house.

UK Bans ‘Recycled’ Clothing Ads From Adidas, Uniqlo and Calvin Klein
Major retailers’ ads promoting “recycled” clothing and shoes have been banned by the UK watchdog after advertisers were unable to prove their green claims.

UK Bans ‘Recycled’ Clothing Ads From Adidas, Uniqlo and Calvin Klein
Major retailers’ ads promoting “recycled” clothing and shoes have been banned by the UK watchdog after advertisers were unable to prove their green claims.