The News In Brief

Michael Kors Parent Capri Tops Quarterly Revenue Estimate
Capri Holdings surpassed second-quarter revenue estimates and announced a $1 billion share repurchase program.

India’s Modi Faces Demands From Exporters to Ease Trump’s Tariff Pain
Industries such as footwear and textiles in India are asking prime minister Narendra Modi for support dealing with the fallout from steep US tariffs on Indian goods.

Primark Could Be Split From AB Foods’ Other Operations, Company Says
Associated British Foods is considering separating its Primark fashion chain from its food businesses after reporting a 13 percent drop in full-year profit.

After China’s Long Retail Downturn, CEOs See Consumer Spending Coming Back
Western brands in China are seeing a cautious recovery in consumer spending, with some executives expressing optimism about market acceleration.

Fueguia 1833 Unveils First London Boutique
The niche fragrance brand has brought its collection of 120 perfumes to a new two-floor Mount Street location, alongside an exclusive collection of 'vintage' scents.

Ralph Lauren, Thom Browne Win CFDA Awards
Ashlynn Park received emerging designer of the year and Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen took home accessories in a night heavy on repeat winners.

Teen Vogue Merges With Vogue.com
Chloe Malle, Vogue’s head of editorial content, will assume editorial control of the youth-centred imprint, while editor-in-chief Versha Sharma will exit Condé Nast.

Skims Appoints Ami Colé Founder for Upcoming Beauty Division
Diarrha N’Diaye has been appointed executive vice president of Skims’ highly anticipated beauty and fragrance business, effective Monday.

Kimberly-Clark to Buy Tylenol Owner Kenvue in $40 Billion Deal
Kimberly-Clark Corp. agreed to buy Kenvue Inc. in a cash and stock deal that values the consumer-health company that owns brands like Tylenol at about $40 billion.

Tirtir Appoints V from BTS as Global Brand Ambassador
The Korean makeup brand, which launched in Ulta Beauty in August, has tapped the K-Pop superstar to front their ongoing global expansion.

Jane Lauder Announces New Investment Firm
The granddaughter of Estée Lauder, and most recently the Estée Lauder Companies chief data officer, has founded TAW Ventures to support brands in the pet care space.

Amiri Named Official Formalwear Partner for FC Barcelona
Mike Amiri’s namesake brand is diving deeper into the sports world through a new partnership with La Liga’s FC Barcelona.