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Macy's Shares Soar Following Hudson Bay Co. Takeover Rumour

Hudson Bay Co. and Macy's are apparently in preliminary stages of discussions that also include a possible deal for the department store's real estate.


News & Analysis

Furniture Billionaire Weighs Buying Way Into Japan Apparel

The move would pit furniture seller Nitori Holdings Co. against rivals including Fast Retailing Co., Asia’s largest clothier.


Retail

Daniella Vitale Named CEO of Barneys New York

In a long-expected succession plan, chief executive Mark Lee has been named executive chairman, reporting to Richard Perry. 


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Management and Creative Shake-Up At Richemont, Tisci Exits Givenchy

This week, Richmont appointed Andrew Maag as chief executive officer of Dunhill, and Chloé confirmed the departure of creative director Clare Waight Keller.


Retail

Abercrombie & Fitch Names Merchandising Head as CEO

Fran Horowitz replaces Michael Jeffries, who stepped down in 2014 after over two decades at the helm.


Luxury

Kors vs. Coach: Which is Best Positioned to Buy Kate Spade?

Two of Kate Spade’s biggest competitors are reportedly considering buying the accessible luxury brand. Which is likely to win — and should either of them be bidding in the first place?


News & Analysis

Fashion Industry Remains Silent at Trump’s Immigration Ban

While the giants of Silicon Valley took public stances against President Trump’s immigration order, the silence from fashion's largest companies has been deafening.


News & Analysis

Hollister Bets Bras Can Make It Cool Again

Hollister parent Abercrombie & Fitch Co. has announced the reintroduction of its Gilly Hicks label.


Retail

Abercrombie Cuts 150 Corporate Jobs as Comeback Remains Elusive

The cutbacks are meant to “ensure we are structured appropriately for the current retail environment,” the New Albany, Ohio-based company said in a statement.


Beauty

Ulta Shines as Rare Bright Spot in Retail as Makeup Demand Soars

Shares of the company surged 38 percent last year, about four times higher than the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index’s gain.