Report: Shein Postpones IPO to September
Shein has pushed back its market debut following a delay in taking investor orders for its Hong Kong IPO at a reduced valuation, the South China Morning Post reported.
Podcasts
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Retail
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Retail Hurricane with Doug Stephens
Listen to Doug Stephens aka the Retail Prophet discuss the death of wholesale, the shift to direct-to-consumer, embracing uncertainty and how to confront Amazon.
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Retail Hurricane with Doug Stephens
Listen to Doug Stephens aka the Retail Prophet discuss the death of wholesale, the shift to direct-to-consumer, embracing uncertainty and how to confront Amazon.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Streetwear Takeover
BoF’s editor-at-large reflects on the latest cycle of menswear shows, including the high-profile streetwear takeover in Paris, and what they say about the future of men’s fashion.
The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Streetwear Takeover
BoF’s editor-at-large reflects on the latest cycle of menswear shows, including the high-profile streetwear takeover in Paris, and what they say about the future of men’s fashion.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Business of Wellness
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, co-founders of mindbodygreen Jason and Colleen Wachob discuss cutting-edge trends in health and wellbeing, how they intersect with fashion and bringing wellness into the workplace.
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Business of Wellness
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, co-founders of mindbodygreen Jason and Colleen Wachob discuss cutting-edge trends in health and wellbeing, how they intersect with fashion and bringing wellness into the workplace.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Alexander McQueen Documentary
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, the co-directors of the new Alexander McQueen documentary talk to BoF's Tim Blanks about Lee’s inner circle, their approach to filmmaking, and tackling the controversies.
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Alexander McQueen Documentary
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, the co-directors of the new Alexander McQueen documentary talk to BoF's Tim Blanks about Lee’s inner circle, their approach to filmmaking, and tackling the controversies.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast Episode 52: The Myths and Realities of Nutrition: ‘Diets Don’t Work’
Entrepreneur and consultant Dr Khosro Ezaz-Nikpay explores the myths and realities of nutrition, unpacking the societal fascination with diets and the socio-economic costs of poor health.
The BoF Podcast Episode 52: The Myths and Realities of Nutrition: ‘Diets Don’t Work’
Entrepreneur and consultant Dr Khosro Ezaz-Nikpay explores the myths and realities of nutrition, unpacking the societal fascination with diets and the socio-economic costs of poor health.
Technology
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Digital Revolution with LVMH’s Ian Rogers
LVMH's chief digital officer discusses the birth of the digital music business, LVMH's digital strategy and France's potential as a hotbed for entrepreneurial tech talent.
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Digital Revolution with LVMH’s Ian Rogers
LVMH's chief digital officer discusses the birth of the digital music business, LVMH's digital strategy and France's potential as a hotbed for entrepreneurial tech talent.
News & Analysis
The Business of Fashion Podcast Episode 51: Why Age Is Irrelevant
“Age doesn’t matter, it’s a myth we’re told and we tell ourselves,” says the fitness guru and media entrepreneur.
The Business of Fashion Podcast Episode 51: Why Age Is Irrelevant
“Age doesn’t matter, it’s a myth we’re told and we tell ourselves,” says the fitness guru and media entrepreneur.
News & Analysis
The Business of Fashion Podcast Episode 50: Algorithms and Unicorns
Married entrepreneurs Neil Blumenthal of Warby Parker and Rachel Blumenthal of Rockets of Awesome discuss entrepreneurship in the digital age.
The Business of Fashion Podcast Episode 50: Algorithms and Unicorns
Married entrepreneurs Neil Blumenthal of Warby Parker and Rachel Blumenthal of Rockets of Awesome discuss entrepreneurship in the digital age.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Inside Chip Bergh’s Levi’s Turnaround
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, Levi’s chief executive Chip Bergh talks to Imran Amed about his 30-year career, overhauling the denim brand and what it takes to be a great CEO.
The BoF Podcast: Inside Chip Bergh’s Levi’s Turnaround
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, Levi’s chief executive Chip Bergh talks to Imran Amed about his 30-year career, overhauling the denim brand and what it takes to be a great CEO.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Magic and Math of Digital Marketing
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, Paper magazine’s Drew Elliott talks to Imran Amed about breaking the internet and the ‘magic and math’ formula for digital marketing explained in depth in his online education course for BoF.
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Magic and Math of Digital Marketing
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, Paper magazine’s Drew Elliott talks to Imran Amed about breaking the internet and the ‘magic and math’ formula for digital marketing explained in depth in his online education course for BoF.
News & Analysis
The Business of Fashion Podcast Episode 49: Modest Fashion
Halima Aden — the first hijab-wearing fashion model on the runways in New York and Milan — and Carine Roitfeld discuss modest dressing as a cultural and political issue.
The Business of Fashion Podcast Episode 49: Modest Fashion
Halima Aden — the first hijab-wearing fashion model on the runways in New York and Milan — and Carine Roitfeld discuss modest dressing as a cultural and political issue.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Inside Sinéad Burke’s Inclusive Fashion Movement
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, Sinéad Burke talks to Imran Amed about what she’s going to do with her newfound influence and gives advice to designers and chief executives on how to make fashion more inclusive.
The BoF Podcast: Inside Sinéad Burke’s Inclusive Fashion Movement
In the latest episode of Inside Fashion, Sinéad Burke talks to Imran Amed about what she’s going to do with her newfound influence and gives advice to designers and chief executives on how to make fashion more inclusive.
The News in Brief
Lululemon Senior Executive Exits in Third Recent Departure
The top communications officer at the company is leaving, adding to the list of executives departing ahead of CEO Heidi O’Neill’s arrival.
Trump Picks White House Ally Overton to Lead Embattled FDA
The US president chose an ally to steady an agency shaken by staff losses, low morale and fights over vaccines and drug approvals.
JD Sports Cuts Outlook as Shoppers Curb Spending on Sneakers
The retailer cut its profit outlook after weaker-than-expected sales in the quarter, as customers grapple with cost-of-living pressures and pull back on discretionary spending.
Coty Beats Quarterly Revenue, Calls Fiscal 2027 ‘Transition Year’ on Business Overhaul
The cosmetics giant has also appointed Soraya Benchikh as chief financial officer, replacing Laurent Mercier.
TJ Maxx, Marshalls Suffer Slowdowns as US Spending Tapers
TJX Companies reported slowdowns at the off-price apparel chains on Wednesday, fueling concerns about a pullback in US consumer spending.
Estée Lauder Forecasts Annual Profit Above Estimates on Strong China Demand
The US cosmetics giant lifted its profit guidance on Wednesday, betting on sustained spending on premium fragrances and strong performance in China.
China’s Biggest Beauty Firm to Expand in US With Ulta Deal
Proya Cosmetics is partnering with the beauty retailer to grow in the US as it faces fierce competition in its home market.