British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Global Markets
Relief in Southeast Asia As Trump’s Tariffs Level Playing Field
Major garment producers like Vietnam and Cambodia now face similar tariff rates of around 20 percent, lower than previously threatened.
Relief in Southeast Asia As Trump’s Tariffs Level Playing Field
Major garment producers like Vietnam and Cambodia now face similar tariff rates of around 20 percent, lower than previously threatened.
Global Markets
Modest Fashion’s Big Asia Opportunity
Global players, as well as brands and retailers from neighbouring Southeast Asian countries, are coming up against growing consumer loyalty for local players as well as hyper-localised business environments and cultural needs.
Modest Fashion’s Big Asia Opportunity
Global players, as well as brands and retailers from neighbouring Southeast Asian countries, are coming up against growing consumer loyalty for local players as well as hyper-localised business environments and cultural needs.
Beauty
Can Halal Cosmetics Ride the Clean Beauty Wave?
Halal cosmetics are gaining traction beyond the core demographic of observant Muslim consumers thanks to the vegan and ethical beauty movements. But running a halal brand has its challenges.
Can Halal Cosmetics Ride the Clean Beauty Wave?
Halal cosmetics are gaining traction beyond the core demographic of observant Muslim consumers thanks to the vegan and ethical beauty movements. But running a halal brand has its challenges.
News & Analysis
Alibaba Group President Faces Criminal Charges in Malaysian Bond Scandal
Michael Evans, like 16 others charged, now faces custodial sentences and criminal fines in a case with global ramifications.
Alibaba Group President Faces Criminal Charges in Malaysian Bond Scandal
Michael Evans, like 16 others charged, now faces custodial sentences and criminal fines in a case with global ramifications.
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News & Analysis
Alibaba Confirms Regional Logistics Hub in Malaysia
The company confirmed reports that it will set up a logistics hub in the Malaysian capital that will serve as the Chinese e-commerce company's regional distribution hub.
Alibaba Confirms Regional Logistics Hub in Malaysia
The company confirmed reports that it will set up a logistics hub in the Malaysian capital that will serve as the Chinese e-commerce company's regional distribution hub.
Financial Markets
Report: Jack Ma to Launch Alibaba Distribution Hub in Malaysia
The hub would be sited within a 24,700-acre development led by airport operator Malaysia Airports Holdings that is expected to generate more than $1.58 billion worth of domestic and foreign investments.
Report: Jack Ma to Launch Alibaba Distribution Hub in Malaysia
The hub would be sited within a 24,700-acre development led by airport operator Malaysia Airports Holdings that is expected to generate more than $1.58 billion worth of domestic and foreign investments.
News & Analysis
Malaysia’s Growth Slows Less Than Expected on Exports, Services
Malaysia’s economic growth slowed less than expected after overseas shipments and factory output held up, a rebound that may prove short-lived as investment falters.
Malaysia’s Growth Slows Less Than Expected on Exports, Services
Malaysia’s economic growth slowed less than expected after overseas shipments and factory output held up, a rebound that may prove short-lived as investment falters.
Global Markets
Malaysia's Magnetic Pull
Comprehending Malaysia’s dynamic fashion market is about understanding its fans and neighbours as much as its melting pot culture. This instalment of Market GPS is sponsored by Marvin Traub Associates.
Malaysia's Magnetic Pull
Comprehending Malaysia’s dynamic fashion market is about understanding its fans and neighbours as much as its melting pot culture. This instalment of Market GPS is sponsored by Marvin Traub Associates.
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The News in Brief
Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.
Hermès Sales Climb, Boosted by US
Hermès second quarter sales rose 7 percent, lifted by a recovery in tourism in Europe and strong demand in the US.
Shein Discloses FTC Probe in US, Warns of Significant Payments
According to documents the ultra-fast-fashion company filed in connection with its planned Hong Kong IPO, Shein is cooperating with the investigation and could face significant fines.
Frasers Group Takes a Position in Burberry
The billionaire Mike Ashley’s investment arm disclosed Tuesday it holds an interest worth a potential 4.2 percent of the voting rights in Burberry.
EssilorLuxottica Beats Forecasts, AI Glasses and Myopia Products Drive Growth
The Franco-Italian eyewear maker reported a 15 percent rise in first-half profit, beating expectations, while revenue growth was driven by strong demand for AI-enabled glasses myopia products.
Whoop Names Kyle Leahy Chief Commercial Officer
Leahy joins the wearables brand from Glossier, where she was chief executive for three years.
Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.