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News & Analysis

Amazon Said to Make Sportswear Push in Industry-Jolting Move

It is unwelcome news for activewear companies already struggling to stand out in a sea of competition and discounts.

News & Analysis

Amazon Said to Make Sportswear Push in Industry-Jolting Move

It is unwelcome news for activewear companies already struggling to stand out in a sea of competition and discounts.


News & Analysis

Walmart Heirs Snap Up Rapha, the British Bikewear Brand

"A slew of hungry investors, which included LVMH and the Italian private equity group Investindustrial, started to circle when rumors of a possible

News & Analysis

Walmart Heirs Snap Up Rapha, the British Bikewear Brand

"A slew of hungry investors, which included LVMH and the Italian private equity group Investindustrial, started to circle when rumors of a possible


Retail

With €1 Billion in Sales, Can Moncler Continue to Grow?

In one of the toughest years on record for the global luxury market, Moncler generated revenues exceeding €1 billion, up 18 percent on 2015. Can the company keep growing?

Retail

With €1 Billion in Sales, Can Moncler Continue to Grow?

In one of the toughest years on record for the global luxury market, Moncler generated revenues exceeding €1 billion, up 18 percent on 2015. Can the company keep growing?


Financial Markets

Gildan Tops Fourth-Quarter Profit Forecasts

Gildan shares have declined slightly more than 2 percent since the beginning of the year. The stock has decreased nearly 1 percent in the last 12 months.

Financial Markets

Gildan Tops Fourth-Quarter Profit Forecasts

Gildan shares have declined slightly more than 2 percent since the beginning of the year. The stock has decreased nearly 1 percent in the last 12 months.


China

Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market

In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.

China

Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market

In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.


China

The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers

A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.

China

The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers

A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.


News & Analysis

Why Puma is Key for Kering to Move Forward

Puma has delivered disappointing results in the near-decade since Kering acquired it, fuelling rumours of a sale — but there could be light at the end of the tunnel, argues Luca Solca.

News & Analysis

Why Puma is Key for Kering to Move Forward

Puma has delivered disappointing results in the near-decade since Kering acquired it, fuelling rumours of a sale — but there could be light at the end of the tunnel, argues Luca Solca.


News & Analysis

The Business: Dani Reiss, Canada Goose CEO

"Under Reiss’s leadership the firm has become an ambassador for Canadian craftsmanship, with all products manufactured in the country. "

News & Analysis

The Business: Dani Reiss, Canada Goose CEO

"Under Reiss’s leadership the firm has become an ambassador for Canadian craftsmanship, with all products manufactured in the country. "


Luxury

Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?

As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.

Luxury

Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?

As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.


News & Analysis

Nike Signs Long-Term Kit Deal With Chelsea Football Club

Chelsea said it represented the largest commercial deal in the Premier League club's history.

News & Analysis

Nike Signs Long-Term Kit Deal With Chelsea Football Club

Chelsea said it represented the largest commercial deal in the Premier League club's history.


News & Analysis

Why A.P.C. Invested in Outdoor Voices

Jean Touitou of A.P.C. and Tyler Haney of Outdoor Voices talk to BoF about why their partnership makes perfect business sense.

News & Analysis

Why A.P.C. Invested in Outdoor Voices

Jean Touitou of A.P.C. and Tyler Haney of Outdoor Voices talk to BoF about why their partnership makes perfect business sense.


China

Sweaty Workout Selfies Catch On as China App Fuels Fitness Boom

With at least one in four adults either overweight or obese, more upwardly mobile Chinese are beginning to value a healthy lifestyle over branded luxury goods.

China

Sweaty Workout Selfies Catch On as China App Fuels Fitness Boom

With at least one in four adults either overweight or obese, more upwardly mobile Chinese are beginning to value a healthy lifestyle over branded luxury goods.