L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
activewear
Sports
Nike’s Latest SEC Filing Revives Converse Sale Speculation
In a document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company’s management has approved a plan for organisational changes expected to cost the brand nearly $300 million. One analyst posited the target could be its struggling subsidiary.
Nike’s Latest SEC Filing Revives Converse Sale Speculation
In a document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company’s management has approved a plan for organisational changes expected to cost the brand nearly $300 million. One analyst posited the target could be its struggling subsidiary.
Sports
Asics Buys Marathon Registration Platforms to Boost Running-Shoe Sales
The Japanese sportswear brand is accelerating global expansion by acquiring race-registration platforms to deepen engagement with runners.
Asics Buys Marathon Registration Platforms to Boost Running-Shoe Sales
The Japanese sportswear brand is accelerating global expansion by acquiring race-registration platforms to deepen engagement with runners.
Sports
What Is Nike Doing With Its ACG Label?
The activewear giant seems intent on turning its nearly 40-year-old niche outdoor fashion brand into a mainstream success. The plan hinges on convincing backpackers and athletes its rugged technical gear can perform just as well as The North Face or Arc’teryx.
What Is Nike Doing With Its ACG Label?
The activewear giant seems intent on turning its nearly 40-year-old niche outdoor fashion brand into a mainstream success. The plan hinges on convincing backpackers and athletes its rugged technical gear can perform just as well as The North Face or Arc’teryx.
Sports
Sportswear Brand On Sees Possible Boost From Lower US Tariff Rate
The Swiss sportswear brand forecast at least 23 percent sales growth in 2026 and an increase in its annual profit margin.
Sportswear Brand On Sees Possible Boost From Lower US Tariff Rate
The Swiss sportswear brand forecast at least 23 percent sales growth in 2026 and an increase in its annual profit margin.
Sports
Puma Forecasts Another Year of Losses, Scraps Dividend
Puma warned 2026 will be a transition year as it liquidates excess inventories, revamps marketing and develops new products to position itself for a turnaround.
Puma Forecasts Another Year of Losses, Scraps Dividend
Puma warned 2026 will be a transition year as it liquidates excess inventories, revamps marketing and develops new products to position itself for a turnaround.
Sustainability
Wool Workout Clothes? The Demand Is Growing
The consumer base for activewear made of natural materials like cotton and wool is growing, as more people on the political right join progressives in worrying about the health effects of polyester and other synthetics.
Wool Workout Clothes? The Demand Is Growing
The consumer base for activewear made of natural materials like cotton and wool is growing, as more people on the political right join progressives in worrying about the health effects of polyester and other synthetics.
Sports
Lululemon Faces Second See-Through Leggings Issue in Less Than a Month
A new pair of leggings is being called out for being see-through when wearers bend or squat, adding to the activewear maker’s challenges.
Lululemon Faces Second See-Through Leggings Issue in Less Than a Month
A new pair of leggings is being called out for being see-through when wearers bend or squat, adding to the activewear maker’s challenges.
Sports
How Fashion Is Breaking Through the Super Bowl Noise
Building on fashion’s breakout Super Bowl in 2025, brands are getting even more creative in how they show up this year as the frenzy around the Big Game reaches new heights.
How Fashion Is Breaking Through the Super Bowl Noise
Building on fashion’s breakout Super Bowl in 2025, brands are getting even more creative in how they show up this year as the frenzy around the Big Game reaches new heights.
Sports
How the Winterwear Boom Reshaped Fashion’s Olympic Playbook
At Milano Cortina, brands are turning the Winter Games into a category marketing machine for winterwear, using uniforms, fan gear and post-Games athlete deals to drive growth.
How the Winterwear Boom Reshaped Fashion’s Olympic Playbook
At Milano Cortina, brands are turning the Winter Games into a category marketing machine for winterwear, using uniforms, fan gear and post-Games athlete deals to drive growth.
Sports
Tracksmith Founder Passes CEO Baton to Converse Veteran
Matt Taylor, founder of the collegiate-inspired running brand will be succeeded by Jared Carver, Converse’s former CEO and president.
Tracksmith Founder Passes CEO Baton to Converse Veteran
Matt Taylor, founder of the collegiate-inspired running brand will be succeeded by Jared Carver, Converse’s former CEO and president.
Retail
Fashion Enters Its Wellbeing Era
Fashion brands are opening wellbeing-adjacent 'third spaces' and seeking other opportunities to integrate wellness as shoppers devote more spending to their health, according to the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2026.
Fashion Enters Its Wellbeing Era
Fashion brands are opening wellbeing-adjacent 'third spaces' and seeking other opportunities to integrate wellness as shoppers devote more spending to their health, according to the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2026.
Sports
Lululemon Founder Slams Board After See-Through Leggings Fiasco
Founder Chip Wilson criticised the company’s board as an ‘operational failure’ following the poor launch of its Get Low see-through leggings.
Lululemon Founder Slams Board After See-Through Leggings Fiasco
Founder Chip Wilson criticised the company’s board as an ‘operational failure’ following the poor launch of its Get Low see-through leggings.
The News in Brief
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Kimberly-Clark Prepares Asset Sales to Win EU Nod for Kenvue Deal
The US consumer goods giant is preparing concessions to address EU antitrust concerns about its bid for Tylenol maker Kenvue that could help it win approval for the $40 billion deal, sources told Reuters.
Kevin.Murphy Appoints New CEO
The Australian hair care brand has named Elisa Fischer its new global chief executive as it looks to push deeper into international markets.