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.
athleisure
News & Analysis
Can Adidas Repeat its Stan Smith Success Story?
As sales of the Stan Smith and the Superstar start to wane, Adidas plans to pump up other throwbacks from the back of its closet.
Can Adidas Repeat its Stan Smith Success Story?
As sales of the Stan Smith and the Superstar start to wane, Adidas plans to pump up other throwbacks from the back of its closet.
Retail
Under Armour Surges After Posting Smaller Than Expected Loss
The company posted a smaller loss than expected, renewing optimism that the athletic brand can pull out of its current slump.
Under Armour Surges After Posting Smaller Than Expected Loss
The company posted a smaller loss than expected, renewing optimism that the athletic brand can pull out of its current slump.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | How Under Armour Can Kick Back at Adidas
Under Armour should follow Nike's lead and stay focused on giving customers the performance products at the heart of its brand, argues Shelly Banjo.
Op-Ed | How Under Armour Can Kick Back at Adidas
Under Armour should follow Nike's lead and stay focused on giving customers the performance products at the heart of its brand, argues Shelly Banjo.
Luxury
Puma Raises Forecast as Turnaround Progresses
The company raised its 2017 earnings forecast after reporting sales rose by 15 percent to €1 billion, adding further momentum to its turnaround efforts.
Puma Raises Forecast as Turnaround Progresses
The company raised its 2017 earnings forecast after reporting sales rose by 15 percent to €1 billion, adding further momentum to its turnaround efforts.
Retail
JD Sports Rides Athleisure Wave to Success
Against a backdrop of job losses and bankruptcies in the rest of Britain’s retail sector, JD has found itself in a sweet spot.
JD Sports Rides Athleisure Wave to Success
Against a backdrop of job losses and bankruptcies in the rest of Britain’s retail sector, JD has found itself in a sweet spot.
China
With Reebok Expansion, Adidas Challenges Nike in China
Reebok plans to open 500 stores in China, an aggressive strategy to tap the country’s fast-growing fitness economy. Will it help parent company Adidas edge ahead of Nike?
With Reebok Expansion, Adidas Challenges Nike in China
Reebok plans to open 500 stores in China, an aggressive strategy to tap the country’s fast-growing fitness economy. Will it help parent company Adidas edge ahead of Nike?
Retail
Lululemon Results May Signal Further Squeeze for Athleisure
The last few years have seen a surge in the number of retailers offering athleisure clothes, ranging from mass-market products to $1,000 leggings.
Lululemon Results May Signal Further Squeeze for Athleisure
The last few years have seen a surge in the number of retailers offering athleisure clothes, ranging from mass-market products to $1,000 leggings.
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?
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?
Beauty
At the Gym, Selfie-Ready Makeup
Beauty brands are targeting the emerging opportunity in 'active cosmetics,' which promise to keep consumers looking good while they workout.
At the Gym, Selfie-Ready Makeup
Beauty brands are targeting the emerging opportunity in 'active cosmetics,' which promise to keep consumers looking good while they workout.
Retail
Adidas CEO to Bet on US For Ambitious Profit Targets
Much hinges on whether the German sportswear firm can keep up the momentum in the US market.
Adidas CEO to Bet on US For Ambitious Profit Targets
Much hinges on whether the German sportswear firm can keep up the momentum in the US market.
News & Analysis
Athleisure Makeup Has The Cosmetics Industry Breaking A Sweat
"Cosmetics brands are catering to fitness enthusiasts' desire to look good in and out of the gym."
Athleisure Makeup Has The Cosmetics Industry Breaking A Sweat
"Cosmetics brands are catering to fitness enthusiasts' desire to look good in and out of the gym."
News & Analysis
Under Armour Admits It's Still Not Cool Enough
Under Armour reported disappointing earnings on Tuesday, with its sales forecast falling well short of analyst estimates.
Under Armour Admits It's Still Not Cool Enough
Under Armour reported disappointing earnings on Tuesday, with its sales forecast falling well short of analyst estimates.
The News in Brief
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.
Unilever Lifts Outlook on Strongest Volume Growth in Over A Decade
Unilever upgraded its annual forecast on Tuesday, as consumers reached for brands like Vaseline and Dove despite household budget concerns stemming from the Iran war.