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.
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Sports
Activist Investor Takes Over $1 Billion Stake in Lululemon
Elliott Management has acquired a stake of over $1 billion in the activewear brand and is lining up a potential CEO candidate to take over after Calvin McDonald’s departure.
Activist Investor Takes Over $1 Billion Stake in Lululemon
Elliott Management has acquired a stake of over $1 billion in the activewear brand and is lining up a potential CEO candidate to take over after Calvin McDonald’s departure.
Sports
The Debrief | The Sneaker of the Year 2025
BoF’s Brian Baskin and Sheena Butler-Young sit down with Mike Sykes to unpack the elusive 2025 sneaker of the year.
The Debrief | The Sneaker of the Year 2025
BoF’s Brian Baskin and Sheena Butler-Young sit down with Mike Sykes to unpack the elusive 2025 sneaker of the year.
Retail
This Week: Lululemon’s Low Expectations; A Potential Tariff Surprise
The athleisure giant has struggled this year, but there are bright spots. And the US Supreme Court may or may not issue its decision on Trump’s tariffs.
This Week: Lululemon’s Low Expectations; A Potential Tariff Surprise
The athleisure giant has struggled this year, but there are bright spots. And the US Supreme Court may or may not issue its decision on Trump’s tariffs.
Sports
Nike Is Restructuring — Again
Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?
Nike Is Restructuring — Again
Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?
Sports
China’s Anta Sports Said to Be Exploring a Bid for Puma
The Chinese sports apparel company is among firms exploring a potential takeover of Puma, according to people familiar with the matter.
China’s Anta Sports Said to Be Exploring a Bid for Puma
The Chinese sports apparel company is among firms exploring a potential takeover of Puma, according to people familiar with the matter.
Partner Content
At Sorel, Charting the Course for Brand Reinvention
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
At Sorel, Charting the Course for Brand Reinvention
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
Retail
Skims Secures $5 Billion Valuation
The shapewear label founded by Kim Kardashian announced it has obtained $225 million in financing on Wednesday.
Skims Secures $5 Billion Valuation
The shapewear label founded by Kim Kardashian announced it has obtained $225 million in financing on Wednesday.
Sports
Sportswear Brand On Lifts Annual Targets Again Amid Strong Demand
The Swiss brand raised its annual revenue forecast for the third time this year.
Sportswear Brand On Lifts Annual Targets Again Amid Strong Demand
The Swiss brand raised its annual revenue forecast for the third time this year.
Beauty
Can Oura Become a Forever Company?
The white-hot wearable health tracking company, now reportedly valued at $11 billion, is turning up its innovation pipeline with new products and software upgrades, but still faces a mountain to conquer the market.
Can Oura Become a Forever Company?
The white-hot wearable health tracking company, now reportedly valued at $11 billion, is turning up its innovation pipeline with new products and software upgrades, but still faces a mountain to conquer the market.
Beauty
Alo Yoga Is Coming for Your Spa Day
After a $3,600 bag launch, the brand is testing out its own curated spa experience at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée during Paris Fashion Week.
Alo Yoga Is Coming for Your Spa Day
After a $3,600 bag launch, the brand is testing out its own curated spa experience at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée during Paris Fashion Week.
Beauty
Coperni Expands to Beauty With Probiotic Athleisure
The French label launched the C+ collection, an athleisure line blending beauty and fashion with ingredient-infused fabric.
Coperni Expands to Beauty With Probiotic Athleisure
The French label launched the C+ collection, an athleisure line blending beauty and fashion with ingredient-infused fabric.
Retail
Nike Settles Lawsuit Against StockX Over NFTs, Counterfeiting
The sportswear giant’s trademark lawsuit has been settled, according to a filing in New York on Friday.
Nike Settles Lawsuit Against StockX Over NFTs, Counterfeiting
The sportswear giant’s trademark lawsuit has been settled, according to a filing in New York on Friday.
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.