Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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Black Friday and Fashion’s Cloudy Holiday Outlook
This week, everyone will be talking about the kickoff to the holiday shopping season, financial results from a trio of mall brands and the status of Brexit negotiations. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Black Friday and Fashion’s Cloudy Holiday Outlook
This week, everyone will be talking about the kickoff to the holiday shopping season, financial results from a trio of mall brands and the status of Brexit negotiations. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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This Is How Black Friday Works in a Pandemic
From earlier sales to in-store fulfilment, retailers must find creative solutions to succeed during an unprecedented holiday season.
This Is How Black Friday Works in a Pandemic
From earlier sales to in-store fulfilment, retailers must find creative solutions to succeed during an unprecedented holiday season.
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Department Stores Scramble to Bolster Foot Traffic
Threatened by strong e-commerce sales, US department stores went big on their holiday window displays in an effort to draw in consumers.
Department Stores Scramble to Bolster Foot Traffic
Threatened by strong e-commerce sales, US department stores went big on their holiday window displays in an effort to draw in consumers.
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Black Friday Shoppers Spend Record $7.4 Billion
"Abode still predicts an even larger Cyber Monday, estimating sales of $9.4 billion."
Black Friday Shoppers Spend Record $7.4 Billion
"Abode still predicts an even larger Cyber Monday, estimating sales of $9.4 billion."
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US Sales Surge in the Early Hours of Thanksgiving
$2 billion was spent online by US consumers in the first hours of the holiday, but in-store Black Friday crowds were thin.
US Sales Surge in the Early Hours of Thanksgiving
$2 billion was spent online by US consumers in the first hours of the holiday, but in-store Black Friday crowds were thin.
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The Holiday Shopping Season Starts Now. Are Retailers Ready?
This week, everyone will be talking about Black Friday and Cyber Monday, PVH Corp.'s financial results and hunt for another brand to buy, and a new exhibition of vintage fashion at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet here.
The Holiday Shopping Season Starts Now. Are Retailers Ready?
This week, everyone will be talking about Black Friday and Cyber Monday, PVH Corp.'s financial results and hunt for another brand to buy, and a new exhibition of vintage fashion at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet here.
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UK Shoppers to Shrug off Retail Blues in Pre-Christmas Spree
Online retailers including Asos are banking on a surge in Black Friday sales, as 87 percent of consumers plan to spend more than they did last year.
UK Shoppers to Shrug off Retail Blues in Pre-Christmas Spree
Online retailers including Asos are banking on a surge in Black Friday sales, as 87 percent of consumers plan to spend more than they did last year.
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Blockbuster Cyber Monday Is Overshadowed by Economic Outlook
Despite record spending on Cyber Monday, rising interest rates and an escalating trade war mean US retailers are still facing squeezed profit margins.
Blockbuster Cyber Monday Is Overshadowed by Economic Outlook
Despite record spending on Cyber Monday, rising interest rates and an escalating trade war mean US retailers are still facing squeezed profit margins.
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Black Friday US Shoppers Brave Cold in Hunt for Deals
While the North East was hit by cold weather, customary buying frenzies could be seen throughout the country.
Black Friday US Shoppers Brave Cold in Hunt for Deals
While the North East was hit by cold weather, customary buying frenzies could be seen throughout the country.
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Online Surge Marks Start of Thanksgiving Sales
Holiday sales this year are set to reach a record $701 billion, led by e-commerce and consumer electronics.
Online Surge Marks Start of Thanksgiving Sales
Holiday sales this year are set to reach a record $701 billion, led by e-commerce and consumer electronics.
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At J.C. Penney, Everything’s on Sale. Will That Be Enough?
The retailer's push to scrap as much of its inventory as possible through bulk sales may spell more pain in the short term and put additional pressure on margins.
At J.C. Penney, Everything’s on Sale. Will That Be Enough?
The retailer's push to scrap as much of its inventory as possible through bulk sales may spell more pain in the short term and put additional pressure on margins.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.