British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
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News & Analysis
An Unlikely Type of Store is Expected to Defy the Curse Plaguing Retail and Crush Black Friday
"This year, dollar stores are predicted to pull off a Black Friday win for two reasons."
An Unlikely Type of Store is Expected to Defy the Curse Plaguing Retail and Crush Black Friday
"This year, dollar stores are predicted to pull off a Black Friday win for two reasons."
China
Singles' Day vs Black Friday: Which is the Bigger Opportunity for Fashion?
Pre-holiday shopping events like Singles' Day and Black Friday are expected to generate billion of dollars in sales this year, but which of the two represents the bigger opportunity for fashion brands?
Singles' Day vs Black Friday: Which is the Bigger Opportunity for Fashion?
Pre-holiday shopping events like Singles' Day and Black Friday are expected to generate billion of dollars in sales this year, but which of the two represents the bigger opportunity for fashion brands?
News & Analysis
Why Black Friday Is Losing Prominence During the 2016 Holiday Shopping Season
"Traditionally the single-biggest sales day of the year, the shopping holiday has morphed into a month-long event — causing retailers to adapt their
Why Black Friday Is Losing Prominence During the 2016 Holiday Shopping Season
"Traditionally the single-biggest sales day of the year, the shopping holiday has morphed into a month-long event — causing retailers to adapt their
News & Analysis
Can Retailers Do Badly Out of Black Friday?
"Without measures in place to ensure solid infrastructure and accurate predictions in terms of stock, the event can be catastrophic for retailers.
Can Retailers Do Badly Out of Black Friday?
"Without measures in place to ensure solid infrastructure and accurate predictions in terms of stock, the event can be catastrophic for retailers.
Financial Markets
Short Sellers Shopped for Macy's Stock Ahead of Black Friday
Short sellers shopping for overpriced stocks snapped up shares of beleaguered department store Macy's heading into Black Friday.
Short Sellers Shopped for Macy's Stock Ahead of Black Friday
Short sellers shopping for overpriced stocks snapped up shares of beleaguered department store Macy's heading into Black Friday.
Retail
US Holiday Sales on Track amid Online Boost
US holiday shopping is on track for a modest 3.7 percent rise this year after strong turnout during the Thanksgiving and Black Friday weekend, thanks to strong online sales.
US Holiday Sales on Track amid Online Boost
US holiday shopping is on track for a modest 3.7 percent rise this year after strong turnout during the Thanksgiving and Black Friday weekend, thanks to strong online sales.
Retail
US Store Sales Down Slightly for Thanksgiving and Black Friday
Sales at US brick-and-mortar stores on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday were down slightly from last year, but the performance was still seen as strong in a holiday shopping season where discounts spread well beyond the weekend and many shoppers moving to the web.
US Store Sales Down Slightly for Thanksgiving and Black Friday
Sales at US brick-and-mortar stores on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday were down slightly from last year, but the performance was still seen as strong in a holiday shopping season where discounts spread well beyond the weekend and many shoppers moving to the web.
Retail
Online Sales Surge Ahead of Brick-and-Mortar Retailers’ Big Day
US e-commerce sales surged on Thanksgiving, raising questions about how many shoppers will show up for brick-and-mortar promotions on Black Friday, the traditional kickoff to the holiday season.
Online Sales Surge Ahead of Brick-and-Mortar Retailers’ Big Day
US e-commerce sales surged on Thanksgiving, raising questions about how many shoppers will show up for brick-and-mortar promotions on Black Friday, the traditional kickoff to the holiday season.
Retail
Protesters Threaten to Target Chicago’s Premier Shopping District
Protesters threatened to disrupt Black Friday shopping along the Midwest’s most luxurious stretch of retail in response to the release of a video showing a white Chicago police officer fatally shooting a black teenager 16 times.
Protesters Threaten to Target Chicago’s Premier Shopping District
Protesters threatened to disrupt Black Friday shopping along the Midwest’s most luxurious stretch of retail in response to the release of a video showing a white Chicago police officer fatally shooting a black teenager 16 times.
Retail
Macy’s Stock Is on Sale Along With Its Sweaters, CEO Says
Macy’s Inc., the largest US department-store chain, may be offering investors a deal on more than just clothes on Black Friday.
Macy’s Stock Is on Sale Along With Its Sweaters, CEO Says
Macy’s Inc., the largest US department-store chain, may be offering investors a deal on more than just clothes on Black Friday.
Retail
Black Friday or Not, We Can Still Shop Like Crazy
Black Friday may be getting tired, but buying stuff that's on sale probably isn't.
Black Friday or Not, We Can Still Shop Like Crazy
Black Friday may be getting tired, but buying stuff that's on sale probably isn't.
Retail
Does Anyone Expect to Pay Full Price Anymore?
Post-recession, retailers started discounting as a way of winning over a more cautious consumer. As Black Friday caps off a season of slow sales, BoF asks, is discounting bad for business?
Does Anyone Expect to Pay Full Price Anymore?
Post-recession, retailers started discounting as a way of winning over a more cautious consumer. As Black Friday caps off a season of slow sales, BoF asks, is discounting bad for business?
The News in Brief
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.
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.