Reformation Valued at $886 Million in NYSE Debut
The Permira-backed womenswear retailer and some of its shareholders had raised $211 million in its IPO on Wednesday, with shares opening at $15 apiece.
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Saks to Start Black Friday Sales Early
The luxury retailer, owned by Canadian department store operator Hudson's Bay Co, will start Black Friday sales on Wednesday, chief executive Jerry Storch said.
Saks to Start Black Friday Sales Early
The luxury retailer, owned by Canadian department store operator Hudson's Bay Co, will start Black Friday sales on Wednesday, chief executive Jerry Storch said.
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Wal-Mart to Offer Most Black Friday Promotions Online First
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. plans to offer most of its Black Friday discounts to online shoppers hours before they become available in stores, as the company attempts to hold off challenges by other e-commerce rivals.
Wal-Mart to Offer Most Black Friday Promotions Online First
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. plans to offer most of its Black Friday discounts to online shoppers hours before they become available in stores, as the company attempts to hold off challenges by other e-commerce rivals.
Technology
Bits & Bytes | Shoptiques' Recommerce, Myntra's New App, Le Tote's Clothing Rental
Bits and Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.
Bits & Bytes | Shoptiques' Recommerce, Myntra's New App, Le Tote's Clothing Rental
Bits and Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.
Retail
Billionaires’ Startup Brings Black Friday to Pakistan’s Shoppers
The billionaire Samwer brothers want to help introduce Pakistan’s shoppers to a local version of Black Friday, the November sales binge that kicks off the year-end holiday retail season in the US.
Billionaires’ Startup Brings Black Friday to Pakistan’s Shoppers
The billionaire Samwer brothers want to help introduce Pakistan’s shoppers to a local version of Black Friday, the November sales binge that kicks off the year-end holiday retail season in the US.
Technology
Amazon's Prime Day Draws Big Virtual Crowd, Frustrates Some Shoppers
Merchants participating in Amazon.com's inaugural "Prime Day" sale saw an 80 percent rise in US sales from a year earlier, although the event also drew ire from some shoppers.
Amazon's Prime Day Draws Big Virtual Crowd, Frustrates Some Shoppers
Merchants participating in Amazon.com's inaugural "Prime Day" sale saw an 80 percent rise in US sales from a year earlier, although the event also drew ire from some shoppers.
News & Analysis
UK Retail Spending Rises as ‘Feel-Better Factor’ Returns
"UK consumers are increasing their spending in the shops as they become more confident about personal finances."
UK Retail Spending Rises as ‘Feel-Better Factor’ Returns
"UK consumers are increasing their spending in the shops as they become more confident about personal finances."
Retail
Brazil Retail Sales Rise in November as Black Friday Takes Root
Retail sales in Brazil rose in November as consumers pounced on early holiday promotions, reinforcing the rising popularity of the Black Friday shopping trend started in the United States.
Brazil Retail Sales Rise in November as Black Friday Takes Root
Retail sales in Brazil rose in November as consumers pounced on early holiday promotions, reinforcing the rising popularity of the Black Friday shopping trend started in the United States.
Retail
'Black Friday' Lifts UK Retail Sales Growth to 10-Year High
British retail sales surged at their fastest annual rate in more than a decade in November, as U.S.-style "Black Friday" discounts drove record sales growth at electrical and department stores.
'Black Friday' Lifts UK Retail Sales Growth to 10-Year High
British retail sales surged at their fastest annual rate in more than a decade in November, as U.S.-style "Black Friday" discounts drove record sales growth at electrical and department stores.
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US Weekend Sales Fall on Early Discounts, Online Growth
Early holiday promotions and rising online shopping took a toll on in-store U.S. sales during the Thanksgiving weekend as shoppers on average spent 6.4 percent less than they did a year earlier.
US Weekend Sales Fall on Early Discounts, Online Growth
Early holiday promotions and rising online shopping took a toll on in-store U.S. sales during the Thanksgiving weekend as shoppers on average spent 6.4 percent less than they did a year earlier.
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Black Friday Going Global With US Deals Just a Click Away
Black Friday, the annual rite of retail that commands American attention the day after Thanksgiving, is catching on around the world. People from London to Leipzig to London, Ontario are starting to rush big box stores the next day.
Black Friday Going Global With US Deals Just a Click Away
Black Friday, the annual rite of retail that commands American attention the day after Thanksgiving, is catching on around the world. People from London to Leipzig to London, Ontario are starting to rush big box stores the next day.
Retail
Tiffany, T.J. Maxx Among Retailers Ignoring Black Friday
NEW YORK, United States — Black Friday weekend is the year's biggest promotional event for most major U.S. retailers, and yet there are prominent
Tiffany, T.J. Maxx Among Retailers Ignoring Black Friday
NEW YORK, United States — Black Friday weekend is the year's biggest promotional event for most major U.S. retailers, and yet there are prominent
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Black Friday Shopping Catches on in UK
Halloween and Mother's Day have become staples of the U.K. shopping calendar. Now Black Friday looks as though it may be the next big retail import from the United States.
Black Friday Shopping Catches on in UK
Halloween and Mother's Day have become staples of the U.K. shopping calendar. Now Black Friday looks as though it may be the next big retail import from the United States.
The News in Brief
Puig Reports First-Half Revenue Growth After Estee Lauder Talks End
The Spanish beauty company reported first-half revenue growth on strong demand for makeup from Charlotte Tilbury.
Canada Goose Beats Revenue Estimates as Demand Holds Up
The outerwear brand beat expectations for first-quarter revenue, but new US tariffs on Canadian could affect future earnings.
Steven Madden Tops Expectations and Lifts Full-Year Outlook
The retailer raised its full-year revenue forecast again as its integration of luxury brand Kurt Geiger last year provided a tailwind.
Reformation and Its Backers Raise $210.9 Million in IPO
The womenswear brand and shareholders including private-equity backer Permira raised new funds in an IPO that priced shares at the bottom of the marketed range.
Adidas Shares Plunge After World Cup Spend Dents Profit
Shares in the company fell the most on record after its marketing outlay for the World Cup resulted in lower-than-expected quarterly profit.
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.
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.