Galderma to Acquire ZO Skin Health for $1.5 Billion
The Swiss firm agreed to purchase the medical-grade skincare company from private equity firm Blackstone and the founding Obagi family to expand its US portfolio.
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The China Edit | Sephora Lawsuit, Black Friday, Chow Tai Fook Jewellery, Smog Masks
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
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Retailers Could Pay for Unplanned Holiday Surge
United Parcel Service Inc's chief executive officer said on Monday the company's closer collaboration with major retailers should bring a smooth holiday season, but he said UPS would charge customers more or even refuse packages if last-minute sales by a major customer threaten the company's system.
Retail
Retailers Mull Whether To Open on Thanksgiving
NEW YORK, United States — As the holidays near, retailers face a dilemma: Open on Thanksgiving and stand accused of ruining a national holiday or
News & Analysis
Black Friday E-Commerce Spending Reached Record $1.2 Billion
SAN FRANCISCO, United States — Online spending on Black Friday increased 15 percent to a record $1.20 billion as more consumers opted to shop from
News & Analysis
Will Early Shopping Season Launch Bring Black Friday Hangover?
NEW YORK, United States — U.S. retailers' controversial choice to kick off the U.S. holiday shopping season early, on Thanksgiving, may not pay off
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Cyber Monday Spreads as Amazon Woos IPhone-Toting Buyers
SAN FRANCISCO, United States — Cyber Monday, billed as one of the busiest online-commerce days of the year, is spilling into the rest of the holiday
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U.S. Holiday Sales May Rise 3.9% as Budget Fight Curbs Sentiment
NEW YORK, United States — U.S. retail sales may increase 3.9 percent during the holiday season, as political and economic uncertainties damp consumer
News & Analysis
Black Friday brightens mood, Price hikes, Lanvin performs well for H&M, WSJ vs. T, The making of Alexa Chung
US department stores gain Black Friday traffic (Reuters) "U.S. shoppers spent 6.4 percent more this Black Friday weekend than last year and hit
News & Analysis
Anya Hindmarch's dreams, Personalising the future, A tailored approach, Black Friday creep, Why Kate matters
Dreaming of Clasps and Tassels (WSJ) "Handbag designer Anya Hindmarch designs in her sleep—literally. Some of her best-selling ideas come in the
The News in Brief
Report: Beauty Ingredients Among Highest Risk for Human Rights Abuses
A new analysis of eight widely used cosmetics ingredients by Verisk Maplecroft found widespread exposure to child and forced labour risks, with palm oil, cocoa and shea nuts among the most problematic commodities.
Joe Corré’s Light House Club Launches Pop-Up Spaces for Emerging Designers
Independent creatives can apply to utilise pop-up spaces at Light House to sell merchandise and meet with clientele.
Givaudan Sales Beat Expectations on Fine Fragrance Strength
A surge in sales of scents for luxury perfumes and a continued recovery in flavours drove the Swiss firm’s organic sales growth clearly beyond market expectations in the third quarter, lifting its shares on Tuesday.
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Boosts Position in Burberry
Frasers Group Plc now possesses over 7 percent of the British label’s voting rights, placing it on track to be the brand’s biggest investor.
Isamaya Ffrench Has Departed Namesake Brand
The makeup artist has not been involved with Isamaya Beauty for over a year, sources told The Business of Beauty.
Shein Outsells British Rival Asos as UK Revenue Hits $3.41 Billion
The ultra-fast fashion company said sales had been bolstered by marketing partnerships with music festivals, a pop-up shop on London’s Oxford Street and local Christmas gift events.
Nike, Patagonia and Lululemon Join Group Battling Microfibre Pollution
Global environmental non-profit The Nature Conservancy has launched a new industry coalition to help apparel companies tackle microfibre pollution across their supply chains.