Shein Invests €500 Million in Europe as Customs Rules Tighten
The online retailer said it will expand its logistics hub in Poland as it grapples with stricter customs regulations in Europe.
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#BoFLIVE: The Future of Media With Graydon Carter
The larger-than-life editor, who helmed Vanity Fair for 22 years until founding new venture Air Mail, speaks to Imran Amed about his long career, and shares his thoughts on the future of media.
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#BoFLIVE: Tim's Take With Anna Sui
'America's most underrated designer' has had a 25-year career in fashion, illuminating her work with charm and humour. She speaks to Tim Blanks about the state of the industry and shares what fuels her creativity and inspiration.
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#BoFLIVE: The Future of the Resale Market
Resale sites are coming out big winners as the pandemic plunges the economy into a deep recession. They will have their pick of inventory, as brands look to shift clothes that went unsold during lockdowns. But will it last?
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#BoFLIVE: How Shifting Consumer Values Are Changing Online Payments
Affirm's Chief Commercial Officer identifies why an increasingly cautious consumer mindset is a critical new consideration for retailers — before sharing insights on how to maximise the opportunity. This BoF LIVE event is presented by Affirm.
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#BoFLIVE: Tim's Take With Rick Owens
The designer has earned a cult following for his all-black, ‘grungy glamorous’ aesthetic. He joins BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks in a conversation about finding creativity and inspiration in a pandemic.
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#BoFLIVE: Why Luxury Brands Are Raising Prices in a Pandemic
A pandemic may not seem like the best time to raise prices on expensive handbags. But that’s exactly what top-tier luxury brands Chanel and Louis Vuitton are doing to pad margins and cushion the impact of lower sales volumes.
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#BoFLIVE: Naomi Campbell and Derek Blasberg on How to Be Successful on Youtube
Naomi Campbell and Derek Blasberg join Imran Amed in a conversation about what it takes to be successful on the video platform.
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#BoFLIVE: Tim's Take With Juergen Teller
Renowned photographer Juergen Teller and Dovile Drizyte, his managing partner, join BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks in a conversation about life under lockdown.
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#BoFLIVE: Fashion's Darwinian Shakeout with Scott Galloway
The bestselling author and business professor joins Imran Amed in a discussion about the coronavirus crisis, which will compel companies to evaluate divestment and acquisition opportunities and capture the white spaces that emerge.
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#BoFLIVE: How to Get the Most Out of Your Marketing Budget
Prices are falling on marketing channels ranging from billboards to Facebook ads, creating new opportunities for brands looking to get a bigger bang for their advertising buck.
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#BoFLIVE: The Future of Wholesale
In a conversation exclusively for BoF Professional members, listen to the CEOs of Ami Paris and Altuzarra discuss the future of the wholesale cycle.
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#BoFLIVE: Store Reopening: What Does It Look Like?
From Dallas to Paris, stores are starting to reopen. But the pandemic has changed virtually all aspects of the retail experience. What will customers see when they walk into a shop for the first time in weeks?
The News in Brief
Remington Owner Spectrum Makes Unsolicited Push to Buy Helen of Troy
The owner of consumer brands like George Foreman and Remington said it has made multiple offers to buy the publicly listed parent company of Olive and June, Drybar and Hydro Flask.
PAI Partners to Acquire Elemis from L’Occitane
The French private equity group announced on Wednesday that it will buy the UK skin and body care brand for an undisclosed sum.
Estée Lauder Sets 2030 Growth, Margin Targets as Turnaround Advances
At its capital markets event in Shanghai, leadership said it aims to deliver mid-single-digit organic net sales growth through fiscal 2030, and unveiled a new cost-cutting and strategic roadmap.
Nykaa Quarterly Profit Nearly Triples on Beauty Demand, Margin Gains
The Indian beauty retailer said on Wednesday its second-quarter profit nearly tripled, as improved operating efficiency and strong demand for premium beauty products boosted margins.
Report: CVS Plans to Break Up Healthcare Conglomerate
The US retailer is planning to spin off its pharmacy business in what would be one of the biggest-ever breakups in the healthcare industry, according to reports.
Pandora Nudges Up Outlook, Speeds Up Launches
The jeweller edged up its near-term revenue and profitability targets as efforts to keep the brand affordable pay off.
Novo Nordisk Hikes 2026 Outlook Again
The Ozempic maker raised its full-year outlook for the third time this year on Wednesday as its Wegovy pill beat third-quarter sales forecasts, boosting the Danish firm's bid to win back ground from US rival Eli Lilly.