The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
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Alibaba-Backed Paytm Says It Has Enough Funds for Five Years
One97 Communications Ltd., the owner of an Indian online payment processor backed by Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.’s finance arm, said funds at its disposal were enough to last five years, enabling it to build a business model that is “predictable.”
Alibaba-Backed Paytm Says It Has Enough Funds for Five Years
One97 Communications Ltd., the owner of an Indian online payment processor backed by Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.’s finance arm, said funds at its disposal were enough to last five years, enabling it to build a business model that is “predictable.”
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J.C. Penney Revenue Misses Estimates, Extending Retail Woes
J.C. Penney Co. posted first-quarter revenue that trailed analysts’ estimates, becoming the latest US retailer affected by a consumer malaise that’s weighing on department-store sales.
J.C. Penney Revenue Misses Estimates, Extending Retail Woes
J.C. Penney Co. posted first-quarter revenue that trailed analysts’ estimates, becoming the latest US retailer affected by a consumer malaise that’s weighing on department-store sales.
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Nordstrom Plunges on Lower Forecast, Adding to Retail Woes
Nordstrom Inc. fell as much as 16 percent in late trading after cutting its annual forecast, adding to evidence that the department-store industry is mired in a deep slump.
Nordstrom Plunges on Lower Forecast, Adding to Retail Woes
Nordstrom Inc. fell as much as 16 percent in late trading after cutting its annual forecast, adding to evidence that the department-store industry is mired in a deep slump.
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Adidas Cuts Short Chelsea Soccer Deal, Raises Profit Forecast
Adidas is ending its shirt sponsorship deal with English soccer side Chelsea six years early as part of a shift in its marketing strategy away from clubs.
Adidas Cuts Short Chelsea Soccer Deal, Raises Profit Forecast
Adidas is ending its shirt sponsorship deal with English soccer side Chelsea six years early as part of a shift in its marketing strategy away from clubs.
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Zalando Invests in Tech, Cool Spring Leads to Profit Tumble
Zalando reported a 30 percent fall in first-quarter profit hurt by a cool start to spring and stepped up investment in technology by buying software firm Tradebyte to help digitalise stock in warehouses.
Zalando Invests in Tech, Cool Spring Leads to Profit Tumble
Zalando reported a 30 percent fall in first-quarter profit hurt by a cool start to spring and stepped up investment in technology by buying software firm Tradebyte to help digitalise stock in warehouses.
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Thrifty Tourists, Weaker China Curb Tod's Sales and Forecasts
Tod's warned it would be challenging to meet expectations of a four percent revenue increase this year, as first quarter sales fell due to weaker demand in China and shrinking tourist spending.
Thrifty Tourists, Weaker China Curb Tod's Sales and Forecasts
Tod's warned it would be challenging to meet expectations of a four percent revenue increase this year, as first quarter sales fell due to weaker demand in China and shrinking tourist spending.
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Inter Parfums Misses Q1 Profit Forecasts
Inter Parfums Inc. has reported first-quarter net income of $7.3 million.
Inter Parfums Misses Q1 Profit Forecasts
Inter Parfums Inc. has reported first-quarter net income of $7.3 million.
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Fossil Group Beats Q1 Profit Forecasts
Fossil Group Inc. has reported first-quarter profit of $5.8 million.
Fossil Group Beats Q1 Profit Forecasts
Fossil Group Inc. has reported first-quarter profit of $5.8 million.
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Italy's Moncler First Quarter Sales Rise More Than Expected
Moncler has reported a stronger-than-expected 18 percent rise in first quarter sales, boosted by a good performance in China and Japan and strong wholesales in the United States.
Italy's Moncler First Quarter Sales Rise More Than Expected
Moncler has reported a stronger-than-expected 18 percent rise in first quarter sales, boosted by a good performance in China and Japan and strong wholesales in the United States.
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Gap Plummets After Comeback Plan Fails to Revive Sales Growth
Gap Inc. shares plunged as much as 15 percent in late trading after the apparel chain posted disappointing results, a sign the company’s comeback hasn’t materialised.
Gap Plummets After Comeback Plan Fails to Revive Sales Growth
Gap Inc. shares plunged as much as 15 percent in late trading after the apparel chain posted disappointing results, a sign the company’s comeback hasn’t materialised.
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Cosmetics Maker Avon Posts Surprise Loss
Avon Products Inc reported a surprise quarterly loss and a 16 percent drop in revenue as demand fell further in Brazil and China.
Cosmetics Maker Avon Posts Surprise Loss
Avon Products Inc reported a surprise quarterly loss and a 16 percent drop in revenue as demand fell further in Brazil and China.
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Fitbit Shares Slide as Profit Forecast Misses Estimates
Fitbit Inc. shares plunged in extended trading after the maker of wearable fitness trackers gave a profit forecast that fell short of the lowest analysts’ estimates.
Fitbit Shares Slide as Profit Forecast Misses Estimates
Fitbit Inc. shares plunged in extended trading after the maker of wearable fitness trackers gave a profit forecast that fell short of the lowest analysts’ estimates.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Kimberly-Clark Prepares Asset Sales to Win EU Nod for Kenvue Deal
The US consumer goods giant is preparing concessions to address EU antitrust concerns about its bid for Tylenol maker Kenvue that could help it win approval for the $40 billion deal, sources told Reuters.