Puma Results Show Progress on Turnaround
The German sports brand posted a narrower loss in the second quarter as it pushed ahead with an effort to restore growth next year.
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News & Analysis
Mark Cross: The American Luxury Brand Revival That Almost Wasn’t
How chief executive Neal J. Fox took a 165-year-old leather goods brand and turned it into a 21st century street style favourite by not being afraid to pivot — or take a gamble.
Mark Cross: The American Luxury Brand Revival That Almost Wasn’t
How chief executive Neal J. Fox took a 165-year-old leather goods brand and turned it into a 21st century street style favourite by not being afraid to pivot — or take a gamble.
News & Analysis
What Qatar's Diplomatic Rift Means for Fashion
As Qatar's stock plummets and travel is suspended, what does the future hold for its $1.3 billion fashion market — and the European luxury houses backed by Qatari funds.
What Qatar's Diplomatic Rift Means for Fashion
As Qatar's stock plummets and travel is suspended, what does the future hold for its $1.3 billion fashion market — and the European luxury houses backed by Qatari funds.
China
WeChat Stores Are China’s Latest Luxury Craze
Brands like Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger are now selling directly to Chinese consumers via WeChat.
WeChat Stores Are China’s Latest Luxury Craze
Brands like Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger are now selling directly to Chinese consumers via WeChat.
China
A Word of Caution: Choose Your China Ambassadors Wisely
In this month’s China Edit, how an unsuitable brand ambassador can have serious repercussions, and why China’s mobile payments can no longer be ignored.
A Word of Caution: Choose Your China Ambassadors Wisely
In this month’s China Edit, how an unsuitable brand ambassador can have serious repercussions, and why China’s mobile payments can no longer be ignored.
News & Analysis
Is ‘Nearshoring’ the New Offshoring?
Fashion brands are turning to manufacturers in Eastern Europe and Central America for greater agility and speed to market.
Is ‘Nearshoring’ the New Offshoring?
Fashion brands are turning to manufacturers in Eastern Europe and Central America for greater agility and speed to market.
Luxury
‘Ramadan Rush’ Brings Gulf Retailers to Europe
On the eve of Ramadan, London outposts of Middle Eastern boutiques are preparing for an influx of shoppers from the region during next month's Eid holiday.
‘Ramadan Rush’ Brings Gulf Retailers to Europe
On the eve of Ramadan, London outposts of Middle Eastern boutiques are preparing for an influx of shoppers from the region during next month's Eid holiday.
Global Markets
Latin America's $160 Billion Fashion Opportunity
The fashion market in Latin America is bigger than the Middle East and growing as fast as Asia. But will industry leaders continue to invest as much as the region needs to realise its full potential?
Latin America's $160 Billion Fashion Opportunity
The fashion market in Latin America is bigger than the Middle East and growing as fast as Asia. But will industry leaders continue to invest as much as the region needs to realise its full potential?
Retail
China’s Fashion Giants Get Sophisticated
Global fashion brands are facing increased competition as China’s large domestic players invest heavily in branding and retail experience in a bid to become more sleek, sophisticated and cosmopolitan.
China’s Fashion Giants Get Sophisticated
Global fashion brands are facing increased competition as China’s large domestic players invest heavily in branding and retail experience in a bid to become more sleek, sophisticated and cosmopolitan.
China
When the Name Game Gets Serious in China
In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.
When the Name Game Gets Serious in China
In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.
Workplace & Talent
Japan Wants More Fashion Designers from Abroad
As Japan’s population ages and shrinks, the government hopes to alleviate the labour shortage by recruiting more foreign specialists. But are there more obstacles than opportunities?
Japan Wants More Fashion Designers from Abroad
As Japan’s population ages and shrinks, the government hopes to alleviate the labour shortage by recruiting more foreign specialists. But are there more obstacles than opportunities?
Retail
Opening Russia’s Retail Frontiers
While Moscow and St Petersburg account for most of Russia’s fashion retail spend, its provincial cities are an increasingly interesting opportunity.
Opening Russia’s Retail Frontiers
While Moscow and St Petersburg account for most of Russia’s fashion retail spend, its provincial cities are an increasingly interesting opportunity.
Luxury
Mexico’s Luxury Market Might Actually Benefit From Trump
Wall or no wall, Mexico’s luxury market is thriving with a little unexpected help from the country’s arch nemesis: the President of the United States. But there's still cause for concern.
Mexico’s Luxury Market Might Actually Benefit From Trump
Wall or no wall, Mexico’s luxury market is thriving with a little unexpected help from the country’s arch nemesis: the President of the United States. But there's still cause for concern.
The News in Brief
Dsm-Firmenich’s Fragrance-Led Core Profit Beat Sends Shares Higher
Dsm-firmenich beat market expectations for second-quarter core earnings, said full-year sales growth should reach the upper end of its target range on the back of broad-based volume growth.
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.
Puig Reports First-Half Revenue Growth After Estée 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.