On Sneaker Brand’s Shares Slump After Sales Disappoint
The Swiss brand's stock tumbled after it posted disappointing second-quarter sales and issued a slightly more cautious sales forecast for the year.
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China
The China Edit | Singles' Day Sales Boom, China's Shifting Style, Vogue China's 100th Issue, Carven Expands
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.
The China Edit | Singles' Day Sales Boom, China's Shifting Style, Vogue China's 100th Issue, Carven Expands
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.
Global Markets
In North Africa, a Story of Morocco and the Rest
Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya may be North African neighbours, but their fashion markets are running at distinctly different speeds.
In North Africa, a Story of Morocco and the Rest
Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya may be North African neighbours, but their fashion markets are running at distinctly different speeds.
China
The China Edit | Melvin Chua, Chinese Brands in Paris, Bruno Magli Nears Sale, Shanghai Clones Hong Kong Malls
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.
The China Edit | Melvin Chua, Chinese Brands in Paris, Bruno Magli Nears Sale, Shanghai Clones Hong Kong Malls
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.
China
The China Edit | Asos China, DFS Expands, High-Income Households, Tencent Outside China, E-Commerce
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.
The China Edit | Asos China, DFS Expands, High-Income Households, Tencent Outside China, E-Commerce
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.
Global Markets
Vlisco, the African Fashion Titan from Holland
How did Dutch fabric company Vlisco gain a first mover advantage in Africa’s emerging fashion market? Rebecca May Johnson reports.
Vlisco, the African Fashion Titan from Holland
How did Dutch fabric company Vlisco gain a first mover advantage in Africa’s emerging fashion market? Rebecca May Johnson reports.
China
The China Edit | Sham Kar Wai, Lane Crawford Shanghai, Galeries Lafayette Beijing, Alibaba's 'E-Conomy'
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.
The China Edit | Sham Kar Wai, Lane Crawford Shanghai, Galeries Lafayette Beijing, Alibaba's 'E-Conomy'
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.
Global Markets
Ukraine, a Complex Crossroads of New and Old
In the latest instalment of Market GPS, Robb Young examines Ukraine, a market going through a period of major transition.
Ukraine, a Complex Crossroads of New and Old
In the latest instalment of Market GPS, Robb Young examines Ukraine, a market going through a period of major transition.
Global Markets
Sham Kar Wai on China's Changing Fashion Landscape
On the occasion of the launch of Galeries Lafayette in Beijing, Divia Harilela sat down with Sham Kar Wai, one of Asia’s most powerful fashion moguls and the founder of Hong Kong-based fashion group I.T Limited, to talk about China's changing fashion retail landscape.
Sham Kar Wai on China's Changing Fashion Landscape
On the occasion of the launch of Galeries Lafayette in Beijing, Divia Harilela sat down with Sham Kar Wai, one of Asia’s most powerful fashion moguls and the founder of Hong Kong-based fashion group I.T Limited, to talk about China's changing fashion retail landscape.
Global Markets
Vietnam, a Lucrative Market to Approach with Caution and Care
In this next instalment of Market GPS, BoF examines Vietnam, a land of contradictions, where a single-party communist state doesn't mean a capitalist's fortune can't be made by brands ready to expect the unexpected and take a cautious, careful and flexible approach.
Vietnam, a Lucrative Market to Approach with Caution and Care
In this next instalment of Market GPS, BoF examines Vietnam, a land of contradictions, where a single-party communist state doesn't mean a capitalist's fortune can't be made by brands ready to expect the unexpected and take a cautious, careful and flexible approach.
China
The China Edit | Upside to Slowing Growth, Lululemon's Challenge in China, Qeelin Expands, Faster UK Tourist Visas
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.
The China Edit | Upside to Slowing Growth, Lululemon's Challenge in China, Qeelin Expands, Faster UK Tourist Visas
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.
China
The China Edit | Golden Week, Macy's Halts Online Expansion in China, Hangzhou Brands Booming Online
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.
The China Edit | Golden Week, Macy's Halts Online Expansion in China, Hangzhou Brands Booming Online
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.
Global Markets
Fashion Hearts Kenya?
How has the recent terror attack on Westgate Mall in Nairobi changed things for designers with manufacturing connections in Kenya? Marion Hume reports.
Fashion Hearts Kenya?
How has the recent terror attack on Westgate Mall in Nairobi changed things for designers with manufacturing connections in Kenya? Marion Hume reports.
The News in Brief
Natura Posts 92% Decline in Quarterly Profit
Brazilian cosmetic maker Natura on Monday posted a second-quarter net profit of 35 million reais ($6.85 million), a 92.1 percent decline from the same period in 2025.
Report: Armani Stake Sale Could Be Delayed Beyond March 2027 Deadline
Citing company sources, Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera said market conditions for the luxury industry were still challenging and negotiating a deal could require time.
Shein to Launch IPO as Soon as August 19, Sources Say
The Hong Kong IPO could take place as soon as Wednesday of next week, two people with knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday.
John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.
Shein IPO Value Could Fall Short of $30 Billion Targeted by Some Investors
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates the ultra-fast fashion retailer supports a valuation of $22 billion to $25 billion, well below the roughly $30 billion valuation some investors have pushed for.
Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.