GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
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A Look at Investors’ Dwindling Faith in Sportswear
Investors couldn’t get enough of sportswear in the marketplace five years ago. These days, judging by how significantly the market capitalisations of the industry’s biggest brands have shrunk, interest has fallen to a post-pandemic low.
A Look at Investors’ Dwindling Faith in Sportswear
Investors couldn’t get enough of sportswear in the marketplace five years ago. These days, judging by how significantly the market capitalisations of the industry’s biggest brands have shrunk, interest has fallen to a post-pandemic low.
Retail
Bag Brand Strathberry Nabs Minority Investment as It Eyes International Expansion
The Edinburgh-based label is entering a new partnership with Soho Square Capital as it gets ready to open its first store outside the UK.
Bag Brand Strathberry Nabs Minority Investment as It Eyes International Expansion
The Edinburgh-based label is entering a new partnership with Soho Square Capital as it gets ready to open its first store outside the UK.
Beauty
L Catterton Nears Acquisition of Fitness Brand Hyrox
Private equity firm L Catterton is close to buying a controlling stake in Hyrox in a deal that may value the fitness competition brand at nearly $700 million, sources told Bloomberg.
L Catterton Nears Acquisition of Fitness Brand Hyrox
Private equity firm L Catterton is close to buying a controlling stake in Hyrox in a deal that may value the fitness competition brand at nearly $700 million, sources told Bloomberg.
Beauty
Nykaa Increases Stake in Beauty Brand Earth Rhythm
The Indian beauty retailer has invested in the clean personal care brand for the third time, raising its stake by an additional 24.2 percent.
Nykaa Increases Stake in Beauty Brand Earth Rhythm
The Indian beauty retailer has invested in the clean personal care brand for the third time, raising its stake by an additional 24.2 percent.
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Luxury
One Year After Founder’s Death, Armani Faces Ticking Clock
The late Giorgio Armani stipulated in his will that the sale of around 15 percent of the company should take place between 12 and 18 months after his death, followed by the disposal of a larger stake or a public listing.
One Year After Founder’s Death, Armani Faces Ticking Clock
The late Giorgio Armani stipulated in his will that the sale of around 15 percent of the company should take place between 12 and 18 months after his death, followed by the disposal of a larger stake or a public listing.
Beauty
Oura Files for US IPO as Revenue Surges
The wearable maker, popular with athletes, has filed for an initial public offering, showing soaring revenue as well as increasing losses.
Oura Files for US IPO as Revenue Surges
The wearable maker, popular with athletes, has filed for an initial public offering, showing soaring revenue as well as increasing losses.
Beauty
David Protein Maker Valued at $2.25 Billion in New Funding Deal
The maker of the popular low-calorie, zero-sugar David protein bars raised $250 million in a funding round that values the company at $2.25 billion — three times the valuation last year.
David Protein Maker Valued at $2.25 Billion in New Funding Deal
The maker of the popular low-calorie, zero-sugar David protein bars raised $250 million in a funding round that values the company at $2.25 billion — three times the valuation last year.
Beauty
Wella Company’s IPO Plan: Wipe Out Debt, Win New Customers
After swinging back to profit, the American hair and nail care company has filed to go public, with plans to deleverage its business and take on the competition.
Wella Company’s IPO Plan: Wipe Out Debt, Win New Customers
After swinging back to profit, the American hair and nail care company has filed to go public, with plans to deleverage its business and take on the competition.
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Beauty
Nestlé to Sell Vitamin Portfolio to Yellow Wood for $1 Billion
The deal includes Nature’s Bounty, Ester-C and Gard, as well as its private-label supplement business.
Nestlé to Sell Vitamin Portfolio to Yellow Wood for $1 Billion
The deal includes Nature’s Bounty, Ester-C and Gard, as well as its private-label supplement business.
Beauty
Wella Files for US IPO
The owner of Ghd and OPI, backed by investment firm KKR, plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange.
Wella Files for US IPO
The owner of Ghd and OPI, backed by investment firm KKR, plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange.
Sports
Inside Fashion & Sports E-Commerce: Focusing on What Matters
This new flagship report reveals that fashion and sports leaders are chasing what’s new in e-commerce while fundamental challenges remain unresolved. Based on surveys of 10,000 consumers and 150 senior leaders across the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain, it shows brands and retailers where to focus to innovate without losing sight of what drives success.
Inside Fashion & Sports E-Commerce: Focusing on What Matters
This new flagship report reveals that fashion and sports leaders are chasing what’s new in e-commerce while fundamental challenges remain unresolved. Based on surveys of 10,000 consumers and 150 senior leaders across the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain, it shows brands and retailers where to focus to innovate without losing sight of what drives success.
Beauty
Semcap Invests in UK Wellness Platform Healf
The private equity firm’s beauty and wellness division, led by Vasiliki Petrou, has made a minority investment in the fast-growing e-tailer.
Semcap Invests in UK Wellness Platform Healf
The private equity firm’s beauty and wellness division, led by Vasiliki Petrou, has made a minority investment in the fast-growing e-tailer.
The News in Brief
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Arizona Accuses L’Oréal of Concealing Cancer Risks Linked to Hair Relaxers
The beauty conglomerate faces over 12,000 similar lawsuits filed by individuals that have been consolidated in a Chicago federal court.
Space NK Names New CEO, Andy Lightfoot Steps Down
Chief marketing officer Emma Simpson-Scott will succeed Lightfoot, who is leaving the UK retailer after seven years at the helm.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.
Zara Owner Looks to US for Next Phase of Growth
Inditex is investing in the US as a key growth market, CEO Oscar Garcia Maceiras told Reuters, with store revamps and new openings planned across its Zara, Massimo Dutti and Bershka brands.
Activist Investor Takes New Stake in Bath & Body Works
The activist investor is recommending the personal-care and fragrance store chain to explore a sale, claiming it has been undervalued and hampered by unstable management.
Arnault Drops Out of World’s Top 10 Richest as US Tech Dominates
The LVMH chairman’s net worth fell to $143 billion on Thursday, pulling him beneath Warren Buffett, Bloomberg reported.