Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.
jewellery
News & Analysis
Cartier, Rolex and Omega Lead Swiss Rankings for Fine Watches
A Swiss industry group has published the findings of the first comprehensive effort to classify high-end Swiss brands in a business where the perception of exclusivity equals all-important bragging rights.
Cartier, Rolex and Omega Lead Swiss Rankings for Fine Watches
A Swiss industry group has published the findings of the first comprehensive effort to classify high-end Swiss brands in a business where the perception of exclusivity equals all-important bragging rights.
Luxury
Tiffany's Profit Rises on Strong Demand in Japan, China
The company has been struggling to lift sales, particularly in the Americas - its biggest market - as shoppers shift to cheaper and chic brands, and spend lesser on accessories.
Tiffany's Profit Rises on Strong Demand in Japan, China
The company has been struggling to lift sales, particularly in the Americas - its biggest market - as shoppers shift to cheaper and chic brands, and spend lesser on accessories.
Luxury
Will Lab-Grown Stones Save or Sink the Troubled Diamond Market?
With the help of a network of close-knit fashion insiders, start-ups like Diamond Foundry and Vrai & Oro are betting that manmade stones will re-energise the diamond market.
Will Lab-Grown Stones Save or Sink the Troubled Diamond Market?
With the help of a network of close-knit fashion insiders, start-ups like Diamond Foundry and Vrai & Oro are betting that manmade stones will re-energise the diamond market.
Retail
News Bites | Italy Launches Green Carpet Fashion Awards, What Next for Tiffany?
In today's News Bites, Italy launches a celebration of its ethical and sustainable manufacturing industry, and a sign that Tiffany needs to chart a new path forward.
News Bites | Italy Launches Green Carpet Fashion Awards, What Next for Tiffany?
In today's News Bites, Italy launches a celebration of its ethical and sustainable manufacturing industry, and a sign that Tiffany needs to chart a new path forward.
News & Analysis
Tiffany to Add Directors in Deal With Activist Hedge Fund Jana
The company said it would add Roger Farah, a former co-chief executive of Tory Burch, and James Lillie, a former CEO of Jarden Corp, to its board.
Tiffany to Add Directors in Deal With Activist Hedge Fund Jana
The company said it would add Roger Farah, a former co-chief executive of Tory Burch, and James Lillie, a former CEO of Jarden Corp, to its board.
Luxury
Tiffany Could Learn a Lot From Lady Gaga
Tiffany must leave its comfort zone and move faster than it's used to, truly embracing change rather than just showing ads about it.
Tiffany Could Learn a Lot From Lady Gaga
Tiffany must leave its comfort zone and move faster than it's used to, truly embracing change rather than just showing ads about it.
News & Analysis
The New Tiffany & Co. Needs Women
"As the storied brand comes off a sluggish decade, it’s looking to the 'self-purchasing woman' to save it."
The New Tiffany & Co. Needs Women
"As the storied brand comes off a sluggish decade, it’s looking to the 'self-purchasing woman' to save it."
China
Gold Goes Cold Turkey as Chinese Stop Buying for Year of Rooster
Prices have dropped 2.7 percent in the past four days, cutting the year’s gains in half.
Gold Goes Cold Turkey as Chinese Stop Buying for Year of Rooster
Prices have dropped 2.7 percent in the past four days, cutting the year’s gains in half.
News & Analysis
Tiffany Appoints Reed Krakoff as Chief Artistic Officer
Reed Krakoff will join the troubled American jewellery brand in February.
Tiffany Appoints Reed Krakoff as Chief Artistic Officer
Reed Krakoff will join the troubled American jewellery brand in February.
News & Analysis
Can Francesca Amfitheatrof Save Tiffany?
Tiffany has cut profit forecasts and share prices have fallen and annual sales have hovered at just over $4 billion since 2014.
Can Francesca Amfitheatrof Save Tiffany?
Tiffany has cut profit forecasts and share prices have fallen and annual sales have hovered at just over $4 billion since 2014.
China
Diamonds, Not Marriage, Are Forever for China’s Millennials
Millennial women spent about $26 billion on diamond jewellery in 2015 in the world’s four main markets, acquiring more than any other generation.
Diamonds, Not Marriage, Are Forever for China’s Millennials
Millennial women spent about $26 billion on diamond jewellery in 2015 in the world’s four main markets, acquiring more than any other generation.
News & Analysis
Ivanka Trump Separates Social Media Accounts From Her Brand
The future first daughter will only be using her Instagram, Facebook and Twitter accounts for personal messages — rather than brand-related news.
Ivanka Trump Separates Social Media Accounts From Her Brand
The future first daughter will only be using her Instagram, Facebook and Twitter accounts for personal messages — rather than brand-related news.
The News in Brief
Hermès Sales Climb, Boosted By US
Hermès second quarter sales rose 7 percent, lifted by a recovery in tourism in Europe and strong demand in the US.
Shein Discloses FTC Probe in US, Warns of Significant Payments
According to documents the ultra-fast-fashion company filed in connection with its planned Hong Kong IPO, Shein is cooperating with the investigation and could face significant fines.
Frasers Group Takes a Position in Burberry
The billionaire Mike Ashley’s investment arm disclosed Tuesday it holds an interest worth a potential 4.2 percent of the voting rights in Burberry.
EssilorLuxottica Beats Forecasts, AI Glasses and Myopia Products Drive Growth
The Franco-Italian eyewear maker reported a 15 percent rise in first-half profit, beating expectations, while revenue growth was driven by strong demand for AI-enabled glasses myopia products.
Whoop Names Kyle Leahy Chief Commercial Officer
Leahy joins the wearables brand from Glossier, where she was chief executive for three years.
Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.
Unilever Lifts Outlook on Strongest Volume Growth in Over A Decade
Unilever upgraded its annual forecast on Tuesday, as consumers reached for brands like Vaseline and Dove despite household budget concerns stemming from the Iran war.