Converse CEO Pledges Review Over Ad Critics Say Evoked KKK
The head of Converse promised to review internal processes and told employees he will make any necessary changes in an internal memo seen by Bloomberg.
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Financial Markets
Tiffany Sales Miss Estimates as Global Uncertainty Hurts Demand
Tiffany & Co. posted second-quarter sales that missed analysts’ estimates as global economic uncertainty weighed on demand.
Tiffany Sales Miss Estimates as Global Uncertainty Hurts Demand
Tiffany & Co. posted second-quarter sales that missed analysts’ estimates as global economic uncertainty weighed on demand.
News & Analysis
Claire’s Corners Bondholders With $800 Million Debt Swap Plan
Claire’s is turning to its creditors to help it avoid becoming the latest mall chain to succumb to a mountain of debt.
Claire’s Corners Bondholders With $800 Million Debt Swap Plan
Claire’s is turning to its creditors to help it avoid becoming the latest mall chain to succumb to a mountain of debt.
Financial Markets
Pandora Shares Drop as Q2 Sales Miss Estimates
Pandora shares fell as much as 6.8 percent in Copenhagen trading after the jewellery maker reported sales and profit that missed estimates.
Pandora Shares Drop as Q2 Sales Miss Estimates
Pandora shares fell as much as 6.8 percent in Copenhagen trading after the jewellery maker reported sales and profit that missed estimates.
News & Analysis
Jewellery Nestling in New Real Estate on the Body
Luxury body jewellery is piquing the interest of consumers and global retailers alike.
Jewellery Nestling in New Real Estate on the Body
Luxury body jewellery is piquing the interest of consumers and global retailers alike.
Global Markets
Swarovski Blings Up the Orient
The Austrian crystal maker is tapping emerging markets in the Middle East and Asia by adding luxury embellishments to traditional garments.
Swarovski Blings Up the Orient
The Austrian crystal maker is tapping emerging markets in the Middle East and Asia by adding luxury embellishments to traditional garments.
News & Analysis
Tiffany's 'Old-World Luxury' Fails to Charm Millennials
Tiffany's jewellery, long considered a status symbol and synonymous with weddings and anniversaries, is failing to charm millennials.
Tiffany's 'Old-World Luxury' Fails to Charm Millennials
Tiffany's jewellery, long considered a status symbol and synonymous with weddings and anniversaries, is failing to charm millennials.
Financial Markets
Bulgari Aims to Have Up to Six Stores in Russia over 10 Years
Bulgari plans to open up to four more stores in Russia over the next 10 years, betting on the long-term prospects of its luxury market.
Bulgari Aims to Have Up to Six Stores in Russia over 10 Years
Bulgari plans to open up to four more stores in Russia over the next 10 years, betting on the long-term prospects of its luxury market.
Luxury
Pomellato, Beyond Milano
Kering aims to turn the Milanese purveyor of colourful high-end baubles into one of the 10 biggest jewellery brands in the world. Will it work?
Pomellato, Beyond Milano
Kering aims to turn the Milanese purveyor of colourful high-end baubles into one of the 10 biggest jewellery brands in the world. Will it work?
China
China Goes Cold on Platinum Jewellery, Crimping World Demand
China's penchant for luxury platinum jewellery is fading despite lower global prices, leaving world demand for the metal exposed to sharper decline.
China Goes Cold on Platinum Jewellery, Crimping World Demand
China's penchant for luxury platinum jewellery is fading despite lower global prices, leaving world demand for the metal exposed to sharper decline.
Financial Markets
Bulgari Sees Brighter Prospects for Second Half of Year
Bulgari chief executive Jean-Christophe Babin sees growth picking up in the second half of the year after sales suffered following the terror attacks in Paris in November.
Bulgari Sees Brighter Prospects for Second Half of Year
Bulgari chief executive Jean-Christophe Babin sees growth picking up in the second half of the year after sales suffered following the terror attacks in Paris in November.
China
E-Commerce Latecomer Chow Tai Fook Chases Alibaba
The Chow Tai Fook brand is making a move to chase Alibaba and other Internet retailers by expanding its online presence.
E-Commerce Latecomer Chow Tai Fook Chases Alibaba
The Chow Tai Fook brand is making a move to chase Alibaba and other Internet retailers by expanding its online presence.
Luxury
The Hidden Gem in Tiffany’s Outlook: Access to Cheaper Diamonds
Tiffany & Co. is suffering from currency fluctuations and a jittery global economy, but there’s one definite bright spot for the luxury jeweller: lower diamond prices.
The Hidden Gem in Tiffany’s Outlook: Access to Cheaper Diamonds
Tiffany & Co. is suffering from currency fluctuations and a jittery global economy, but there’s one definite bright spot for the luxury jeweller: lower diamond prices.
The News in Brief
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
Asos Names Law Roach ‘Stylist in Residence’
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’
Luxury Perfume Line Roja London Acquired by Extravaganza Beauty
Master perfumer and founder Roja Dove will remain with the brand in a new consultancy role.
UK Retail Sales Bounce Back With 0.5% Gain in August
Warm weather and a brighter national mood helped lift spending on clothing and household goods despite rising energy bills.
EssilorLuxottica Gets Rare Sell Call Amid Stock Slump, AI Glasses Concerns
Shares in the eyewear giant, one of Europe's best-rated blue chips, have dropped 55 percent since November, while concerns are mounting over slowing growth and privacy issues for its AI glasses with Meta.
Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.