Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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Should Brands Play Politics?
This week, the question was more pressing than ever as a US presidential election, which has dominated the divided country’s cultural conversation this year, approached an end.
Should Brands Play Politics?
This week, the question was more pressing than ever as a US presidential election, which has dominated the divided country’s cultural conversation this year, approached an end.
Retail
US Retailers Tiptoe Into the Holiday Season Blind and Weary
The season represents about 20 percent of annual retail sales each year, and stores need some relief after enduring months of turmoil as the health crisis roiled the world economy.
US Retailers Tiptoe Into the Holiday Season Blind and Weary
The season represents about 20 percent of annual retail sales each year, and stores need some relief after enduring months of turmoil as the health crisis roiled the world economy.
Retail
Levi Strauss Warns of Weak Sales Growth in Second Half of 2020
The denim brand reported a 62 percent drop in net revenue in the second quarter and said it will cut 700 jobs in order to save $100 million annually.
Levi Strauss Warns of Weak Sales Growth in Second Half of 2020
The denim brand reported a 62 percent drop in net revenue in the second quarter and said it will cut 700 jobs in order to save $100 million annually.
Retail
Weakened Demand at Stores Signals More Trouble for Garment Suppliers
With retailers looking to sell old inventory and seasonless basics, new orders for factories in garment hubs like Bangladesh are down by as much as 45 percent compared to last year.
Weakened Demand at Stores Signals More Trouble for Garment Suppliers
With retailers looking to sell old inventory and seasonless basics, new orders for factories in garment hubs like Bangladesh are down by as much as 45 percent compared to last year.
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It’s Time for Fashion to Clean Up Its Act. Please Join Us.
You’re invited to the BoF Professional Summit on How to Build a Responsible Fashion Business, broadcast live on 17 June 2020.
It’s Time for Fashion to Clean Up Its Act. Please Join Us.
You’re invited to the BoF Professional Summit on How to Build a Responsible Fashion Business, broadcast live on 17 June 2020.
Marketing
For Brands Boycotting Facebook, Here's Where to Put Your Marketing Dollars
From billboards to Pinterest, there are new opportunities for brands looking to get a bigger bang for their advertising buck.
For Brands Boycotting Facebook, Here's Where to Put Your Marketing Dollars
From billboards to Pinterest, there are new opportunities for brands looking to get a bigger bang for their advertising buck.
Retail
Levi's Returns to Life in China as Stores Reopen, Online Sales Rise
But the American company is facing a mounting crisis at home, where it will furlough all its retail store staff.
Levi's Returns to Life in China as Stores Reopen, Online Sales Rise
But the American company is facing a mounting crisis at home, where it will furlough all its retail store staff.
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When Every Day Is a Sale, Stores Struggle to Catch Shoppers’ Eye
As American parents are expected to spend $507 on average on school-related items in the upcoming season, retailers are urged to look towards consumers for product cues.
When Every Day Is a Sale, Stores Struggle to Catch Shoppers’ Eye
As American parents are expected to spend $507 on average on school-related items in the upcoming season, retailers are urged to look towards consumers for product cues.
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China
Why H&M Is Using Kung Fu to Boost Its Business
With its latest martial arts-inspired collaboration, the brand joins the ranks of Converse, Swarovski and Levi’s as more global players partner with Chinese designers in the hopes of boosting profits. Will it work?
Why H&M Is Using Kung Fu to Boost Its Business
With its latest martial arts-inspired collaboration, the brand joins the ranks of Converse, Swarovski and Levi’s as more global players partner with Chinese designers in the hopes of boosting profits. Will it work?
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Levi’s Shares Fall to Record Low
Shares of the denim company sank as much as 6.6 percent after Goldman Sachs issued its first sell rating.
Levi’s Shares Fall to Record Low
Shares of the denim company sank as much as 6.6 percent after Goldman Sachs issued its first sell rating.
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How Levi's Sells a Logo Tee a Second
For most of its 166-year history, Levi’s was known solely for its jeans. But in the last few years it’s built T-shirts and tops into a $1 billion business.
How Levi's Sells a Logo Tee a Second
For most of its 166-year history, Levi’s was known solely for its jeans. But in the last few years it’s built T-shirts and tops into a $1 billion business.
Financial Markets
Levi Strauss Falls, Profit Declines as Company Spends to Grow
Earnings slipped 21 percent from the prior year, affected by $29 million of expenses associated with Levi's IPO.
Levi Strauss Falls, Profit Declines as Company Spends to Grow
Earnings slipped 21 percent from the prior year, affected by $29 million of expenses associated with Levi's IPO.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.