British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
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Financial Markets
ZTO Express Eyes Largest Chinese Company US IPO Since Alibaba
NEW YORK, United States — Logistics company ZTO Express has set terms for what could be the largest US initial public offering this year and also the
ZTO Express Eyes Largest Chinese Company US IPO Since Alibaba
NEW YORK, United States — Logistics company ZTO Express has set terms for what could be the largest US initial public offering this year and also the
Retail
Nike, Polo’s Marooned Suppliers Race to Meet Thanksgiving Rush
Suppliers to companies from Nike to Hugo Boss are scrambling to ensure their T-shirts and sneakers reach buyers in time for the year-end holiday season after the collapse of Hanjin Shipping Co. left an estimated $14 billion worth of goods adrift.
Nike, Polo’s Marooned Suppliers Race to Meet Thanksgiving Rush
Suppliers to companies from Nike to Hugo Boss are scrambling to ensure their T-shirts and sneakers reach buyers in time for the year-end holiday season after the collapse of Hanjin Shipping Co. left an estimated $14 billion worth of goods adrift.
Retail
Gap Distribution Centre Fire Intentionally Set, Says Police
A fire that broke out at apparel retailer Gap's distribution centre in New York last week was intentionally set, the New York State Police said on Tuesday.
Gap Distribution Centre Fire Intentionally Set, Says Police
A fire that broke out at apparel retailer Gap's distribution centre in New York last week was intentionally set, the New York State Police said on Tuesday.
News & Analysis
Gap Rerouting Deliveries to Cope With Distribution-Center Fire
Gap, which suffered a fire at its Northeastern distribution centre, is rerouting deliveries and boosting staff at its other facilities to cope with the fallout.
Gap Rerouting Deliveries to Cope With Distribution-Center Fire
Gap, which suffered a fire at its Northeastern distribution centre, is rerouting deliveries and boosting staff at its other facilities to cope with the fallout.
News & Analysis
Blaze erupts at Gap Inc. distribution center in New York
A massive blaze that ripped through a Gap distribution centre in New York has been largely extinguished.
Blaze erupts at Gap Inc. distribution center in New York
A massive blaze that ripped through a Gap distribution centre in New York has been largely extinguished.
News & Analysis
Amazon's New UK Distribution Centre to Create 500 jobs in 2017
Amazon plans to create 500 new jobs when it opens another distribution centre in northern England next year it has announced.
Amazon's New UK Distribution Centre to Create 500 jobs in 2017
Amazon plans to create 500 new jobs when it opens another distribution centre in northern England next year it has announced.
News & Analysis
Amazon Partners With UK Government to Test Delivery by Drone
Amazon and the British government have announced a partnership to test the e-commerce giant’s aerial drone parcel delivery system after run-ins over the technology’s use.
Amazon Partners With UK Government to Test Delivery by Drone
Amazon and the British government have announced a partnership to test the e-commerce giant’s aerial drone parcel delivery system after run-ins over the technology’s use.
News & Analysis
Amazon Customers Facing Difficulty With Checkout on Prime Day
Amazon.com Inc said some customers were reporting difficulty with checkout after making purchases in its highly publicised "Prime Day" shopping event.
Amazon Customers Facing Difficulty With Checkout on Prime Day
Amazon.com Inc said some customers were reporting difficulty with checkout after making purchases in its highly publicised "Prime Day" shopping event.
Retail
Ahead of Amazon Prime Day, Wal-Mart Tries To Move In
Wal-Mart is offering a free 30-day trial on its two-day unlimited shipping service, and an extra month free for paying members, as it looks to sharpen its attack against the online leader.
Ahead of Amazon Prime Day, Wal-Mart Tries To Move In
Wal-Mart is offering a free 30-day trial on its two-day unlimited shipping service, and an extra month free for paying members, as it looks to sharpen its attack against the online leader.
News & Analysis
Zalando Trials Same-Day Free Deliveries From Adidas Store
Europe's biggest online fashion retailer, Zalando, facing a growing threat from rival Amazon moving into its territory, is teaming up with Adidas to offer same-day, free deliveries from one of its sports stores.
Zalando Trials Same-Day Free Deliveries From Adidas Store
Europe's biggest online fashion retailer, Zalando, facing a growing threat from rival Amazon moving into its territory, is teaming up with Adidas to offer same-day, free deliveries from one of its sports stores.
Retail
Gap CEO Says He Would Consider Using Amazon to Reach Customers
Gap Inc. chief executive officer Art Peck said the retailer would consider relying on third-party sellers such as Amazon.com Inc. to reach customers.
Gap CEO Says He Would Consider Using Amazon to Reach Customers
Gap Inc. chief executive officer Art Peck said the retailer would consider relying on third-party sellers such as Amazon.com Inc. to reach customers.
News & Analysis
Amazon to Help European Vendors Sell Goods Across Borders
Amazon.com Inc. will offer to deliver vendors’ goods to customers in other European Union countries, as the e-commerce giant seeks to dominate online deliveries across the region.
Amazon to Help European Vendors Sell Goods Across Borders
Amazon.com Inc. will offer to deliver vendors’ goods to customers in other European Union countries, as the e-commerce giant seeks to dominate online deliveries across the region.
The News in Brief
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.
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.