Asos Announces Law Roach as 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.
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The Big Keep Getting Bigger in the Pandemic-Rearranged Economy
Antitrust experts fear that as the largest companies increase market shares, decimated firms might disappear or have little choice but to sell out at fire-sale prices — and that lawmakers will be under pressure not to stand in the way as the economy struggles to recover.
The Big Keep Getting Bigger in the Pandemic-Rearranged Economy
Antitrust experts fear that as the largest companies increase market shares, decimated firms might disappear or have little choice but to sell out at fire-sale prices — and that lawmakers will be under pressure not to stand in the way as the economy struggles to recover.
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2020’s Top M&A Targets in Luxury
BoF tapped industry experts and analysed the market to determine which brands will likely be targeted this year — and which wild-card mergers could pick up steam.
2020’s Top M&A Targets in Luxury
BoF tapped industry experts and analysed the market to determine which brands will likely be targeted this year — and which wild-card mergers could pick up steam.
Retail
Old Mutual Backs South African Retailer Footgear’s Acquisition Plans
The plan to buy Edcon’s Edgars Active and High Key assets will create one of Southern Africa's largest sports and casual wear businesses.
Old Mutual Backs South African Retailer Footgear’s Acquisition Plans
The plan to buy Edcon’s Edgars Active and High Key assets will create one of Southern Africa's largest sports and casual wear businesses.
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Bespoke Fashion Start-Ups Join Forces for European Expansion
Menswear shopping services Outfittery and Modomoto are set to transform into a merged business with a revenue target of over €100 million in 2020.
Bespoke Fashion Start-Ups Join Forces for European Expansion
Menswear shopping services Outfittery and Modomoto are set to transform into a merged business with a revenue target of over €100 million in 2020.
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The Latest Clash Between France and Italy Is Over Sunglasses
Shares in EssilorLuxottica, the world’s largest eyewear company, have slumped 22 percent since the two brands merged.
The Latest Clash Between France and Italy Is Over Sunglasses
Shares in EssilorLuxottica, the world’s largest eyewear company, have slumped 22 percent since the two brands merged.
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Acne Studios Takes Minority Investment
IDG Capital and Hong Kong-based I.T Group have acquired stakes of 30.1 percent and 10.9 percent of the company.
Acne Studios Takes Minority Investment
IDG Capital and Hong Kong-based I.T Group have acquired stakes of 30.1 percent and 10.9 percent of the company.
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Debenhams Shares Rise After Speculations of Merge with House of Fraser
Shares in Debenhams rose after an outgoing director of Sports Direct said theboard had discussed combining the department store group with House of Fraser.
Debenhams Shares Rise After Speculations of Merge with House of Fraser
Shares in Debenhams rose after an outgoing director of Sports Direct said theboard had discussed combining the department store group with House of Fraser.
Retail
Hudson's Bay and Signa Holding Merge Two German Department Store Chains
The move comes as the department store chains seek to respond to fierce competition from e-commerce players.
Hudson's Bay and Signa Holding Merge Two German Department Store Chains
The move comes as the department store chains seek to respond to fierce competition from e-commerce players.
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Indian Traders' Group Files Objection to Walmart-Flipkart Deal
The Confederation of All India Traders said the merger would create unfair competition and result in predatory pricing.
Indian Traders' Group Files Objection to Walmart-Flipkart Deal
The Confederation of All India Traders said the merger would create unfair competition and result in predatory pricing.
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Op-Ed | Why Michael Kors and Tapestry Should Hold Fire on M&A
The two companies want to turn themselves into luxury powerhouses, but they shouldn't let impatience steer them.
Op-Ed | Why Michael Kors and Tapestry Should Hold Fire on M&A
The two companies want to turn themselves into luxury powerhouses, but they shouldn't let impatience steer them.
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Luxottica CEO Exits Eyewear Giant Ahead of Essilor Merger
Luxottica is simplifying its management structure ahead of a mega-merger with Essilor.
Luxottica CEO Exits Eyewear Giant Ahead of Essilor Merger
Luxottica is simplifying its management structure ahead of a mega-merger with Essilor.
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WME-IMG Renames Parent Company as Endeavor
"Since private equity firm Silver Lake’s initial outside investment in 2012, the company has...boosted its portfolio with a considerable number of
WME-IMG Renames Parent Company as Endeavor
"Since private equity firm Silver Lake’s initial outside investment in 2012, the company has...boosted its portfolio with a considerable number of
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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.
Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.