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.
politics
News & Analysis
Victoria’s Secret CEO Compares Clinton, Trump to Roman Emperors
Les Wexner, who runs L Brands and its Victoria’s Secret division, blamed the election for distracting consumers.
Victoria’s Secret CEO Compares Clinton, Trump to Roman Emperors
Les Wexner, who runs L Brands and its Victoria’s Secret division, blamed the election for distracting consumers.
News & Analysis
Angry Women Are Boycotting Ivanka Trump's Fashion Range as She Defends Donald
"Women are boycotting Ivanka Trump’s fashion range, in protest at her continued support of her father’s presidential campaign."
Angry Women Are Boycotting Ivanka Trump's Fashion Range as She Defends Donald
"Women are boycotting Ivanka Trump’s fashion range, in protest at her continued support of her father’s presidential campaign."
Luxury
Luxury Goods Market Hampered by Terror Threats, US Election
The terror threat in Europe, a strong dollar and uncertainty over the US presidential elections have eroded the confidence of the globe's big-spenders.
Luxury Goods Market Hampered by Terror Threats, US Election
The terror threat in Europe, a strong dollar and uncertainty over the US presidential elections have eroded the confidence of the globe's big-spenders.
News & Analysis
French Uproar Creates Opportunity for Israeli Burkini Makers
France's burkini controversy is boosting the bottom line for Israeli makers of modest women's swimwear.
French Uproar Creates Opportunity for Israeli Burkini Makers
France's burkini controversy is boosting the bottom line for Israeli makers of modest women's swimwear.
Sustainability
Social Goods | Cambodian Factory Closures, Burkini Ban Overturned
This week, garment factory closures raise questions in Cambodia, and a high court blocks France's attempted Burkini ban.
Social Goods | Cambodian Factory Closures, Burkini Ban Overturned
This week, garment factory closures raise questions in Cambodia, and a high court blocks France's attempted Burkini ban.
Sustainability
Social Goods | 14-Year-Old H&M Factory Workers, Burkini Debate, Amazon's Tax Bill
This week, H&M has taken action against factories employing 14-year-olds, and the burkini debate continues.
Social Goods | 14-Year-Old H&M Factory Workers, Burkini Debate, Amazon's Tax Bill
This week, H&M has taken action against factories employing 14-year-olds, and the burkini debate continues.
Marketing
Inside the Business of Trump’s Trucker Hats and Clinton’s Pantsuit Tees
This election cycle, US presidential candidates have spent unprecedented amounts on campaign merchandise to raise funds and boost awareness.
Inside the Business of Trump’s Trucker Hats and Clinton’s Pantsuit Tees
This election cycle, US presidential candidates have spent unprecedented amounts on campaign merchandise to raise funds and boost awareness.
News & Analysis
'Make America Great Again' Hats Fall Short of 'Made in USA' Claim
At least one of the hats in a small test sample did not contain the specific type of American-made fabric the hats' manufacturer insists his factory always uses.
'Make America Great Again' Hats Fall Short of 'Made in USA' Claim
At least one of the hats in a small test sample did not contain the specific type of American-made fabric the hats' manufacturer insists his factory always uses.
News & Analysis
Brexit Vote Sends Tourists Flocking to London to Purchase Luxury Goods
By voting to leave the European Union, Britons have delivered a potential windfall to tourists eager to snatch up Burberry trenchcoats, Harrods Stilton and Liberty scarves on the cheap.
Brexit Vote Sends Tourists Flocking to London to Purchase Luxury Goods
By voting to leave the European Union, Britons have delivered a potential windfall to tourists eager to snatch up Burberry trenchcoats, Harrods Stilton and Liberty scarves on the cheap.
News & Analysis
Karl Lagerfeld Calls Brexit Vote a 'Moment of Madness'
Britain's decision to leave the European Union has unleashing market turmoil and untold damage to the global fashion industry. Industry figures speak out.
Karl Lagerfeld Calls Brexit Vote a 'Moment of Madness'
Britain's decision to leave the European Union has unleashing market turmoil and untold damage to the global fashion industry. Industry figures speak out.
News & Analysis
Colombian Designer Makes Fashion Business Bulletproof
Miguel Caballero, who makes lightweight, bulletproof clothing for dignitaries including the King of Jordan, says he has a 'survivors club' of 20 customers who owe their lives to wearing his garments.
Colombian Designer Makes Fashion Business Bulletproof
Miguel Caballero, who makes lightweight, bulletproof clothing for dignitaries including the King of Jordan, says he has a 'survivors club' of 20 customers who owe their lives to wearing his garments.
News & Analysis
The Day Great Britain Became Little England
The vote to exit the EU wasn’t really about the EU, it was a protest vote of people who were left behind, argues Imran Amed.
The Day Great Britain Became Little England
The vote to exit the EU wasn’t really about the EU, it was a protest vote of people who were left behind, argues Imran Amed.
The News in Brief
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.
J&J to Pay $5.5 Billion to Settle Talc-Related Cancer Claims
Johnson & Johnson on Monday said it agreed to a $5.5 billion commitment to resolve years of litigation related to claims that its talc products caused ovarian cancer.
Lenzing Closes UK, Austria Sites in Turnaround Bid
The closures are the latest in a series of cost-cutting and refinancing measures at the textile maker, which has faced headwinds from competition in China and India.