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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Beauty
Exclusive: L Catterton Invests in Ex Nihilo
The LVMH-backed private equity firm has taken a large minority stake in the high perfumery brand, which looks to push deeper into the US market.
Exclusive: L Catterton Invests in Ex Nihilo
The LVMH-backed private equity firm has taken a large minority stake in the high perfumery brand, which looks to push deeper into the US market.
Beauty
Exclusive: Eurazeo to Shut Down Brand Investment Arm
The French private equity firm, a former investor in Farfetch and Pat McGrath Labs with current stakes in beauty companies like Beekman 1802 and Gisou, is in the process of dissolving its consumer investment arm, sources told The Business of Beauty.
Exclusive: Eurazeo to Shut Down Brand Investment Arm
The French private equity firm, a former investor in Farfetch and Pat McGrath Labs with current stakes in beauty companies like Beekman 1802 and Gisou, is in the process of dissolving its consumer investment arm, sources told The Business of Beauty.
Beauty
Revolution Beauty Rejects Bid From Private Equity Firm, Sources Say
The cosmetic group has rejected a takeover offer from True, a private equity firm, and is now likely to pursue a capital raise from existing shareholders.
Revolution Beauty Rejects Bid From Private Equity Firm, Sources Say
The cosmetic group has rejected a takeover offer from True, a private equity firm, and is now likely to pursue a capital raise from existing shareholders.
Beauty
Beauty’s Hottest New Trend: The Founder Buyback
Original influencer Huda Kattan has regained majority ownership of her namesake beauty brand and sent a message to the greater industry: When it’s time to course-correct, you need your best driver.
Beauty’s Hottest New Trend: The Founder Buyback
Original influencer Huda Kattan has regained majority ownership of her namesake beauty brand and sent a message to the greater industry: When it’s time to course-correct, you need your best driver.
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Direct-to-Consumer
True Classic Secures Investment From 1686 Partners
The men’s T-shirt maker’s funding from 1686 Partners, a private equity firm founded by David Wertheimer, will help the brand invest in supply chain, retail and international expansion as it aims to reach upwards of $1 billion in annual sales in the next 10 years.
True Classic Secures Investment From 1686 Partners
The men’s T-shirt maker’s funding from 1686 Partners, a private equity firm founded by David Wertheimer, will help the brand invest in supply chain, retail and international expansion as it aims to reach upwards of $1 billion in annual sales in the next 10 years.
Beauty
LYS Beauty Secures Eight Figure Series A Investment
The round of funding was led by Encore Consumer Capital, the US-based firm that is banking on the Black-owned clean makeup label becoming the next Tarte.
LYS Beauty Secures Eight Figure Series A Investment
The round of funding was led by Encore Consumer Capital, the US-based firm that is banking on the Black-owned clean makeup label becoming the next Tarte.
Beauty
Nail Care Brand Nails Inc Acquired by Private Equity Firm
The British nail care brand has been acquired by American private equity group Pacific World Corporation, the company announced Monday.
Nail Care Brand Nails Inc Acquired by Private Equity Firm
The British nail care brand has been acquired by American private equity group Pacific World Corporation, the company announced Monday.
Retail
What the Fed’s Big Rate Cut Means for Fashion
The US Federal Reserve’s first interest rate cut since the pandemic will make borrowing cheaper. Ideally, it will ease pressure on some brands and retailers, encourage investment and drive more spending from shoppers.
What the Fed’s Big Rate Cut Means for Fashion
The US Federal Reserve’s first interest rate cut since the pandemic will make borrowing cheaper. Ideally, it will ease pressure on some brands and retailers, encourage investment and drive more spending from shoppers.
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Beauty
A Skincare Routine – for Your Dog
A $99 luxury dog perfume from Dolce & Gabbana ruffled furs, but it’s just one in a string of premium pet care products targeting beauty-savvy, wealthy shoppers.
A Skincare Routine – for Your Dog
A $99 luxury dog perfume from Dolce & Gabbana ruffled furs, but it’s just one in a string of premium pet care products targeting beauty-savvy, wealthy shoppers.
Beauty
Summer Fridays Announces Growth Investment From TSG Consumer Partners
The influencer-founded beauty brand, known for its hybrid skincare and makeup products, will join private equity firm TSG’s brand roster.
Summer Fridays Announces Growth Investment From TSG Consumer Partners
The influencer-founded beauty brand, known for its hybrid skincare and makeup products, will join private equity firm TSG’s brand roster.
Retail
Pamela Love Buys Back Her Brand
The jewellery designer sees opportunities in her ear piercing and engagement assortments, seeking new investors to fund this next stage of growth.
Pamela Love Buys Back Her Brand
The jewellery designer sees opportunities in her ear piercing and engagement assortments, seeking new investors to fund this next stage of growth.
Beauty
Beautycounter Will Not Return Until Late 2024
According to an email viewed by The Business of Beauty, the company will be on hiatus while it establishes a sustainable path to return as a new company.
Beautycounter Will Not Return Until Late 2024
According to an email viewed by The Business of Beauty, the company will be on hiatus while it establishes a sustainable path to return as a new company.
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.