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.
regulation
Beauty
Judge Denies Texas Bid for Bar on Tylenol Marketing
A judge rejected a bid by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to bar Tylenol-maker Kenvue from marketing its over-the-counter pain medication as being safe for pregnant women within the state.
Judge Denies Texas Bid for Bar on Tylenol Marketing
A judge rejected a bid by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to bar Tylenol-maker Kenvue from marketing its over-the-counter pain medication as being safe for pregnant women within the state.
Luxury
This Week: Italy Takes on Fast Fashion, Retail Earnings, BoF VOICES 2025
Anti-Shein laws are advancing across Europe while the Italian sweatshop investigation hits a key juncture. Meanwhile, US off-price earnings offer a view on lower-income consumers.
This Week: Italy Takes on Fast Fashion, Retail Earnings, BoF VOICES 2025
Anti-Shein laws are advancing across Europe while the Italian sweatshop investigation hits a key juncture. Meanwhile, US off-price earnings offer a view on lower-income consumers.
Retail
French Government Defends Poste Agreement With China’s Temu
France’s commerce minister defended a deal between the state-owned postal service and the Chinese e-commerce site, despite criticism regarding Temu’s impact on French industry and the environment.
French Government Defends Poste Agreement With China’s Temu
France’s commerce minister defended a deal between the state-owned postal service and the Chinese e-commerce site, despite criticism regarding Temu’s impact on French industry and the environment.
Retail
A Trump Supreme Court Tariff Defeat Would Add to Trade Uncertainty
Experts anticipate that Trump will shift to other trade tactics as his tariff’s are met with tough scrutiny in US Supreme Court oral arguments.
A Trump Supreme Court Tariff Defeat Would Add to Trade Uncertainty
Experts anticipate that Trump will shift to other trade tactics as his tariff’s are met with tough scrutiny in US Supreme Court oral arguments.
Retail
France Ramps Up Pressure on EU to Investigate Shein Over Sex Dolls, Weapons
France is urging the European Union to formally investigate the fast fashion giant, citing breaches of European rules and the Digital Services Act.
France Ramps Up Pressure on EU to Investigate Shein Over Sex Dolls, Weapons
France is urging the European Union to formally investigate the fast fashion giant, citing breaches of European rules and the Digital Services Act.
Retail
France Suspending Shein After Complaints Over Sex Dolls, Weapons
The French government said it would temporarily suspend the Chinese e-commerce giant Shein, just hours after it opened its first store in Paris.
France Suspending Shein After Complaints Over Sex Dolls, Weapons
The French government said it would temporarily suspend the Chinese e-commerce giant Shein, just hours after it opened its first store in Paris.
Retail
Inside Shein’s Fast-Fashion Fight in France
The online fashion giant is facing strong opposition in France from lawmakers, retailers and regulators who criticise its low-cost model and alleged unfair advantages.
Inside Shein’s Fast-Fashion Fight in France
The online fashion giant is facing strong opposition in France from lawmakers, retailers and regulators who criticise its low-cost model and alleged unfair advantages.
Technology
US Treasury’s Bessent Says China Has Approved TikTok Transfer Deal
China has approved the transfer agreement for TikTok, with the US Treasury Secretary expecting the resolution to proceed in the coming weeks and months.
US Treasury’s Bessent Says China Has Approved TikTok Transfer Deal
China has approved the transfer agreement for TikTok, with the US Treasury Secretary expecting the resolution to proceed in the coming weeks and months.
Retail
Walmart Pauses Job Offers to Candidates Needing H-1B Visas
It's the largest user of H-1B visas among major US retail chains, employing an estimated 2,390 H-1B visa holders.
Walmart Pauses Job Offers to Candidates Needing H-1B Visas
It's the largest user of H-1B visas among major US retail chains, employing an estimated 2,390 H-1B visa holders.
Retail
UK’s Asos in Talks With German Authorities Over Customs Duty Claims
The British fast-fashion retailer is in talks with German customs authorities over a legal dispute regarding underpaid import duties.
UK’s Asos in Talks With German Authorities Over Customs Duty Claims
The British fast-fashion retailer is in talks with German customs authorities over a legal dispute regarding underpaid import duties.
Beauty
How Beauty Can Navigate a Testing Confidence Crisis
As Australian regulators investigate a lab associated with sunscreens shown to have inconsistent SPF ratings, brands must grapple with questioned trust in beauty’s third-party product testing system.
How Beauty Can Navigate a Testing Confidence Crisis
As Australian regulators investigate a lab associated with sunscreens shown to have inconsistent SPF ratings, brands must grapple with questioned trust in beauty’s third-party product testing system.
Luxury
Gucci, Chloé and Loewe Fined Over $182 Million by EU for Anticompetitive Pricing Practices
The EU Commission said the luxury brands fixed resale prices, violating competition rules.
Gucci, Chloé and Loewe Fined Over $182 Million by EU for Anticompetitive Pricing Practices
The EU Commission said the luxury brands fixed resale prices, violating competition rules.
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.