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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Global Brands Descend on Shanghai for Import Expo
The fourth annual China International Import Expo (CIIE) has kicked off in Shanghai with dozens of global fashion, beauty and luxury brands
Global Brands Descend on Shanghai for Import Expo
The fourth annual China International Import Expo (CIIE) has kicked off in Shanghai with dozens of global fashion, beauty and luxury brands
Sustainability
What the Latest Clampdown on Xinjiang Cotton Means for Fashion
New policies on both sides of the Atlantic mean businesses will likely have to prove their supply chains do not pass through the Chinese region, where the reported detention of Uighurs in forced labour camps is rife.
What the Latest Clampdown on Xinjiang Cotton Means for Fashion
New policies on both sides of the Atlantic mean businesses will likely have to prove their supply chains do not pass through the Chinese region, where the reported detention of Uighurs in forced labour camps is rife.
Global Markets
US Targets French Luxury in Tariff Retaliation
The move comes after President Emmanuel Macron’s government said it would tax the Silicon Valley tech giants.
US Targets French Luxury in Tariff Retaliation
The move comes after President Emmanuel Macron’s government said it would tax the Silicon Valley tech giants.
Global Markets
The EU Opens Trade Doors for Vietnam and Shuts Out Cambodia
The deal rewards Hanoi for its progress on labour guarantees with a 99 percent reduction in tariffs, while sanctioning Phnom Penh for human rights abuses.
The EU Opens Trade Doors for Vietnam and Shuts Out Cambodia
The deal rewards Hanoi for its progress on labour guarantees with a 99 percent reduction in tariffs, while sanctioning Phnom Penh for human rights abuses.
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Luxury
What Will Vetements Be Like Without Demna?
This week, everyone will be talking about the men's shows at Paris Fashion Week, an agreement to end the US-China trade war and Fenty Beauty's first mascara. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
What Will Vetements Be Like Without Demna?
This week, everyone will be talking about the men's shows at Paris Fashion Week, an agreement to end the US-China trade war and Fenty Beauty's first mascara. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Sustainability
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair Taps A$AP Nast As It Opens to the Public
The trade show is also partnering with denim brand Lee and designers Bethany Williams and Duran Lantink for a sustainability-focused special project, curated by Stavros Karelis and Orsola de Castro.
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair Taps A$AP Nast As It Opens to the Public
The trade show is also partnering with denim brand Lee and designers Bethany Williams and Duran Lantink for a sustainability-focused special project, curated by Stavros Karelis and Orsola de Castro.
News & Analysis
Amazon and Indian Trader Group in Public Spat Over Discounts
The Confederation of All India Traders has issued concerns over the e-commerce giant's alleged circumvention of foreign investment rules.
Amazon and Indian Trader Group in Public Spat Over Discounts
The Confederation of All India Traders has issued concerns over the e-commerce giant's alleged circumvention of foreign investment rules.
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Uniqlo Owner Apologises for Saying Korea Boycott Won’t Last Long
Japan-based Fast Retailing Co. released a statement clarifying remarks that initially angered Korean customers amid the trade spat between the two countries.
Uniqlo Owner Apologises for Saying Korea Boycott Won’t Last Long
Japan-based Fast Retailing Co. released a statement clarifying remarks that initially angered Korean customers amid the trade spat between the two countries.
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Global Markets
Nike and Lululemon Supplier Pivots Away From Vietnam After Exiting China
With Donald Trump hardening his stance on the Southeast Asian country, Eclat Textile Co. keeping up with the changing landscape of global trade.
Nike and Lululemon Supplier Pivots Away From Vietnam After Exiting China
With Donald Trump hardening his stance on the Southeast Asian country, Eclat Textile Co. keeping up with the changing landscape of global trade.
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Walmart Criticises India's E-Commerce Rules, Warns of Trade Impact
The American retail corporation is siding with the US government in strongly opposing India's e-commerce rules in a failed lobbying attempt.
Walmart Criticises India's E-Commerce Rules, Warns of Trade Impact
The American retail corporation is siding with the US government in strongly opposing India's e-commerce rules in a failed lobbying attempt.
News & Analysis
What’s Your 'Plan B' for Made in China?
US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats have put the importance of supply chain management into sharp focus. What are the sourcing hot spots that offer alternatives to Chinese production?
What’s Your 'Plan B' for Made in China?
US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats have put the importance of supply chain management into sharp focus. What are the sourcing hot spots that offer alternatives to Chinese production?
Global Markets
Tariffs on Mexico Will Not Derail Trade Deal, Says Trump Official
The president’s threat of a 5 percent tariff on all Mexican goods will not worsen the country's economic situation, according to White House administration.
Tariffs on Mexico Will Not Derail Trade Deal, Says Trump Official
The president’s threat of a 5 percent tariff on all Mexican goods will not worsen the country's economic situation, according to White House administration.
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.