Kelly Clarkson’s viral feud with an independent Brooklyn toy store has ignited debate over poor customer service, which experts say can be remedied with investment in training and employee motivation.
Nearly a decade since the luxury groups first published a charter of model protections, they are introducing new measures to protect those working in the industry.
Nearly two years after investigations exposed labour abuses in Italy’s luxury supply chain, brands have strengthened oversight and increased audits. But questions around pricing pressure, subcontracting and accountability remain. BoF global markets editor Sarah Kent joins The Debrief to unpack what has changed — and what hasn’t.
Investments to reduce heat stress for garment factory workers can pay for themselves within four years, a new report from Cornell University's Global Labor Institute finds.
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Craft is not simply cultural spectacle. It is a referendum on the kind of nation India is becoming.
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.
The French fashion house said cut ties weeks ago with the subcontractor concerned, instructing its packaging supplier to end the relationship two days after receiving an alert on May 18.
Police visited nine high-end fashion firms as part of an investigation into alleged exploitation of workers at subcontractors.
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Record-breaking temperatures are threatening worker health and disrupting production, but there are simple, cost-effective steps the industry can take to adapt.
Macy’s had attempted to roll back the National Labor Relations Board’s ability to order a company to compensate fired employees.
The special administration imposed on a unit of the luxury group over labour practices of its Chinese-owned subcontractors has ended early.
India's antitrust watchdog is investigating global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances over accusations of striking anti-poaching deals that can harm workers, regulatory documents show.
The Chinese beauty conglomerate’s revenue grew 29.8 percent in the latest quarter, but its profit decreased by double digits due to increased promotional expenses as it expands overseas.
Shares jumped after the group raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts and said it expected sales to return to growth.
The German sportswear business is attempting to reboot its brand appeal to better compete with larger rivals Adidas and Nike.
The Tata Group-owned business beat expectations, shoring up confidence in its fashion business after a period of sluggish performance.
Chasity Monroe has been appointed as the label’s chief executive as it undergoes a wider brand refresh.
The Korean firm and Medicube owner reported third quarter revenue growth of over 100 percent, mostly attributed to the expansion of its skincare range into new markets, channels and product categories.
Celebrity-makeup artist Ash K. Holm will join the “smart” mirror brand for a year-long partnership focusing on guidance and education.
Revenue growth outpaced the previous quarter in the Korean conglomerate’s domestic market, but slowed internationally.