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Elizabeth Arden Reports 2Q Loss

Elizabeth Arden Inc. on Thursday reported a fiscal second-quarter loss of $56.1 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.

Elizabeth Arden Reports 2Q Loss

Elizabeth Arden Inc. on Thursday reported a fiscal second-quarter loss of $56.1 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.


L Brands Raises 4Q Profit Outlook on Strong Holiday Sales

L Brands Inc., the parent of Victoria's Secret, raised its fourth-quarter profit outlook that covers the holiday shopping season, boosted by strong January sales.

L Brands Raises 4Q Profit Outlook on Strong Holiday Sales

L Brands Inc., the parent of Victoria's Secret, raised its fourth-quarter profit outlook that covers the holiday shopping season, boosted by strong January sales.


The Swiss Tsunami

The Savigny Luxury Index started the year on a high as it gained almost five percent over the month.

The Swiss Tsunami

The Savigny Luxury Index started the year on a high as it gained almost five percent over the month.


Michael Kors Holdings Beats Wall Street Forecasts

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd. on Thursday reported fiscal third-quarter profit of $303.7 million.

Michael Kors Holdings Beats Wall Street Forecasts

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd. on Thursday reported fiscal third-quarter profit of $303.7 million.


Ralph Lauren Tumbles After Currency Woes Weigh on Its Forecast

Ralph Lauren Corp., the upscale apparel company known for Polo and other brands, fell as much as 11 percent in early trading after its third-quarter earnings missed analysts’ estimates and the company cut its forecast.

Ralph Lauren Tumbles After Currency Woes Weigh on Its Forecast

Ralph Lauren Corp., the upscale apparel company known for Polo and other brands, fell as much as 11 percent in early trading after its third-quarter earnings missed analysts’ estimates and the company cut its forecast.


Macy’s Boosts Earnings Forecast, Will Buy Spa Chain Bluemercury

Macy’s Inc. boosted its full-year earnings forecast, citing a “strengthening trend” starting in the fourth quarter, and announced a deal to purchase beauty and spa chain Bluemercury.

Macy’s Boosts Earnings Forecast, Will Buy Spa Chain Bluemercury

Macy’s Inc. boosted its full-year earnings forecast, citing a “strengthening trend” starting in the fourth quarter, and announced a deal to purchase beauty and spa chain Bluemercury.


LVMH Earnings Miss Estimates as Chinese Spend Less on Luxury

LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA, the world’s largest luxury-goods maker, reported full-year earnings that missed analysts’ estimates as Chinese shoppers curbed spending on Vuitton handbags and Hennessy cognac.

LVMH Earnings Miss Estimates as Chinese Spend Less on Luxury

LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA, the world’s largest luxury-goods maker, reported full-year earnings that missed analysts’ estimates as Chinese shoppers curbed spending on Vuitton handbags and Hennessy cognac.


Kate Spade Saturday and Jack Spade Stores to Close

Kate Spade & Co., the handbag maker working to become a global lifestyle brand, will close stores devoted to its lower-priced and men’s lines while starting a new joint venture to speed its growth in China.

Kate Spade Saturday and Jack Spade Stores to Close

Kate Spade & Co., the handbag maker working to become a global lifestyle brand, will close stores devoted to its lower-priced and men’s lines while starting a new joint venture to speed its growth in China.


Coach Tops Profit Estimates after Curbing Discounts

Coach Inc. posted second-quarter profit that exceeded analysts’ estimates as the handbag maker worked to increase sales of full-priced items and reduce discounts as part of its turnaround plan.

Coach Tops Profit Estimates after Curbing Discounts

Coach Inc. posted second-quarter profit that exceeded analysts’ estimates as the handbag maker worked to increase sales of full-priced items and reduce discounts as part of its turnaround plan.


Alibaba to Post Profit Gain After Investing in Apps

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is set to report earnings today as investors seek clues on the performance of its mobile business and response to government allegations it isn’t doing enough to combat online shopping fraud.

Alibaba to Post Profit Gain After Investing in Apps

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is set to report earnings today as investors seek clues on the performance of its mobile business and response to government allegations it isn’t doing enough to combat online shopping fraud.


To IPO, or Not to IPO

BoF weighs up the pros and cons of going public compared to other options for raising capital to fuel growth.

To IPO, or Not to IPO

BoF weighs up the pros and cons of going public compared to other options for raising capital to fuel growth.


H&M Tops Profit Estimates, Plans 400 New Stores

Hennes & Mauritz AB, Europe’s second-biggest clothing retailer, reported fourth-quarter profit that topped analysts’ estimates as the company added stores in China and the U.S. and expanded its collection.

H&M Tops Profit Estimates, Plans 400 New Stores

Hennes & Mauritz AB, Europe’s second-biggest clothing retailer, reported fourth-quarter profit that topped analysts’ estimates as the company added stores in China and the U.S. and expanded its collection.