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Victoria's Secret Owner L Brands Tops Third Quarter Profit Forecasts

L Brands Inc. on Wednesday reported fiscal third-quarter earnings of $121.6 million.

Victoria's Secret Owner L Brands Tops Third Quarter Profit Forecasts

L Brands Inc. on Wednesday reported fiscal third-quarter earnings of $121.6 million.


Report: Snapchat Files for One of the Biggest Tech IPOs in Years

The company could go public as soon as March and be valued at $20 billion to $25 billion, making it the largest IPO since Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.

Report: Snapchat Files for One of the Biggest Tech IPOs in Years

The company could go public as soon as March and be valued at $20 billion to $25 billion, making it the largest IPO since Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.


Alibaba-Rival JD Envisions its Own Delivery Drone Fleet by 2017

JD.com Inc. has drawn up plans for drones to ply 100 regular routes by the end of next year.

Alibaba-Rival JD Envisions its Own Delivery Drone Fleet by 2017

JD.com Inc. has drawn up plans for drones to ply 100 regular routes by the end of next year.


Stella McCartney Inspired by Dad for Debut Men's Fashion Line

The British designer showcased the line on Thursday alongside her women's spring 2017 resort collection at a star-studded event at London's Abbey Road music studios.

Stella McCartney Inspired by Dad for Debut Men's Fashion Line

The British designer showcased the line on Thursday alongside her women's spring 2017 resort collection at a star-studded event at London's Abbey Road music studios.


Michael Kors Holdings Tops Second-Quarter Profit Forecasts

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd. on Thursday reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $160.9 million.

Michael Kors Holdings Tops Second-Quarter Profit Forecasts

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd. on Thursday reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $160.9 million.


Nordstrom Reports Third-Quarter Loss

Nordstrom Inc. on Thursday reported a fiscal third-quarter loss of $10 million.

Nordstrom Reports Third-Quarter Loss

Nordstrom Inc. on Thursday reported a fiscal third-quarter loss of $10 million.


Alibaba Posts $1 Billion in Sales in 5 Minutes on Singles’ Day

Global retail e-commerce is expected to grow by 24 percent to $1.91 trillion in transactions this year.

Alibaba Posts $1 Billion in Sales in 5 Minutes on Singles’ Day

Global retail e-commerce is expected to grow by 24 percent to $1.91 trillion in transactions this year.


Macy's Raises Outlook for the Year as Trends Improve

Macy's faces challenges heading into the holiday season, the most important time of the year for retailers.

Macy's Raises Outlook for the Year as Trends Improve

Macy's faces challenges heading into the holiday season, the most important time of the year for retailers.


Ralph Lauren Tops Second-Quarter Profit Forecasts

Ralph Lauren Corp. on Thursday reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $45 million.

Ralph Lauren Tops Second-Quarter Profit Forecasts

Ralph Lauren Corp. on Thursday reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $45 million.


Puma Raises Outlook as Rihanna, Celebrity Tie-Ups Help Sales

Puma raised its earnings outlook after reporting profit that topped analysts’ estimates, helped by street shoes promoted by pop-star Rihanna and British model Cara Delevingne.

Puma Raises Outlook as Rihanna, Celebrity Tie-Ups Help Sales

Puma raised its earnings outlook after reporting profit that topped analysts’ estimates, helped by street shoes promoted by pop-star Rihanna and British model Cara Delevingne.


Crocs Reports Third-Quarter Loss

Crocs Inc. on Wednesday reported a loss of $1.5 million in its third quarter.

Crocs Reports Third-Quarter Loss

Crocs Inc. on Wednesday reported a loss of $1.5 million in its third quarter.


Burberry First-Half Profit Drops as Asia Weighs on Luxury Maker

Adjusted pretax profit fell 4 percent to £146 million ($182 million) in the six months through September.

Burberry First-Half Profit Drops as Asia Weighs on Luxury Maker

Adjusted pretax profit fell 4 percent to £146 million ($182 million) in the six months through September.