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HSN Misses Third-Quarter Profit Forecasts

The home shopping network operator posted revenue of $823 million in the period.

HSN Misses Third-Quarter Profit Forecasts

The home shopping network operator posted revenue of $823 million in the period.


Coach Forecast Signals Turnaround On Track

Coach rose 0.6 percent to $36.10 in early trading in New York. The shares had increased 9.7 percent this year.

Coach Forecast Signals Turnaround On Track

Coach rose 0.6 percent to $36.10 in early trading in New York. The shares had increased 9.7 percent this year.


Amazon Launches Prime in China

Amazon.com Inc has launched a tailored version of its Prime service in China to tap consumer demand for overseas goods, putting it in closer competition with local rivals Alibaba Group and JD.com.

Amazon Launches Prime in China

Amazon.com Inc has launched a tailored version of its Prime service in China to tap consumer demand for overseas goods, putting it in closer competition with local rivals Alibaba Group and JD.com.


Macy's Investor Starboard is 'Impatient for Change'

Macy’s Inc. activist holder Starboard Value LP invested in the retailer “too early” and may grow impatient for bolder changes at the company.

Macy's Investor Starboard is 'Impatient for Change'

Macy’s Inc. activist holder Starboard Value LP invested in the retailer “too early” and may grow impatient for bolder changes at the company.


EBay Tops Third-Quarter Forecasts

EBay Inc. reported third-quarter profit of $413 million and revenue of $2.22 billion.

EBay Tops Third-Quarter Forecasts

EBay Inc. reported third-quarter profit of $413 million and revenue of $2.22 billion.


ZTO Express Eyes Largest Chinese Company US IPO Since Alibaba

NEW YORK, United States — Logistics company ZTO Express has set terms for what could be the largest US initial public offering this year and also the

ZTO Express Eyes Largest Chinese Company US IPO Since Alibaba

NEW YORK, United States — Logistics company ZTO Express has set terms for what could be the largest US initial public offering this year and also the


Fast Retailing Forecasts Full-Year Profit to Rise 37 Percent

The owner of the Uniqlo casual-wear chain is recovering from a slump in the last fiscal year by committing to lower prices to win back customers.

Fast Retailing Forecasts Full-Year Profit to Rise 37 Percent

The owner of the Uniqlo casual-wear chain is recovering from a slump in the last fiscal year by committing to lower prices to win back customers.


Report: True Religion Denim Turns to Debt Restructuring Lawyers

Its financial struggles are due in part to consumer tastes shifting toward internet shopping and away from the brick-and-mortar shops and department stores where the company's jeans have been primarily sold.

Report: True Religion Denim Turns to Debt Restructuring Lawyers

Its financial struggles are due in part to consumer tastes shifting toward internet shopping and away from the brick-and-mortar shops and department stores where the company's jeans have been primarily sold.


Alibaba's $60 Billion Finance Arm Seeks Growth Before IPO Say Sources

Sources with knowledge of the plans said Ant Financial, whose anchor business is Alipay, is focusing on expanding its existing 450 million-strong army of daily users, adding merchants and customers.

Alibaba's $60 Billion Finance Arm Seeks Growth Before IPO Say Sources

Sources with knowledge of the plans said Ant Financial, whose anchor business is Alipay, is focusing on expanding its existing 450 million-strong army of daily users, adding merchants and customers.


Snap Inc Working on IPO Valuing Firm at $25 Billion or More

Snap Inc, which operates the app that lets users send videos and messages that disappear in seconds, is looking to sell shares as early as late March, WSJ reported.

Snap Inc Working on IPO Valuing Firm at $25 Billion or More

Snap Inc, which operates the app that lets users send videos and messages that disappear in seconds, is looking to sell shares as early as late March, WSJ reported.


Aritzia Rises 16% in Toronto Stock Exchange Debut After IPO

Shares of the Vancouver-based retailer jumped to C$18.51 at 9:06 am in trading on alternative markets in Toronto, up from its C$16 IPO price.

Aritzia Rises 16% in Toronto Stock Exchange Debut After IPO

Shares of the Vancouver-based retailer jumped to C$18.51 at 9:06 am in trading on alternative markets in Toronto, up from its C$16 IPO price.


BoF Exclusive | Diesel Founder Acquires Minority Stake in Tomorrow London

The family investment arm of Diesel founder Renzo Rosso has acquired a “high single digit” stake in the multi-sales platform Tomorrow London.

BoF Exclusive | Diesel Founder Acquires Minority Stake in Tomorrow London

The family investment arm of Diesel founder Renzo Rosso has acquired a “high single digit” stake in the multi-sales platform Tomorrow London.