Marquee Brands to Acquire Roots in Go-Private Deal
The brand management company will add the Canadian lifestyle label to a growing portfolio that includes Roberto Cavalli and BCBG.
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Aritzia Raises $400 Million in Canada’s Largest IPO of Year
Canadian women’s fashion retailer Aritzia raised C$400 million in its initial public offering, the nation’s largest IPO since October’s C$1.83 billion sale of electric utility Hydro One Ltd.
Aritzia Raises $400 Million in Canada’s Largest IPO of Year
Canadian women’s fashion retailer Aritzia raised C$400 million in its initial public offering, the nation’s largest IPO since October’s C$1.83 billion sale of electric utility Hydro One Ltd.
Bain Exit Leaves Edcon Struggling in South Africa Retail Slump
Bain Capital Partners LLC’s decision to walk away from Edcon Holdings Ltd. leaves South Africa’s largest clothing retailer to claw back market share.
Bain Exit Leaves Edcon Struggling in South Africa Retail Slump
Bain Capital Partners LLC’s decision to walk away from Edcon Holdings Ltd. leaves South Africa’s largest clothing retailer to claw back market share.
Luxury Makers’ Dubious Dividends Make Them Target for Shorts
Higher dividends at a handful of struggling posh-product makers are a luxury they may not be able to afford.
Luxury Makers’ Dubious Dividends Make Them Target for Shorts
Higher dividends at a handful of struggling posh-product makers are a luxury they may not be able to afford.
Kate Spade Upgraded as Wells Fargo Predicts Comeback for Brand
Kate Spade & Co. was upgraded by Wells Fargo & Co. analyst Ike Boruchow, who sees the handbag maker’s sales and profit margins improving in the second half of the year.
Kate Spade Upgraded as Wells Fargo Predicts Comeback for Brand
Kate Spade & Co. was upgraded by Wells Fargo & Co. analyst Ike Boruchow, who sees the handbag maker’s sales and profit margins improving in the second half of the year.
JD Sports Leaves Mike Ashley Trailing With ‘Astonishing’ Growth
JD Sports Fashion Plc reported first-half earnings growth that showed why it has surged past Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct International Plc among UK athletic-gear retailers.
JD Sports Leaves Mike Ashley Trailing With ‘Astonishing’ Growth
JD Sports Fashion Plc reported first-half earnings growth that showed why it has surged past Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct International Plc among UK athletic-gear retailers.
PayPal, MasterCard Reach Deal For Store Payments
MasterCard said it signed a deal with PayPal that will allow customers to use PayPal's payment services in stores.
PayPal, MasterCard Reach Deal For Store Payments
MasterCard said it signed a deal with PayPal that will allow customers to use PayPal's payment services in stores.
Rocket Internet Shares Fall After Writing Down Value of Global Fashion Group
Rocket Internet shares fell the most in more than four months after a writedown of the value of online retailer Global Fashion Group contributed to a a first-half loss of €617 million ($690 million) at the startup factory.
Rocket Internet Shares Fall After Writing Down Value of Global Fashion Group
Rocket Internet shares fell the most in more than four months after a writedown of the value of online retailer Global Fashion Group contributed to a a first-half loss of €617 million ($690 million) at the startup factory.
Lululemon 2Q Net Income Rises but Revenue Misses Estimates
Shares of Lululemon slipped in after-hours trading after the "athleisure" apparel maker's revenue missed Wall Street estimates in the second quarter.
Lululemon 2Q Net Income Rises but Revenue Misses Estimates
Shares of Lululemon slipped in after-hours trading after the "athleisure" apparel maker's revenue missed Wall Street estimates in the second quarter.
Uniqlo Opens Biggest Southeast Asia Store, Looks Abroad for Growth
Uniqlo-owner Fast Retailing is busy opening stores in the US, London and across Asia to help reduce its dependency on a home market where Japanese household spending is falling.
Uniqlo Opens Biggest Southeast Asia Store, Looks Abroad for Growth
Uniqlo-owner Fast Retailing is busy opening stores in the US, London and across Asia to help reduce its dependency on a home market where Japanese household spending is falling.
Shoe Carnival Posts 2Q Profit
Shoe Carnival Inc. reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $4.1 million.
Shoe Carnival Posts 2Q Profit
Shoe Carnival Inc. reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $4.1 million.
Amazon Dash One-Button Device Arrives in Britain
Seeking to capitalise on Britons too busy or forgetful to shop for household essentials, retail giant Amazon is bringing its thumb-sized, one-button ordering device to the UK.
Amazon Dash One-Button Device Arrives in Britain
Seeking to capitalise on Britons too busy or forgetful to shop for household essentials, retail giant Amazon is bringing its thumb-sized, one-button ordering device to the UK.
Chico's Beats 2Q Profit Forecasts
Chico's FAS reported fiscal second-quarter net income of $23 million.
Chico's Beats 2Q Profit Forecasts
Chico's FAS reported fiscal second-quarter net income of $23 million.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Investors Brace for More Volatility With Trump Set to Address Congress
The president’s remarks come at a pivotal point for markets.
Trump FTC Chair Pledges to Keep Aggressive Merger Enforcement
The organisation’s chairman Andrew Ferguson vowed to aggressively block illegal mergers, reaffirming the agency’s commitment to challenging deals that violate antitrust laws, continuing the stance taken during the Biden administration.
True Religion Acquired by Private Equity Firm Acon Investments
The deal, which included participation from American Eagle’s chief executive, will help the denim maker expand globally.
Sneaker Maker Golden Goose Is Said to Kick Off Milan IPO Soon
Luxury sneaker brand Golden Goose SpA plans to kick off an initial public offering in Milan as soon as this week, according to people familiar with the matter, extending a strong rebound in European listings this year.
Europe Luxury Stocks Slide After Richemont Chairman Says Inflation Is Denting Demand
Luxury goods stocks slumped in Europe, wiping out more than $25 billion in market value after Richemont chairman Johann Rupert said inflation is starting to dent demand across the region.
US Inflation Cooling as Consumer Prices Rise Moderately Again
US consumer prices increased moderately in July as higher rents were mostly offset by declining costs of goods such as motor vehicles and furniture, a trend that could persuade the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates unchanged next month.
Kim Kardashian Hires Wall Street Talent to Bulk Up Buyout Firm
Kim Kardashian’s private equity firm hired a half-dozen financial-industry professionals, including a new chief operating officer who previously worked at alternative investment giant Apollo Global Management Inc.