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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China's JD.com Revenue Meets Expectations as Slowdown Continues
JD.com reported revenue for the second quarter of 2016 that was within company forecasts, even as the growth rate continued a steady decline.
China's JD.com Revenue Meets Expectations as Slowdown Continues
JD.com reported revenue for the second quarter of 2016 that was within company forecasts, even as the growth rate continued a steady decline.
Coach’s Profit Exceeds Estimates as New Products Boost Sales
Coach posted fourth-quarter profit that exceeded analysts’ estimates as new products boosted sales.
Coach’s Profit Exceeds Estimates as New Products Boost Sales
Coach posted fourth-quarter profit that exceeded analysts’ estimates as new products boosted sales.
Pandora Shares Drop as Q2 Sales Miss Estimates
Pandora shares fell as much as 6.8 percent in Copenhagen trading after the jewellery maker reported sales and profit that missed estimates.
Pandora Shares Drop as Q2 Sales Miss Estimates
Pandora shares fell as much as 6.8 percent in Copenhagen trading after the jewellery maker reported sales and profit that missed estimates.
Shopify Jumps After Raising Revenue Forecast, Beating Estimates
Shopify bumped up its annual revenue forecast for the second time this year, sending the shares up the most in almost six months.
Shopify Jumps After Raising Revenue Forecast, Beating Estimates
Shopify bumped up its annual revenue forecast for the second time this year, sending the shares up the most in almost six months.
Adidas Comeback on North America Sales Jump
Adidas reported a 26 percent rise in North American sales, underscoring a comeback that has seen the athletic-shoe maker reclaim market share in the US from Nike Inc.
Adidas Comeback on North America Sales Jump
Adidas reported a 26 percent rise in North American sales, underscoring a comeback that has seen the athletic-shoe maker reclaim market share in the US from Nike Inc.
Falling Tourism Prompts Kate Spade Forecast Cut
A dearth of tourists to the US — put off visiting by the strong dollar — has slowed foot traffic, forcing the company to mark down merchandise.
Falling Tourism Prompts Kate Spade Forecast Cut
A dearth of tourists to the US — put off visiting by the strong dollar — has slowed foot traffic, forcing the company to mark down merchandise.
Next Second-Quarter Sales Accelerate as Profit Outlook Tightened
The UK's second largest clothing retailer said sales accelerated on new store openings as it sharpened its sales and profit forecast for the year.
Next Second-Quarter Sales Accelerate as Profit Outlook Tightened
The UK's second largest clothing retailer said sales accelerated on new store openings as it sharpened its sales and profit forecast for the year.
Macy’s, Kohl’s Fall on Concern About Slow Department-Store Sales
Shares of Macy’s, Nordstrom and Kohl’s fell after reports about weak summer sales reignited fears of a department-store slump.
Macy’s, Kohl’s Fall on Concern About Slow Department-Store Sales
Shares of Macy’s, Nordstrom and Kohl’s fell after reports about weak summer sales reignited fears of a department-store slump.
Slimmed-Down Avon Tops Profit Estimates
Avon soared the most in more than five months after second-quarter profit topped analysts’ estimates, helped by cost cuts and improving sales.
Slimmed-Down Avon Tops Profit Estimates
Avon soared the most in more than five months after second-quarter profit topped analysts’ estimates, helped by cost cuts and improving sales.
Etsy Soars 17 Percent After Citigroup Recommends Stock
Etsy rose the most in a year after Citigroup recommended the stock with a target price of $14 a share, saying the e-commerce company has developed a strong brand for its quirky products.
Etsy Soars 17 Percent After Citigroup Recommends Stock
Etsy rose the most in a year after Citigroup recommended the stock with a target price of $14 a share, saying the e-commerce company has developed a strong brand for its quirky products.
Armani Creates Foundation as Succession Issue Looms
Giorgio Armani has said he would create a foundation in his name, for the first time shedding some light on succession plans for his fashion business.
Armani Creates Foundation as Succession Issue Looms
Giorgio Armani has said he would create a foundation in his name, for the first time shedding some light on succession plans for his fashion business.
Amazon Cloud Unit Helps It Stay Profitable While Investing
Amazon's second-quarter earnings that topped analysts’ estimates, showing investors it can be consistently profitable.
Amazon Cloud Unit Helps It Stay Profitable While Investing
Amazon's second-quarter earnings that topped analysts’ estimates, showing investors it can be consistently profitable.
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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.