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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American Apparel Reports 3Q Loss
American Apparel Inc. on Monday reported a loss of $25.6 million in its third quarter.
American Apparel Reports 3Q Loss
American Apparel Inc. on Monday reported a loss of $25.6 million in its third quarter.
Shiseido Jumps by Record as Tourist Buying Fuels Gain in Profit
Shiseido Co. surged by the most on record in Tokyo trading after the Japanese cosmetics maker reported that buying by tourists helped fuel profit that beat analyst estimates.
Shiseido Jumps by Record as Tourist Buying Fuels Gain in Profit
Shiseido Co. surged by the most on record in Tokyo trading after the Japanese cosmetics maker reported that buying by tourists helped fuel profit that beat analyst estimates.
Kate Spade Founders Talk New Accessories Brand
Kate Spade founders Kate Valentine and Andy Spade talk to BoF about their decision to launch new accessories line Frances Valentine, what’s different this time around and the dynamics of a 30-year-long personal and professional partnership.
Kate Spade Founders Talk New Accessories Brand
Kate Spade founders Kate Valentine and Andy Spade talk to BoF about their decision to launch new accessories line Frances Valentine, what’s different this time around and the dynamics of a 30-year-long personal and professional partnership.
Amazon's Profit Misses Estimates as Costs Jump
Amazon.com Inc's profit in the holiday quarter missed analysts' estimates by a wide margin as operating expenses rose and growth slowed in its cloud services business.
Amazon's Profit Misses Estimates as Costs Jump
Amazon.com Inc's profit in the holiday quarter missed analysts' estimates by a wide margin as operating expenses rose and growth slowed in its cloud services business.
Alibaba Falls as Sales Volume Slows, Adding to China Concerns
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. shares fell after the Chinese online retailer reported flagging growth in sales on its marketplaces, adding to concerns about the country’s economic slowdown.
Alibaba Falls as Sales Volume Slows, Adding to China Concerns
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. shares fell after the Chinese online retailer reported flagging growth in sales on its marketplaces, adding to concerns about the country’s economic slowdown.
Under Armour Soars After Footwear Surge Helps Boost Profit
Under Armour Inc. shares rose as much as 14 percent in early trading after its fourth-quarter results and annual forecast surpassed analysts’ estimates, helped by newer products.
Under Armour Soars After Footwear Surge Helps Boost Profit
Under Armour Inc. shares rose as much as 14 percent in early trading after its fourth-quarter results and annual forecast surpassed analysts’ estimates, helped by newer products.
Alibaba Sales Beat Estimates After Making Mobile, Rural Inroads
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.’s third-quarter revenue beat analysts’ estimates after an online-sales extravaganza and expansion into rural China helped the nation’s biggest e-commerce operator defy a slowing economy.
Alibaba Sales Beat Estimates After Making Mobile, Rural Inroads
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.’s third-quarter revenue beat analysts’ estimates after an online-sales extravaganza and expansion into rural China helped the nation’s biggest e-commerce operator defy a slowing economy.
H&M Earnings Miss Estimates as Stronger Dollar Boosts Costs
Hennes & Mauritz AB reported fourth-quarter earnings that missed analysts’ estimates as the clothing retailer’s margins suffered from the strength of the dollar.
H&M Earnings Miss Estimates as Stronger Dollar Boosts Costs
Hennes & Mauritz AB reported fourth-quarter earnings that missed analysts’ estimates as the clothing retailer’s margins suffered from the strength of the dollar.
EBay Gives Disappointing Forecast, Shares Fall
EBay Inc forecast lower-than-expected revenue and profit for the current quarter and full year, as the e-commerce company struggles against a strong dollar and stiff competition from Amazon.com Inc.
EBay Gives Disappointing Forecast, Shares Fall
EBay Inc forecast lower-than-expected revenue and profit for the current quarter and full year, as the e-commerce company struggles against a strong dollar and stiff competition from Amazon.com Inc.
Coach's Less-Bad Earnings May Be Just Good Enough
For any other retailer, a 7 percent year-over-year decline in profit would be nothing to cheer. But for Coach, the results released Tuesday were a good enough indication that it is finally starting to win back its customers.
Coach's Less-Bad Earnings May Be Just Good Enough
For any other retailer, a 7 percent year-over-year decline in profit would be nothing to cheer. But for Coach, the results released Tuesday were a good enough indication that it is finally starting to win back its customers.
Coach Profit Tops Analyst Estimates as New Products Boost Sales
Coach Inc. posted second-quarter profit that topped estimates and raised its full-year earnings outlook after new designs boosted sales.
Coach Profit Tops Analyst Estimates as New Products Boost Sales
Coach Inc. posted second-quarter profit that topped estimates and raised its full-year earnings outlook after new designs boosted sales.
The Rise, Stumble and Future of Lululemon
How will the activewear brand that helped create the market rise above a consumer backlash sparked by a defective product, an avalanche of new competitors and an estranged, yet influential founder? BoF speaks to chief executive Laurent Potdevin.
The Rise, Stumble and Future of Lululemon
How will the activewear brand that helped create the market rise above a consumer backlash sparked by a defective product, an avalanche of new competitors and an estranged, yet influential founder? BoF speaks to chief executive Laurent Potdevin.
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.