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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Alibaba Shares Could Fall Another 50 Percent, Says Barron's
Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd, which recently slipped below their initial offering price, could lose another 50 percent of their value, Barron's said.
Alibaba Shares Could Fall Another 50 Percent, Says Barron's
Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd, which recently slipped below their initial offering price, could lose another 50 percent of their value, Barron's said.
Avon Shares Rise on Report That Makeup Company Will Sell Stake
Avon Products Inc. shares rose on a report that the cosmetics company is in talks to sell a stake to private-equity firms.
Avon Shares Rise on Report That Makeup Company Will Sell Stake
Avon Products Inc. shares rose on a report that the cosmetics company is in talks to sell a stake to private-equity firms.
The Business Behind the Billy Farrell Agency Lenses
Putting prestige clients before high-volume photo sales, BFA has taken over New York’s social scene. Now, the photo agency is expanding.
The Business Behind the Billy Farrell Agency Lenses
Putting prestige clients before high-volume photo sales, BFA has taken over New York’s social scene. Now, the photo agency is expanding.
Lululemon Profit Exceeds Estimates as New Styles Drive Sales
Lululemon Athletica Inc. posted second-quarter profit that just topped analysts’ estimates after new tank tops and floral bottoms helped fuel sales.
Lululemon Profit Exceeds Estimates as New Styles Drive Sales
Lululemon Athletica Inc. posted second-quarter profit that just topped analysts’ estimates after new tank tops and floral bottoms helped fuel sales.
Next Profit Beats Estimates as Buying Teams Exceed Margin Goals
Next Plc reported first-half profit that beat analysts’ estimates as the retailers’ buyers achieved lower garment costs than expected, helped by the strong pound.
Next Profit Beats Estimates as Buying Teams Exceed Margin Goals
Next Plc reported first-half profit that beat analysts’ estimates as the retailers’ buyers achieved lower garment costs than expected, helped by the strong pound.
Quiksilver Files for Bankruptcy, to Hand Control to Oaktree
Quiksilver Inc., the California surfwear chain that lost 79 percent of its market value this year, filed for bankruptcy with a plan to hand control over to lender Oaktree Capital Management LP.
Quiksilver Files for Bankruptcy, to Hand Control to Oaktree
Quiksilver Inc., the California surfwear chain that lost 79 percent of its market value this year, filed for bankruptcy with a plan to hand control over to lender Oaktree Capital Management LP.
L’Oreal Sees Cosmetics Market Growth at Low End of Forecast
L’Oreal SA said it expects the global cosmetics market to grow closer to the low end of its forecast range, adding to concern about a slowdown in China.
L’Oreal Sees Cosmetics Market Growth at Low End of Forecast
L’Oreal SA said it expects the global cosmetics market to grow closer to the low end of its forecast range, adding to concern about a slowdown in China.
Vera Bradley Rises After Boosting Its Annual Profit Forecast
Vera Bradley Inc. rose the most in almost five years after posting second-quarter results that topped analysts’ estimates, helped by new handbags and purses.
Vera Bradley Rises After Boosting Its Annual Profit Forecast
Vera Bradley Inc. rose the most in almost five years after posting second-quarter results that topped analysts’ estimates, helped by new handbags and purses.
Seven Top Designers Share Their Best Business Advice
Young designers, from Alexander Wang to Christopher Kane, share the most important lesson that they learned from launching a fashion business.
Seven Top Designers Share Their Best Business Advice
Young designers, from Alexander Wang to Christopher Kane, share the most important lesson that they learned from launching a fashion business.
Hermès First-Half Profit Jumps 20% on Faster Japan Sales Growth
Hermes International SCA reported a 20 percent increase in first-half earnings as sales growth accelerated in Japan.
Hermès First-Half Profit Jumps 20% on Faster Japan Sales Growth
Hermes International SCA reported a 20 percent increase in first-half earnings as sales growth accelerated in Japan.
Aeropostale Reports 2Q Loss
Aeropostale Inc. on Thursday reported a loss of $43.7 million in its fiscal second quarter. The results met Wall Street expectations.
Aeropostale Reports 2Q Loss
Aeropostale Inc. on Thursday reported a loss of $43.7 million in its fiscal second quarter. The results met Wall Street expectations.
Tiffany Profit Misses Estimates After Currency Weighs on Sales
Tiffany & Co. posted second-quarter profit that missed analysts’ estimates as currency fluctuations took a bite out of international revenue.
Tiffany Profit Misses Estimates After Currency Weighs on Sales
Tiffany & Co. posted second-quarter profit that missed analysts’ estimates as currency fluctuations took a bite out of international revenue.
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.