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Fast Retailing 9-Month Profit Surges 52% on Uniqlo Sales

Fast Retailing Co.’s profit increased 52 percent in the nine months ending May as Uniqlo sales grew in Japan, boosted by the popularity of new products such as a hoodie that protects against the sun.

Fast Retailing 9-Month Profit Surges 52% on Uniqlo Sales

Fast Retailing Co.’s profit increased 52 percent in the nine months ending May as Uniqlo sales grew in Japan, boosted by the popularity of new products such as a hoodie that protects against the sun.


Global Fashion Raises €150 Million, Valuing It at €3.1 Billion

Global Fashion Group has raised 150 million euros ($166.52 million) in funding, valuing the possible stock market flotation candidate at 3.1 billion euros ($3.45 billion).

Global Fashion Raises €150 Million, Valuing It at €3.1 Billion

Global Fashion Group has raised 150 million euros ($166.52 million) in funding, valuing the possible stock market flotation candidate at 3.1 billion euros ($3.45 billion).


Alibaba Group in Talks to Buy Stake in India's Paytm

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd is in advanced talks to invest in Indian online payment platform and e-commerce firm Paytm, two sources with knowledge of the matter said.

Alibaba Group in Talks to Buy Stake in India's Paytm

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd is in advanced talks to invest in Indian online payment platform and e-commerce firm Paytm, two sources with knowledge of the matter said.


Nike Exceeds Profit Estimates on New Products and Athleisure Trend

Nike Inc.’s fourth-quarter profit topped analysts’ estimates, helped by new product releases and strong sales growth in North America, its largest market.

Nike Exceeds Profit Estimates on New Products and Athleisure Trend

Nike Inc.’s fourth-quarter profit topped analysts’ estimates, helped by new product releases and strong sales growth in North America, its largest market.


How Pigalle Plans to Shed the ‘Streetwear’ Label and Preserve Its Uniqueness

As he prepares to show his Spring/Summer 2016 collection, Pigalle designer Stephane Ashpool discusses his recent ANDAM nomination and the future of the business.

How Pigalle Plans to Shed the ‘Streetwear’ Label and Preserve Its Uniqueness

As he prepares to show his Spring/Summer 2016 collection, Pigalle designer Stephane Ashpool discusses his recent ANDAM nomination and the future of the business.


Why Under Armour CEO’s Power Play Looks Like Bad Governance

Plank gladly accepted investors’ money when he took Under Armour public in 2005, but since then he’s maintained control through an increasingly complex setup of multiple stock classes.

Why Under Armour CEO’s Power Play Looks Like Bad Governance

Plank gladly accepted investors’ money when he took Under Armour public in 2005, but since then he’s maintained control through an increasingly complex setup of multiple stock classes.


Prada Hurt by Strong Pound, Says CFO

According to Prada Chief Financial Officer Donatello Galli, the strong pound is hurting the Italian luxury-goods maker’s earnings.

Prada Hurt by Strong Pound, Says CFO

According to Prada Chief Financial Officer Donatello Galli, the strong pound is hurting the Italian luxury-goods maker’s earnings.


Prada Profit Tumbles as Luxury-Goods Maker Struggles in China

Prada SpA reported first-quarter profit that trailed analysts’ estimates as the Italian fashion house struggled to reverse a slump in sales in China.

Prada Profit Tumbles as Luxury-Goods Maker Struggles in China

Prada SpA reported first-quarter profit that trailed analysts’ estimates as the Italian fashion house struggled to reverse a slump in sales in China.


Abercrombie Gains as Analyst Sees Growing Faith in Sales Rebound

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. shares gained as much as 6.9 percent after a Susquehanna Financial Group analyst said there was increasing confidence that sales will bounce back this year.

Abercrombie Gains as Analyst Sees Growing Faith in Sales Rebound

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. shares gained as much as 6.9 percent after a Susquehanna Financial Group analyst said there was increasing confidence that sales will bounce back this year.


Inditex Q1 Net Jumps as Zara Owner Adds More Stores

Inditex SA said first-quarter profit jumped 28 percent, the fastest growth pace in more than two years as the Zara owner opened more stores and benefited from the weak euro.

Inditex Q1 Net Jumps as Zara Owner Adds More Stores

Inditex SA said first-quarter profit jumped 28 percent, the fastest growth pace in more than two years as the Zara owner opened more stores and benefited from the weak euro.


Quiksilver Reports 2Q Loss

Quiksilver Inc. on Tuesday reported a loss of $37.6 million in its fiscal second quarter. The results missed Wall Street expectations.

Quiksilver Reports 2Q Loss

Quiksilver Inc. on Tuesday reported a loss of $37.6 million in its fiscal second quarter. The results missed Wall Street expectations.


Lululemon Profit Exceeds Estimates as High Fashion Boosts Sales

Lululemon Athletica Inc., the yogawear maker, boosted its full-year outlook and reported first-quarter profit that topped analysts’ estimates as fashion-focused merchandise boosted sales.

Lululemon Profit Exceeds Estimates as High Fashion Boosts Sales

Lululemon Athletica Inc., the yogawear maker, boosted its full-year outlook and reported first-quarter profit that topped analysts’ estimates as fashion-focused merchandise boosted sales.