Adidas Shares Plunge After World Cup Spend Dents Profit
Shares in the company fell the most on record after its marketing outlay for the World Cup resulted in lower-than-expected quarterly profit.
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Worldview | Jakarta Fashion Week Reimagines Indonesia’s Textile Heritage
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Peru’s alpaca exports, Australian retail giant Myer and Givaudan’s new China hub.
Worldview | Jakarta Fashion Week Reimagines Indonesia’s Textile Heritage
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Peru’s alpaca exports, Australian retail giant Myer and Givaudan’s new China hub.
The BoF Podcast | Khalid Al Tayer on Driving Transformation in the GCC’s Luxury Market
In his first public interview, Khalid Al Tayer, managing director of Al Tayer Insignia and CEO of Ounass, joins BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed to discuss why brands need to go beyond ‘good enough’ to engage discerning customers in the Middle East.
The BoF Podcast | Khalid Al Tayer on Driving Transformation in the GCC’s Luxury Market
In his first public interview, Khalid Al Tayer, managing director of Al Tayer Insignia and CEO of Ounass, joins BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed to discuss why brands need to go beyond ‘good enough’ to engage discerning customers in the Middle East.
In Singapore, Optimising Asian Supply Chains for Growth
The economic focus of the industry is evolving as apparel markets shift in the face of new consumer realities worldwide. But how should global businesses reconsider their Asian supply chains as a result of these shifts, and what structure of regional supply will enable brands to capitalise on Southeast Asia’s growth?
In Singapore, Optimising Asian Supply Chains for Growth
The economic focus of the industry is evolving as apparel markets shift in the face of new consumer realities worldwide. But how should global businesses reconsider their Asian supply chains as a result of these shifts, and what structure of regional supply will enable brands to capitalise on Southeast Asia’s growth?
The Indian Entrepreneur Disrupting the Global Sourcing Industry
PDS Limited founder Pallak Seth has created a next-generation sourcing platform used by brands like Zara and Gap, challenging the dominance of Hong Kong supply chain management giants.
The Indian Entrepreneur Disrupting the Global Sourcing Industry
PDS Limited founder Pallak Seth has created a next-generation sourcing platform used by brands like Zara and Gap, challenging the dominance of Hong Kong supply chain management giants.
Worldview | Lagos Fashion Week’s Take on the Value Chain
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Diwali gold demand, Chinese sportswear giant Li Ning and the troubled Bangladeshi titan Beximco.
Worldview | Lagos Fashion Week’s Take on the Value Chain
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Diwali gold demand, Chinese sportswear giant Li Ning and the troubled Bangladeshi titan Beximco.
Fashion Trust Arabia Crowns Prize Winners
Nadine Mosallam, Yasmin Mansour and Reem Hamed are among this year’s winning designers, each receiving a financial grant of between $100,000 and $200,000.
Fashion Trust Arabia Crowns Prize Winners
Nadine Mosallam, Yasmin Mansour and Reem Hamed are among this year’s winning designers, each receiving a financial grant of between $100,000 and $200,000.
Unpacking the GCC’s Fashion and Beauty Growth Opportunities at Oud Fashion Talks
For its third edition, Oud Fashion Talks welcomed international and regional fashion professionals to Kuwait. Panel talks featured local emerging designers, beauty entrepreneurs, industry-leading content creators and the first public interview from CEO of luxury e-commerce platform Ounass, Khalid Al Tayer, in conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed.
Unpacking the GCC’s Fashion and Beauty Growth Opportunities at Oud Fashion Talks
For its third edition, Oud Fashion Talks welcomed international and regional fashion professionals to Kuwait. Panel talks featured local emerging designers, beauty entrepreneurs, industry-leading content creators and the first public interview from CEO of luxury e-commerce platform Ounass, Khalid Al Tayer, in conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed.
Worldview | Riyadh Fashion Week’s Grand Ambitions
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Temu’s Indonesia ban, Korean factories in Latin America and fashion weeks in Shanghai, São Paulo and Mexico City.
Worldview | Riyadh Fashion Week’s Grand Ambitions
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Temu’s Indonesia ban, Korean factories in Latin America and fashion weeks in Shanghai, São Paulo and Mexico City.
Is Q-Commerce the Next Big Beauty Opportunity in India?
‘Quick commerce’ apps that deliver products in just 10-20 minutes are already popular in Indian cities with experts predicting double-digit sales growth for the channel in the years ahead.
Is Q-Commerce the Next Big Beauty Opportunity in India?
‘Quick commerce’ apps that deliver products in just 10-20 minutes are already popular in Indian cities with experts predicting double-digit sales growth for the channel in the years ahead.
Worldview | A New Chapter for India’s $165 Billion Tata Group?
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Chinese down apparel giant Bosideng, Lakme Fashion Week and the new Uzbekistan edition of Elle magazine.
Worldview | A New Chapter for India’s $165 Billion Tata Group?
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Chinese down apparel giant Bosideng, Lakme Fashion Week and the new Uzbekistan edition of Elle magazine.
What Escalation in the Middle East War Means for the Industry
After a year of war, things continued to heat up in the Middle East this week. BoF spoke to industry sources in the region to assess the impact, from Beirut’s ateliers to fashion retailers in Dubai.
What Escalation in the Middle East War Means for the Industry
After a year of war, things continued to heat up in the Middle East this week. BoF spoke to industry sources in the region to assess the impact, from Beirut’s ateliers to fashion retailers in Dubai.
What Matters Most to World Markets in a Tight US Election Race
With the US presidential election just weeks away, concerns are rising about its potential impact on global financial markets, as a close race between Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump could lead to significant trade policy shifts affecting sectors from European exports to emerging markets.
What Matters Most to World Markets in a Tight US Election Race
With the US presidential election just weeks away, concerns are rising about its potential impact on global financial markets, as a close race between Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump could lead to significant trade policy shifts affecting sectors from European exports to emerging markets.
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Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.
US Businesses File Lawsuit Challenging New ‘Forced Labour’ Tariffs
Two small businesses, backed by the group that successfully sued over previous tariffs, say the new policy similarly exceeds the president’s authority to tax imports.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Indian Textile Stocks Outperform on Trade Deal Optimism
Suppliers to retailers including Gap and Walmart are beating the broader market as investors bet India’s new trade agreements and shifting sourcing patterns will boost exports.
US Appeals Order Compelling Tariff Refunds
The Trump administration has formally appealed the order directing customs authorities to refund the global tariffs declared unlawful by the US Supreme Court earlier this year.
US Proposes New Tariffs on Dozens of Countries, Citing Forced Labour
The levies would affect imports from 60 trading partners, with rates ranging from 10% for Mexico, Canada and the UK to 12.5% for China, India and Brazil, as the Trump administration seeks to rebuild its tariff wall.
US Finalises Tariff Refunds of $35.5 Billion
US Customs and Border Protection validated over 80,000 applications for refunds covering an undisclosed number of shipments or entries.