Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Retail
Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.
JHSF’s José Auriemo Neto on Leveraging a Permanent Shift to Local Retail
São Paulo-based retail behemoth JHSF Participações has had to strengthen its relationships with local luxury clients during the pandemic. With tenants ranging from Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior, the group’s chairman has a plan to persuade well-travelled Brazilians to keep shopping domestically.
JHSF’s José Auriemo Neto on Leveraging a Permanent Shift to Local Retail
São Paulo-based retail behemoth JHSF Participações has had to strengthen its relationships with local luxury clients during the pandemic. With tenants ranging from Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior, the group’s chairman has a plan to persuade well-travelled Brazilians to keep shopping domestically.
PVH’s Stefan Larsson on Harnessing Creativity to Energise Engagement
The chief executive of the company that owns Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger says creativity will be even more of a differentiator in 2022 as fashion players better align merchandise planning with demand and continue their quest for greater market share.
PVH’s Stefan Larsson on Harnessing Creativity to Energise Engagement
The chief executive of the company that owns Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger says creativity will be even more of a differentiator in 2022 as fashion players better align merchandise planning with demand and continue their quest for greater market share.
The Year Ahead: The Great Logistical Gridlock
Fashion’s supply chains will continue to face deep disruption ahead from logistical logjams, materials shortages and rising costs, according to The State of Fashion 2022 report by The Business of Fashion and McKinsey.
The Year Ahead: The Great Logistical Gridlock
Fashion’s supply chains will continue to face deep disruption ahead from logistical logjams, materials shortages and rising costs, according to The State of Fashion 2022 report by The Business of Fashion and McKinsey.
The Year Ahead: Consumers to Reboot Wardrobes for Post-Pandemic Life
Consumers will reallocate wallet share across fashion categories as pent-up demand for newness intersects with more social freedoms. Companies should prepare for this shift by honing data-driven product development and adjusting their inventory mix.
The Year Ahead: Consumers to Reboot Wardrobes for Post-Pandemic Life
Consumers will reallocate wallet share across fashion categories as pent-up demand for newness intersects with more social freedoms. Companies should prepare for this shift by honing data-driven product development and adjusting their inventory mix.
The Future of Zara Under New Leadership
Zara-owner Inditex, the world’s largest fashion retailer, appointed a mix of new and familiar faces to top management positions this week. The shakeup comes at a pivotal moment for the Spanish giant.
The Future of Zara Under New Leadership
Zara-owner Inditex, the world’s largest fashion retailer, appointed a mix of new and familiar faces to top management positions this week. The shakeup comes at a pivotal moment for the Spanish giant.
Central Retail Corporation Denies Selfridges Deal
The statement leaves open the possibility that an entity associated with parent company Central Group, Thailand’s largest retail conglomerate, could still acquire the UK department store chain.
Central Retail Corporation Denies Selfridges Deal
The statement leaves open the possibility that an entity associated with parent company Central Group, Thailand’s largest retail conglomerate, could still acquire the UK department store chain.
Max Bittner on the Rise and Rise of Fashion Resale
The CEO of Vestiaire Collective explains how old clothes bring new profits to an industry increasingly conscious of its need to become more circular and sustainable.
Max Bittner on the Rise and Rise of Fashion Resale
The CEO of Vestiaire Collective explains how old clothes bring new profits to an industry increasingly conscious of its need to become more circular and sustainable.
Report: Weston Family to Sell Selfridges to Thai Central Group
The deal could be concluded before the end of the year.
Report: Weston Family to Sell Selfridges to Thai Central Group
The deal could be concluded before the end of the year.
How to Win in the Contemporary Category
French brand Ba&sh saw record sales this year, joining a group of mid-priced labels in defying the broader segment squeeze. What’s behind their success?
How to Win in the Contemporary Category
French brand Ba&sh saw record sales this year, joining a group of mid-priced labels in defying the broader segment squeeze. What’s behind their success?
Zara Owner Gives Founder’s Daughter Reins in Generational Shift
Inditex has announced a top management shakeup, elevating Marta Ortega to chairwoman and naming a new CEO.
Zara Owner Gives Founder’s Daughter Reins in Generational Shift
Inditex has announced a top management shakeup, elevating Marta Ortega to chairwoman and naming a new CEO.
Soaring Demand for Off-White Puts Resale Sites in a Bind
After the death of Virgil Abloh, demand for his designs has soared on resale platforms, which risk being seen as enabling profiteering.
Soaring Demand for Off-White Puts Resale Sites in a Bind
After the death of Virgil Abloh, demand for his designs has soared on resale platforms, which risk being seen as enabling profiteering.
Making Sense of This Year’s Black Friday Sales
Consumers began shopping for gifts earlier than usual this year, leading to a lacklustre Thanksgiving weekend — but likely stronger holiday spending overall.
Making Sense of This Year’s Black Friday Sales
Consumers began shopping for gifts earlier than usual this year, leading to a lacklustre Thanksgiving weekend — but likely stronger holiday spending overall.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Fayed Abuse Victims Seek Up to £150 Million From Harrods
The retailer currently has a £62 million provision set aside for redress payments, but victims’ lawyers say more is likely needed.
Hugo Boss Chairman to Step Down Amid Frasers Group Pressure
Stephan Sturm is stepping down, as the German fashion house's largest shareholder seeks to beef up its board representation alongside its takeover bid for the brand.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Zara Owner Looks to US for Next Phase of Growth
Inditex is investing in the US as a key growth market, CEO Oscar Garcia Maceiras told Reuters, with store revamps and new openings planned across its Zara, Massimo Dutti and Bershka brands.
Macy’s Raises Annual Targets as Bloomingdale’s Drives Growth
The retailer's improved outlook reflects resilience among higher-income shoppers, despite broader economic uncertainty.