European Luxury Stocks Face a Tough Second Half, HSBC Says
HSBC analysts downgraded LVMH and Burberry to hold as they said the second half of the year looks harder for soft luxury to navigate.
retail / Supply Chain
Sustainability
What France’s Anti-Fast Fashion Law Means for Shein
The new legislation introduces advertising restrictions and financial penalties aimed squarely at ultra-fast fashion platforms like Shein and Temu while largely sparing European players such as Zara and H&M.
What France’s Anti-Fast Fashion Law Means for Shein
The new legislation introduces advertising restrictions and financial penalties aimed squarely at ultra-fast fashion platforms like Shein and Temu while largely sparing European players such as Zara and H&M.
Retail
US Businesses Clamour for Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs
The US National Retail Federation, which represents a number of US retailers, from Walmart to small brands and manufacturers, called for a ‘seamless process to refund the tariffs to US importers.’
US Businesses Clamour for Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs
The US National Retail Federation, which represents a number of US retailers, from Walmart to small brands and manufacturers, called for a ‘seamless process to refund the tariffs to US importers.’
Retail
This Week: Waiting on Tariffs, Saks and More
The fate of Trump’s tariffs and Saks’ bankruptcy in the coming days, weeks and months will define how fashion’s year plays out.
This Week: Waiting on Tariffs, Saks and More
The fate of Trump’s tariffs and Saks’ bankruptcy in the coming days, weeks and months will define how fashion’s year plays out.
Retail
What Happens When Heritage Craft Meets Global Ambition
From handmade beadwork to woven bags, small labels that create products via ancestral methods must constantly weigh how to scale without sacrificing integrity.
What Happens When Heritage Craft Meets Global Ambition
From handmade beadwork to woven bags, small labels that create products via ancestral methods must constantly weigh how to scale without sacrificing integrity.
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Retail
Resale Sites Try a New Strategy: Sell Less Stuff
After competing for decades to offer the widest possible selection, secondhand retailers like ThredUp, eBay, StockX and Rebag are now trying to gain an edge by offering a more curated experience, with the help of AI and celebrities.
Resale Sites Try a New Strategy: Sell Less Stuff
After competing for decades to offer the widest possible selection, secondhand retailers like ThredUp, eBay, StockX and Rebag are now trying to gain an edge by offering a more curated experience, with the help of AI and celebrities.
Retail
How the End of the De Minimis Exemption Will Impact US Shoppers and Businesses
The Trump administration has ended duty-free imports for packages under $800, known as the de minimis exemption, likely leading to higher costs for US consumers as businesses increase prices.
How the End of the De Minimis Exemption Will Impact US Shoppers and Businesses
The Trump administration has ended duty-free imports for packages under $800, known as the de minimis exemption, likely leading to higher costs for US consumers as businesses increase prices.
Retail
Even 190% Tariffs Can’t Shake US Shoemaker’s Reliance on China
As US-China tariffs escalate, US businesses find few viable alternatives to Chinese manufacturing.
Even 190% Tariffs Can’t Shake US Shoemaker’s Reliance on China
As US-China tariffs escalate, US businesses find few viable alternatives to Chinese manufacturing.
Retail
What Trump’s Latest Tariff Threats Mean for Fashion
US President Donald Trump shifted the deadline for tariffs to go into effect to Aug. 1, and turned up the heat with fresh rates and new threats. In some ways, it’s Liberation Day, part two — but fashion needs certainty more than ever.
What Trump’s Latest Tariff Threats Mean for Fashion
US President Donald Trump shifted the deadline for tariffs to go into effect to Aug. 1, and turned up the heat with fresh rates and new threats. In some ways, it’s Liberation Day, part two — but fashion needs certainty more than ever.
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Retail
Trump Announces Vietnam Trade Deal With 20% Import Tariff
President Donald Trump said he had reached a trade deal with Vietnam following weeks of intense diplomacy between the nations and ahead of a deadline next week that would have seen higher tariffs imposed on the country’s imports.
Trump Announces Vietnam Trade Deal With 20% Import Tariff
President Donald Trump said he had reached a trade deal with Vietnam following weeks of intense diplomacy between the nations and ahead of a deadline next week that would have seen higher tariffs imposed on the country’s imports.
Retail
Inside Gap’s Last-Ditch, Tariff-Addled Turnaround Push
The iconic ’90s retailer was on the precipice of death for years. Richard Dickson finally had momentum for a comeback — then came Trump.
Inside Gap’s Last-Ditch, Tariff-Addled Turnaround Push
The iconic ’90s retailer was on the precipice of death for years. Richard Dickson finally had momentum for a comeback — then came Trump.
Retail
Why Brands Are Still Betting on the US
Tariffs have slowed, but haven’t stopped a wave of American expansion. Here’s why some are choosing to stick around.
Why Brands Are Still Betting on the US
Tariffs have slowed, but haven’t stopped a wave of American expansion. Here’s why some are choosing to stick around.
Retail
The Tactics Small Brands Are Using to Navigate Tariffs
Amid global trade uncertainty, independent brands with strong US customer bases need to rethink everything, from pricing and production to warehousing and long-term market strategy.
The Tactics Small Brands Are Using to Navigate Tariffs
Amid global trade uncertainty, independent brands with strong US customer bases need to rethink everything, from pricing and production to warehousing and long-term market strategy.
The News in Brief
Richemont Promotes Johann Rupert’s Son In Succession Plan
The Swiss luxury group appointed Anton Rupert, 39, as non-executive co-deputy chairman in charge of creative and commercial direction, signaling a long-awaited succession plan for founder Johann Rupert is underway.
Zara Owner’s Sales Grow, But Profit Disappoints As Expenses Mount
Inditex’s sales growth accelerated at the start of the third quarter as it continued to outpace rivals, but rising depreciation charges ate into profits.
Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO
A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.
Nike Shareholders Reject Climate Proposal Backed by Norway Wealth Fund
The proposal urged more transparency about the company’s climate goals, including the disclosure of details on how the sportswear maker intends to achieve emissions-reduction targets.
Report: CVC Explores $2 Billion Sale of Dr Teal’s Parent Company
Talks for a potential sale of Arthea, formerly known as PDC Brands, are at an early stage in a busy year for personal care mergers and acquisitions.
Longtime McQueen Collaborator Shaun Leane Launches New Label
The boundary-pushing jewellery designer, known for the elaborate pieces he crafted for Alexander McQueen in the 90s, is building a bespoke high jewellery and objects label dubbed 12.
Next Wins Appeal in UK Equal Pay Case
The landmark ruling allows the retailer to pay warehouse workers more than shop staff on the basis it costs more to recruit and retain them.