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Beauty

The Rise And Fall of Peter Attia’s Longevity Empire

Attia built his brand on trust and credibility. The revelation of a yearslong relationship with Jeffrey Epstein has upended that.

Beauty

The Rise And Fall of Peter Attia’s Longevity Empire

Attia built his brand on trust and credibility. The revelation of a yearslong relationship with Jeffrey Epstein has upended that.


Beauty

Can Beauty’s Giants Turn AI Hype Into Sales?

As L’Oréal announces an AI-assisted product development partnership with Nvidia, beauty conglomerates are struggling to quantify the technology’s return on investment.

Beauty

Can Beauty’s Giants Turn AI Hype Into Sales?

As L’Oréal announces an AI-assisted product development partnership with Nvidia, beauty conglomerates are struggling to quantify the technology’s return on investment.


Retail

Macy’s Issues ‘Prudent’ 2026 Guidance on Geopolitical Risks

The retailer issued a cautious full-year forecast for sales and profit despite strong performance at Bloomingdale’s, which has benefited from shoppers seeking alternatives to struggling rival Saks Global.

Retail

Macy’s Issues ‘Prudent’ 2026 Guidance on Geopolitical Risks

The retailer issued a cautious full-year forecast for sales and profit despite strong performance at Bloomingdale’s, which has benefited from shoppers seeking alternatives to struggling rival Saks Global.


Beauty

India Probes Fragrance Giants Over Deals Not to Poach Workers

India's antitrust watchdog is investigating global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances over accusations of striking anti-poaching deals that can harm ​workers, regulatory documents show.

Beauty

India Probes Fragrance Giants Over Deals Not to Poach Workers

India's antitrust watchdog is investigating global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances over accusations of striking anti-poaching deals that can harm ​workers, regulatory documents show.


Technology

Court Temporarily Allows Perplexity AI Shopping ‘Agents’ on Amazon

The decision has put a hold on a previous ruling that had blocked Perplexity’s agents from shopping on Amazon.

Technology

Court Temporarily Allows Perplexity AI Shopping ‘Agents’ on Amazon

The decision has put a hold on a previous ruling that had blocked Perplexity’s agents from shopping on Amazon.


Luxury

How Demna’s Latest Gucci Drop Is Landing With Customers

From online conversation to pricing to early store traffic data, BoF analyses how Kering’s biggest brand is adjusting its strategy, and whether it is working.

Luxury

How Demna’s Latest Gucci Drop Is Landing With Customers

From online conversation to pricing to early store traffic data, BoF analyses how Kering’s biggest brand is adjusting its strategy, and whether it is working.


Sports

Lululemon Sees Annual Revenue, Profit Below Estimates Amid Board, Demand Challenges

CEO ⁠Calvin McDonald stepped down in December following months of share price weakness and lack of design freshness.

Sports

Lululemon Sees Annual Revenue, Profit Below Estimates Amid Board, Demand Challenges

CEO ⁠Calvin McDonald stepped down in December following months of share price weakness and lack of design freshness.


Beauty

Puig Announces New CEO

Jose Manuel Albesa will succeed Marc Puig, becoming the first non-family member to lead the Spanish conglomerate in more than 20 years.

Beauty

Puig Announces New CEO

Jose Manuel Albesa will succeed Marc Puig, becoming the first non-family member to lead the Spanish conglomerate in more than 20 years.


Sports

Adidas’ Power Play Against Leakers

Adidas filed one of the strangest lawsuits that you’ll see in sneakers. It could have implications for how consumers get their information moving forward.

Sports

Adidas’ Power Play Against Leakers

Adidas filed one of the strangest lawsuits that you’ll see in sneakers. It could have implications for how consumers get their information moving forward.


Global Markets

Worldview | Middle East War Adds to Strain on Asia’s Apparel Exporters

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Japanese department stores, Brazil’s Lojas Renner and Middle East luxury sales.

Global Markets

Worldview | Middle East War Adds to Strain on Asia’s Apparel Exporters

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Japanese department stores, Brazil’s Lojas Renner and Middle East luxury sales.


Retail

Spandex Maker Lycra Files for Bankruptcy After Years of Stress

The company has been hampered with disruptions to supply chains, elevated inflation, growing competition from low-cost manufacturers and trade tariffs.

Retail

Spandex Maker Lycra Files for Bankruptcy After Years of Stress

The company has been hampered with disruptions to supply chains, elevated inflation, growing competition from low-cost manufacturers and trade tariffs.


Global Markets

India’s Star-Studded Fashion Week Reaches a Crossroads

In pursuit of new audiences, greater autonomy and ever more dramatic backdrops, a growing number of Indian designers are turning to independent shows beyond the traditional fashion week circuit.

Global Markets

India’s Star-Studded Fashion Week Reaches a Crossroads

In pursuit of new audiences, greater autonomy and ever more dramatic backdrops, a growing number of Indian designers are turning to independent shows beyond the traditional fashion week circuit.