De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
activewear
News & Analysis
Lululemon Opens Workout Studio Where Visitors Can Borrow Clothes
The activewear company has always leaned into fitness classes, but this expansion allows it to monetise its experience-based offerings.
Lululemon Opens Workout Studio Where Visitors Can Borrow Clothes
The activewear company has always leaned into fitness classes, but this expansion allows it to monetise its experience-based offerings.
News & Analysis
How Champion Hit the Fashion Jackpot
The century-old brand best known for basic gym attire is experiencing an unlikely revival as it benefits from the rise of throwback culture and streetwear.
How Champion Hit the Fashion Jackpot
The century-old brand best known for basic gym attire is experiencing an unlikely revival as it benefits from the rise of throwback culture and streetwear.
Retail
Adidas Chief Says It’s Time for Reebok to Start Growing Again
The German company has closed under-performing Reebok stores and allowed some licensing deals to expire, while allocating more resources to marketing.
Adidas Chief Says It’s Time for Reebok to Start Growing Again
The German company has closed under-performing Reebok stores and allowed some licensing deals to expire, while allocating more resources to marketing.
News & Analysis
Nike Faces Demand to Recall Sneakers as Muslims Object to Design
A petition demanding a recall of the product has raised 16,000 signatures.
Nike Faces Demand to Recall Sneakers as Muslims Object to Design
A petition demanding a recall of the product has raised 16,000 signatures.
Marketing
Nike's Kaepernick Ad Spurs Spike in Sold Out Items
Nike has sold out 61 percent more merchandise since the controversial ad campaign featuring former NFL player Colin Kaepernick appeared earlier this month, according to data on the company's online sales from Thomson Reuters.
Nike's Kaepernick Ad Spurs Spike in Sold Out Items
Nike has sold out 61 percent more merchandise since the controversial ad campaign featuring former NFL player Colin Kaepernick appeared earlier this month, according to data on the company's online sales from Thomson Reuters.
News & Analysis
Hood by Air's Shayne Oliver Collaborates with Colmar
With his brand still on hiatus, the designer has entered a three-season partnership with Colmar, launching on September 18.
Hood by Air's Shayne Oliver Collaborates with Colmar
With his brand still on hiatus, the designer has entered a three-season partnership with Colmar, launching on September 18.
News & Analysis
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
News & Analysis
Nike Makes Push Into Fashion with Matthew Williams Collaboration
By partnering with the Alyx founder, Nike is joining rivals Adidas and Puma in blurring the lines between its performance and lifestyle offerings.
Nike Makes Push Into Fashion with Matthew Williams Collaboration
By partnering with the Alyx founder, Nike is joining rivals Adidas and Puma in blurring the lines between its performance and lifestyle offerings.
Financial Markets
The Top 10 M&A Targets in Activewear
Emerging activewear brands are on the rise as consumers look beyond ubiquitous sportswear giants. BoF identifies the top acquisition targets in the space.
The Top 10 M&A Targets in Activewear
Emerging activewear brands are on the rise as consumers look beyond ubiquitous sportswear giants. BoF identifies the top acquisition targets in the space.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Beats Estimates After CEO Exit
The latest results signal that the company’s plan is on track.
Lululemon Beats Estimates After CEO Exit
The latest results signal that the company’s plan is on track.
News & Analysis
Amazon Said to Make Sportswear Push in Industry-Jolting Move
It is unwelcome news for activewear companies already struggling to stand out in a sea of competition and discounts.
Amazon Said to Make Sportswear Push in Industry-Jolting Move
It is unwelcome news for activewear companies already struggling to stand out in a sea of competition and discounts.
News & Analysis
Walmart Heirs Snap Up Rapha, the British Bikewear Brand
"A slew of hungry investors, which included LVMH and the Italian private equity group Investindustrial, started to circle when rumors of a possible
Walmart Heirs Snap Up Rapha, the British Bikewear Brand
"A slew of hungry investors, which included LVMH and the Italian private equity group Investindustrial, started to circle when rumors of a possible
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.