Exclusive: Deciem to Relaunch The Chemistry Brand
The Estée Lauder-owned beauty company and The Ordinary parent will relaunch one of its original brands as it moves to rekindle its reputation for incubation.
activewear
Retail
With €1 Billion in Sales, Can Moncler Continue to Grow?
In one of the toughest years on record for the global luxury market, Moncler generated revenues exceeding €1 billion, up 18 percent on 2015. Can the company keep growing?
With €1 Billion in Sales, Can Moncler Continue to Grow?
In one of the toughest years on record for the global luxury market, Moncler generated revenues exceeding €1 billion, up 18 percent on 2015. Can the company keep growing?
Financial Markets
Gildan Tops Fourth-Quarter Profit Forecasts
Gildan shares have declined slightly more than 2 percent since the beginning of the year. The stock has decreased nearly 1 percent in the last 12 months.
Gildan Tops Fourth-Quarter Profit Forecasts
Gildan shares have declined slightly more than 2 percent since the beginning of the year. The stock has decreased nearly 1 percent in the last 12 months.
China
Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market
In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.
Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market
In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.
China
The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers
A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.
The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers
A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.
News & Analysis
Why Puma is Key for Kering to Move Forward
Puma has delivered disappointing results in the near-decade since Kering acquired it, fuelling rumours of a sale — but there could be light at the end of the tunnel, argues Luca Solca.
Why Puma is Key for Kering to Move Forward
Puma has delivered disappointing results in the near-decade since Kering acquired it, fuelling rumours of a sale — but there could be light at the end of the tunnel, argues Luca Solca.
News & Analysis
The Business: Dani Reiss, Canada Goose CEO
"Under Reiss’s leadership the firm has become an ambassador for Canadian craftsmanship, with all products manufactured in the country. "
The Business: Dani Reiss, Canada Goose CEO
"Under Reiss’s leadership the firm has become an ambassador for Canadian craftsmanship, with all products manufactured in the country. "
Luxury
Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?
As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.
Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?
As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.
News & Analysis
Nike Signs Long-Term Kit Deal With Chelsea Football Club
Chelsea said it represented the largest commercial deal in the Premier League club's history.
Nike Signs Long-Term Kit Deal With Chelsea Football Club
Chelsea said it represented the largest commercial deal in the Premier League club's history.
News & Analysis
Why A.P.C. Invested in Outdoor Voices
Jean Touitou of A.P.C. and Tyler Haney of Outdoor Voices talk to BoF about why their partnership makes perfect business sense.
Why A.P.C. Invested in Outdoor Voices
Jean Touitou of A.P.C. and Tyler Haney of Outdoor Voices talk to BoF about why their partnership makes perfect business sense.
China
Sweaty Workout Selfies Catch On as China App Fuels Fitness Boom
With at least one in four adults either overweight or obese, more upwardly mobile Chinese are beginning to value a healthy lifestyle over branded luxury goods.
Sweaty Workout Selfies Catch On as China App Fuels Fitness Boom
With at least one in four adults either overweight or obese, more upwardly mobile Chinese are beginning to value a healthy lifestyle over branded luxury goods.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Founder Says Company 'Has Lost its Way'
Founder Chip Wilson has blasted Lululemon's management, saying that the yoga clothing company 'has lost its way' and that 'a call to action is needed.'
Lululemon Founder Says Company 'Has Lost its Way'
Founder Chip Wilson has blasted Lululemon's management, saying that the yoga clothing company 'has lost its way' and that 'a call to action is needed.'
News & Analysis
Adidas to Return Mass Shoe Production to Germany in 2017
Adidas will launch mass production of running shoes at a German factory operated largely by robots next year and plans to open a similar plant in the United States next year, the company said on Tuesday.
Adidas to Return Mass Shoe Production to Germany in 2017
Adidas will launch mass production of running shoes at a German factory operated largely by robots next year and plans to open a similar plant in the United States next year, the company said on Tuesday.
The News in Brief
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.
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.