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Retail

Fast Retailing Names Francesco Risso Creative Director of GU

The former Marni creative director will also release a collaboration with Fast Retailing’s flagship brand, Uniqlo, later this year.

Retail

Fast Retailing Names Francesco Risso Creative Director of GU

The former Marni creative director will also release a collaboration with Fast Retailing’s flagship brand, Uniqlo, later this year.


Media

Vogue Japan Announces New Head of Editorial Content

Kazumi Asamura Hayashi will take the helm later this month, marking a new chapter for Vogue Japan after a leadership transition at Condé Nast Japan.

Media

Vogue Japan Announces New Head of Editorial Content

Kazumi Asamura Hayashi will take the helm later this month, marking a new chapter for Vogue Japan after a leadership transition at Condé Nast Japan.


Technology

Aura Blockchain Consortium Appoints New CEO

Marcel Härtlein, who was most recently head of digital and IT at crystal maker and Aura member Lalique, will focus on expanding the group’s global membership.

Technology

Aura Blockchain Consortium Appoints New CEO

Marcel Härtlein, who was most recently head of digital and IT at crystal maker and Aura member Lalique, will focus on expanding the group’s global membership.


Retail

Primark Sales Slow as Demand Drops

The slowdown contributed to owner AB Foods warning that its annual profit would fall as shoppers in the US and Europe tighten spending.

Retail

Primark Sales Slow as Demand Drops

The slowdown contributed to owner AB Foods warning that its annual profit would fall as shoppers in the US and Europe tighten spending.


Retail

Fast Retailing Hikes Annual Forecast After Quarterly Profits Surge

The Uniqlo owner cited robust sales growth globally that helped it absorb US tariffs.

Retail

Fast Retailing Hikes Annual Forecast After Quarterly Profits Surge

The Uniqlo owner cited robust sales growth globally that helped it absorb US tariffs.


Beauty

Olaplex Said to Attract Takeover Offer From Germany’s Henkel

Henkel AG has submitted a takeover offer for Olaplex Holdings Inc, according to people with knowledge of the matter, after the shampoo maker lost over 90% of its value since its initial public offering.

Beauty

Olaplex Said to Attract Takeover Offer From Germany’s Henkel

Henkel AG has submitted a takeover offer for Olaplex Holdings Inc, according to people with knowledge of the matter, after the shampoo maker lost over 90% of its value since its initial public offering.


Sports

Tommy Hilfiger Launches Global Partnership With Liverpool FC

The brand’s latest professional sports deal is its first formalwear partnership with a football club in over 20 years.

Sports

Tommy Hilfiger Launches Global Partnership With Liverpool FC

The brand’s latest professional sports deal is its first formalwear partnership with a football club in over 20 years.


Retail

Holders of $895-a-Year AmEx Card Are Rushing to Spend Saks Perk

The luxury retailer’s potentially imminent bankruptcy filing has sent shoppers in a scramble to redeem their gift cards.

Retail

Holders of $895-a-Year AmEx Card Are Rushing to Spend Saks Perk

The luxury retailer’s potentially imminent bankruptcy filing has sent shoppers in a scramble to redeem their gift cards.


Sports

Zadeh Kicks Founder Sentenced to 70 Months for Sneaker Fraud

The wire and bank fraud conspiracy begat the infamous collapse of the online platform and $80 million in losses for customers and financial institutions.

Sports

Zadeh Kicks Founder Sentenced to 70 Months for Sneaker Fraud

The wire and bank fraud conspiracy begat the infamous collapse of the online platform and $80 million in losses for customers and financial institutions.


Luxury

De Beers Bets on India’s Rich to Boost Natural Diamond Demand

The unit of Anglo American Plc is opening its fifth and largest global ‘Forevermark’ store in Mumbai this week and plans to reach 25 outlets nationwide by the end of 2026.

Luxury

De Beers Bets on India’s Rich to Boost Natural Diamond Demand

The unit of Anglo American Plc is opening its fifth and largest global ‘Forevermark’ store in Mumbai this week and plans to reach 25 outlets nationwide by the end of 2026.


Retail

Rising Rivalry Slashes $20 Billion Value in Indian Fashion Chain

Trent Ltd. shares sank nearly 40 percent in 2025, marking the retailer’s first annual decline in more than a decade.

Retail

Rising Rivalry Slashes $20 Billion Value in Indian Fashion Chain

Trent Ltd. shares sank nearly 40 percent in 2025, marking the retailer’s first annual decline in more than a decade.


Technology

Nike Sold RTFKT in December

The sale came roughly a year after the virtual sneaker and fashion brand ceased operations.

Technology

Nike Sold RTFKT in December

The sale came roughly a year after the virtual sneaker and fashion brand ceased operations.