Swatch CEO Warns Iran War Is Weighing on Watchmaker’s Sales
The company has more than 200 stores in the Middle East, said chief executive officer Nick Hayek.
Podcasts
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Technology
The BoF Podcast: Futurist Lucie Greene on Big Tech Versus the State
The futurist author and columnist unpacks tech giants' powerful influence over day-to-day life and public policy, making a case for deeper consideration of the ideology that underpins this culture of innovation and disruption.
The BoF Podcast: Futurist Lucie Greene on Big Tech Versus the State
The futurist author and columnist unpacks tech giants' powerful influence over day-to-day life and public policy, making a case for deeper consideration of the ideology that underpins this culture of innovation and disruption.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Stadium Goods’ John McPheters on the Streetwear Resale Opportunity
In his first one-to-one interview since his company's acquisition by Farfetch, the Stadium Goods co-founder talks to Imran Amed about his unconventional path to fashion, how he nearly ended up in the diamond industry, and defying the ‘streetwear bubble.’
The BoF Podcast: Stadium Goods’ John McPheters on the Streetwear Resale Opportunity
In his first one-to-one interview since his company's acquisition by Farfetch, the Stadium Goods co-founder talks to Imran Amed about his unconventional path to fashion, how he nearly ended up in the diamond industry, and defying the ‘streetwear bubble.’
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Francesca Bellettini: ‘It’s Better to Present Yourself the Way You Really Are’
The CEO of Saint Laurent sits down with Imran Amed to discuss the importance of authenticity, balancing legacy with growth — and taking 500 employees to Morocco.
The BoF Podcast: Francesca Bellettini: ‘It’s Better to Present Yourself the Way You Really Are’
The CEO of Saint Laurent sits down with Imran Amed to discuss the importance of authenticity, balancing legacy with growth — and taking 500 employees to Morocco.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Stephanie Phair on Nurturing Fashion’s Future Female Leaders
Farfetch’s chief strategy officer and BFC chair Stephanie Phair shares her insight on how fashion can better support gender diversity within the workplace.
The BoF Podcast: Stephanie Phair on Nurturing Fashion’s Future Female Leaders
Farfetch’s chief strategy officer and BFC chair Stephanie Phair shares her insight on how fashion can better support gender diversity within the workplace.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Remembering the Life and Work of Karl Lagerfeld
In a special episode of The BoF Podcast, Tim Blanks and Imran Amed sit down to discuss their memories and reflections on the passing of the fashion icon.
The BoF Podcast: Remembering the Life and Work of Karl Lagerfeld
In a special episode of The BoF Podcast, Tim Blanks and Imran Amed sit down to discuss their memories and reflections on the passing of the fashion icon.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Joshua Graham Lynn on the ‘Vast Ring of Influence’ in American Politics
The co-founder of RepresentUs, a non-profit campaign group, illustrated the corrupt nature of America's political system and the crucial role of grass-roots activity in effecting change at a federal level.
The BoF Podcast: Joshua Graham Lynn on the ‘Vast Ring of Influence’ in American Politics
The co-founder of RepresentUs, a non-profit campaign group, illustrated the corrupt nature of America's political system and the crucial role of grass-roots activity in effecting change at a federal level.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Sadhguru on Wellbeing and the Sustainability of Indian Textiles
Imran Amed sits down with Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, accomplished yogi and founder of the Isha foundation, whose latest social movement is pushing for the use of sustainable and natural textiles in the fashion industry.
The BoF Podcast: Sadhguru on Wellbeing and the Sustainability of Indian Textiles
Imran Amed sits down with Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, accomplished yogi and founder of the Isha foundation, whose latest social movement is pushing for the use of sustainable and natural textiles in the fashion industry.
Technology
The BoF Podcast: Christopher Wylie and Arti Zeighami: ‘Data Doesn’t Have to Be Evil’
The Cambridge Analytica whistleblower discussed the way H&M can use artificial intelligence to curb waste production and his new role at the fast-fashion giant.
The BoF Podcast: Christopher Wylie and Arti Zeighami: ‘Data Doesn’t Have to Be Evil’
The Cambridge Analytica whistleblower discussed the way H&M can use artificial intelligence to curb waste production and his new role at the fast-fashion giant.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Gwyneth Paltrow on Her Goop Journey
This week on BoF's Inside Fashion podcast, Gwyneth Paltrow talks to Imran Amed about Goop's rise from an email newsletter to a wellness empire worth $250 million.
The BoF Podcast: Gwyneth Paltrow on Her Goop Journey
This week on BoF's Inside Fashion podcast, Gwyneth Paltrow talks to Imran Amed about Goop's rise from an email newsletter to a wellness empire worth $250 million.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Bethann Hardison, Kerby Jean-Raymond, LaQuan Smith and Patrick Robinson: ‘We’ve Had Diversity, but Then It Disappeared’
The creatives spoke about the barriers that black designers face and how a new generation is finding success outside the fashion system.
The BoF Podcast: Bethann Hardison, Kerby Jean-Raymond, LaQuan Smith and Patrick Robinson: ‘We’ve Had Diversity, but Then It Disappeared’
The creatives spoke about the barriers that black designers face and how a new generation is finding success outside the fashion system.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Sonam Kapoor and Karla Bookman: ‘Feminism Has Been Alive and Well in India for a Long Time’
The two women discuss how the grassroots movements is dismantling India’s patriarchy and using their platforms to raise awareness of social issues.
The BoF Podcast: Sonam Kapoor and Karla Bookman: ‘Feminism Has Been Alive and Well in India for a Long Time’
The two women discuss how the grassroots movements is dismantling India’s patriarchy and using their platforms to raise awareness of social issues.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri on Female Power
This week on Inside Fashion, ahead of the opening of the UK’s largest retrospective on Christian Dior, Chiuri talks to Tim Blanks about the importance of couture as the first female creative director of the house.
The BoF Podcast: Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri on Female Power
This week on Inside Fashion, ahead of the opening of the UK’s largest retrospective on Christian Dior, Chiuri talks to Tim Blanks about the importance of couture as the first female creative director of the house.
The News in Brief
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
US SEC Preparing to Eliminate Quarterly Reporting Requirement, WSJ Says
The proposal would give companies the option to share results twice a year.
Kering Unveils New Jewellery Unit, Merges Fashion Brand Reporting
Kering’s newly created jewellery division regroups Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo and Qeelin brands as the company aims to pool resources. The conglomerate is also regrouping fashion brand reporting, shielding smaller labels from investor scrutiny.