Harris Reed Exits Nina Ricci
Reed plans to focus on his own brand after three and a half years as creative director for the Puig-owned label.
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Financial Markets
Scooter Braun Invests in Editorialist
Editorialist’s luxury content-and-commerce business joins the music entrepreneur’s growing list of investments under Ithaca Ventures.
Scooter Braun Invests in Editorialist
Editorialist’s luxury content-and-commerce business joins the music entrepreneur’s growing list of investments under Ithaca Ventures.
Financial Markets
Why Private Equity Is Betting on Payment-Processing Technology
As e-commerce systems and technology become increasingly sophisticated, private equity firms are looking to invest in the cashless future of retail.
Why Private Equity Is Betting on Payment-Processing Technology
As e-commerce systems and technology become increasingly sophisticated, private equity firms are looking to invest in the cashless future of retail.
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
Financial Markets
Osman Sells Majority Stake to Luxcite
The London-based brand's founder, Osman Yousefzada, said the capital will be used to deepen wholesale partnerships and ramp up direct-to-consumer sales.
Osman Sells Majority Stake to Luxcite
The London-based brand's founder, Osman Yousefzada, said the capital will be used to deepen wholesale partnerships and ramp up direct-to-consumer sales.
Financial Markets
News Bites | NewStore Lands $50 Million in Funding
In today’s News Bites, mobile retail platform NewStore shares its plans to take on Amazon after a Series B funding round.
News Bites | NewStore Lands $50 Million in Funding
In today’s News Bites, mobile retail platform NewStore shares its plans to take on Amazon after a Series B funding round.
Financial Markets
VC Firm That Backed Gwyneth Paltrow Raises $150 Million
Felix Capital Partners plans to use the money to grab stakes in early-stage startups that tap into the growth of digital brands.
VC Firm That Backed Gwyneth Paltrow Raises $150 Million
Felix Capital Partners plans to use the money to grab stakes in early-stage startups that tap into the growth of digital brands.
Financial Markets
Why Artémis, Not Kering, Invested in Giambattista Valli
Last week, Artémis, the mega holding company of the Pinault family, announced that it has acquired a minority stake in Giambattista Valli. But why didn’t Kering just make the investment itself?
Why Artémis, Not Kering, Invested in Giambattista Valli
Last week, Artémis, the mega holding company of the Pinault family, announced that it has acquired a minority stake in Giambattista Valli. But why didn’t Kering just make the investment itself?
Financial Markets
Burberry Faces Investor Advisory Groups' Wrath on Executive Pay
The British luxury goods maker is facing growing opposition from some of its investors over how much it plans to award its executive team at this year's shareholder meeting.
Burberry Faces Investor Advisory Groups' Wrath on Executive Pay
The British luxury goods maker is facing growing opposition from some of its investors over how much it plans to award its executive team at this year's shareholder meeting.
Financial Markets
News Bites | Chaos to Launch Magazine, Zanzan Lands Investment
In today’s News Bites, Charlotte Stockdale and Katie Lyall are set to launch a magazine, while sunglasses brand Zanzan receives investment from Eiesha Bharti Pasricha.
News Bites | Chaos to Launch Magazine, Zanzan Lands Investment
In today’s News Bites, Charlotte Stockdale and Katie Lyall are set to launch a magazine, while sunglasses brand Zanzan receives investment from Eiesha Bharti Pasricha.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Has Invested in a Cycling Apparel Startup
"The collaboration points to the work that Lululemon's executive team has done to try to sell shoppers the idea that the apparel retailer does more
Lululemon Has Invested in a Cycling Apparel Startup
"The collaboration points to the work that Lululemon's executive team has done to try to sell shoppers the idea that the apparel retailer does more
Financial Markets
Hudson's Bay Targeted by Activist Investor Land & Buildings
Land & Buildings Investment Management, which owns 4.3 percent of Hudson's Bay, urged it to unlock the value of its real estate portfolio and explore a take-private transaction.
Hudson's Bay Targeted by Activist Investor Land & Buildings
Land & Buildings Investment Management, which owns 4.3 percent of Hudson's Bay, urged it to unlock the value of its real estate portfolio and explore a take-private transaction.
Financial Markets
LVMH Chief Raises Concerns on Global Economy
Bernard Arnault, the chairman and chief executive of LVMH, said he is optimistic about France’s new president, but worried about the state of the global economy.
LVMH Chief Raises Concerns on Global Economy
Bernard Arnault, the chairman and chief executive of LVMH, said he is optimistic about France’s new president, but worried about the state of the global economy.
The News in Brief
Henkel Sees Slower Start to 2026 on Weak Customer Sentiment, Middle East Uncertainty
German consumer goods and adhesives maker Henkel said on Wednesday it expects a slower start to 2026 due to persistently weak consumer sentiment and uncertainties linked to the war in Iran.
Galderma Backers Exit $6.3 Billion Stake
A trio of Galderma shareholders exited their remaining 14.3% stake in the Swiss skincare company, in the largest ever overnight share sale in Switzerland.
Zara-Owner Inditex Shows Resilience With Strong Start to Its Year
The Spanish retailer registered robust sales growth at the start of its current fiscal year in the face of weakening consumer sentiment that’s hitting many of its peers.
Amazon Wins Court Order Blocking Perplexity AI Shopping Bots
The order requires the firm to stop accessing password-protected sections of Amazon’s systems — in this case, Prime subscriber accounts — and to destroy copies of Amazon’s data.
Exclusive: Perfumer H Secures Fresh Investment
Former Aesop leaders Michael O’Keeffe and Thomas Buisson have invested in Perfumer H, buying out Natura &Co’s stake to back the niche fragrance brand’s next phase of growth.
Hugo Boss Profit, Sales Beat Estimates Amid Turnaround Effort
The German designer brand reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results driven by its strategy to close stores and revamp its offerings.
LVMH Names Deputy CEO of Beauty Division, Parfums Christian Dior
Philippe Farnier, a longtime LVMH executive, will step into the new role effective immediately, reporting to divisional head Véronique Courtois.