US SEC Preparing to Eliminate Quarterly Reporting Requirement, WSJ Says
The proposal would give companies the option to share results twice a year.
leadership
Fashion Week
At New York Fashion Week, Sergio Hudson Means Business
Now in his eighth year, Hudson is evermore calculated — testing the waters with menswear and leaning into versatile, wearable looks as he aims to grow his brand.
At New York Fashion Week, Sergio Hudson Means Business
Now in his eighth year, Hudson is evermore calculated — testing the waters with menswear and leaning into versatile, wearable looks as he aims to grow his brand.
Sports
How Nike Ran Off Course | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor Brian Baskin are joined by BoF sports correspondent Daniel-Yaw Miller to examine how Nike’s recent struggles — from internal restructuring to marketing missteps — have impacted its dominance and what the brand is doing to reclaim its status.
How Nike Ran Off Course | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor Brian Baskin are joined by BoF sports correspondent Daniel-Yaw Miller to examine how Nike’s recent struggles — from internal restructuring to marketing missteps — have impacted its dominance and what the brand is doing to reclaim its status.
Retail
H&M’s Big Bet on Fashion’s Elusive Middle
In an exclusive interview, CEO Daniel Ervér outlined his strategy to turn the Swedish fast-fashion giant’s greatest weakness – its positioning above Shein but below Zara in the category’s pricing hierarchy – into a strength. It all kicks off with a collection due out next month.
H&M’s Big Bet on Fashion’s Elusive Middle
In an exclusive interview, CEO Daniel Ervér outlined his strategy to turn the Swedish fast-fashion giant’s greatest weakness – its positioning above Shein but below Zara in the category’s pricing hierarchy – into a strength. It all kicks off with a collection due out next month.
Beauty
How Kamala Harris’ Signature Tresses Became a Gen-Z Hit
Once a symbol of assimilation in post-slavery America, the silk press has taken on a new life among young Black women, thanks to an old clip of Kamala Harris discussing her hair routine that went viral on TikTok.
How Kamala Harris’ Signature Tresses Became a Gen-Z Hit
Once a symbol of assimilation in post-slavery America, the silk press has taken on a new life among young Black women, thanks to an old clip of Kamala Harris discussing her hair routine that went viral on TikTok.
Workplace & Talent
Why Kamala Harris Isn’t Making Bold Fashion Choices – Yet
With her wardrobe of pants suits in conservative colours, the vice president has studiously avoided drawing attention to her style choices. Experts say that reflects the reality that, as a Black and Indian woman in the upper echelon of politics, self-expression carries risks.
Why Kamala Harris Isn’t Making Bold Fashion Choices – Yet
With her wardrobe of pants suits in conservative colours, the vice president has studiously avoided drawing attention to her style choices. Experts say that reflects the reality that, as a Black and Indian woman in the upper echelon of politics, self-expression carries risks.
Retail
The Top Priority for Victoria’s Secret’s New CEO
The surprise appointment of Savage X Fenty’s Hillary Super to the top job gives the beleaguered lingerie brand one more chance to show confused consumers what it stands for.
The Top Priority for Victoria’s Secret’s New CEO
The surprise appointment of Savage X Fenty’s Hillary Super to the top job gives the beleaguered lingerie brand one more chance to show confused consumers what it stands for.
Sports
Inside Nike’s Big Marketing Vibe Shift
The return of company veteran Nicole Hubbard Graham as CMO and the rollout of its ‘Winning Isn’t for Everyone’ campaign have helped fuel a push to restore Nike’s marketing glory after the brand ran off course. 'Do I think Nike stopped believing that the notion of winning could continue to grow this brand? Maybe.'
Inside Nike’s Big Marketing Vibe Shift
The return of company veteran Nicole Hubbard Graham as CMO and the rollout of its ‘Winning Isn’t for Everyone’ campaign have helped fuel a push to restore Nike’s marketing glory after the brand ran off course. 'Do I think Nike stopped believing that the notion of winning could continue to grow this brand? Maybe.'
Marketing
True Religion’s Hip-Hop Powered Comeback
Even as the premium denim seller lost its hold on many consumers in the 2010s, hip-hop movers and shakers never wavered in their affinity for the horseshoe logo and signature thick stitching. That’s helping the brand mount a rebound today.
True Religion’s Hip-Hop Powered Comeback
Even as the premium denim seller lost its hold on many consumers in the 2010s, hip-hop movers and shakers never wavered in their affinity for the horseshoe logo and signature thick stitching. That’s helping the brand mount a rebound today.
Luxury
Luxury Heir Alleges His $13 Billion Hermès Fortune Has Vanished
A Swiss court has dismissed Hermès heir Nicolas Puech’s claims against his former wealth manager over the alleged loss of his fortune, leaving the fate of his significant stake in the luxury brand uncertain.
Luxury Heir Alleges His $13 Billion Hermès Fortune Has Vanished
A Swiss court has dismissed Hermès heir Nicolas Puech’s claims against his former wealth manager over the alleged loss of his fortune, leaving the fate of his significant stake in the luxury brand uncertain.
Retail
J.Crew’s Unorthodox Olympics Moment
The American retailer was able to tap into the cachet of the world’s largest sporting event without being an official sponsor or licensee. The result was one of its most successful collaborations in recent memory.
J.Crew’s Unorthodox Olympics Moment
The American retailer was able to tap into the cachet of the world’s largest sporting event without being an official sponsor or licensee. The result was one of its most successful collaborations in recent memory.
Luxury
Sergio Rossi Taps Paul Andrew as Creative Director
The designer brings “creative design expertise and forward-thinking approach,” the Italian footwear brand owned by Lanvin Group said.
Sergio Rossi Taps Paul Andrew as Creative Director
The designer brings “creative design expertise and forward-thinking approach,” the Italian footwear brand owned by Lanvin Group said.
Luxury
Burberry’s CEO Shake-Up, Explained
The British trench coat maker’s revenues tumbled over 20 percent this spring. How will new leadership change the strategy? And will it work?
Burberry’s CEO Shake-Up, Explained
The British trench coat maker’s revenues tumbled over 20 percent this spring. How will new leadership change the strategy? And will it work?
The News in Brief
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.
Bondholders Approve Saks Global’s Five-Year Business Plan
Saks is moving towards exiting bankruptcy and tapped an additional $300 million of its Chapter 11 financing package.
Luxury Stocks Face Most Bearish Sentiment in Years, UBS Says
War in the Middle East, the luxury industry’s fastest-growing market, threatens to delay a long-expected rebound in demand.
Trump Signs Order to Combat Fraudulent ‘Made in America’ Labels, White House Says
The executive order directs the FTC chairman to prioritise enforcement of existing laws against sellers and manufacturers who falsely claim products are made in America.
Lanvin Deputy CEO Siddhartha Shukla Exits Brand
Owner Lanvin Group said it is ‘fully committed’ to the French label’s development under creative director Peter Copping, with CEO Andy Lew in charge of management.
Ulta Beauty Forecasts Annual Profit Below Estimates
Shares declined in after-hours trading as the beauty retailer expressed a cautious outlook for 2026.
Exclusive: Brita Invests in Shower Filter Firm Hello Klean
The German water filtration firm has acquired a minority stake in Hello Klean, which sells shower heads it claims mitigate the effects of hard water.