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.
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Retail
This Week: Lululemon’s Low Expectations; A Potential Tariff Surprise
The athleisure giant has struggled this year, but there are bright spots. And the US Supreme Court may or may not issue its decision on Trump’s tariffs.
This Week: Lululemon’s Low Expectations; A Potential Tariff Surprise
The athleisure giant has struggled this year, but there are bright spots. And the US Supreme Court may or may not issue its decision on Trump’s tariffs.
Luxury
Luxury Set for 2026 Revival but Shoppers ‘Betrayed’ by Pricing, Bain Says
The global luxury goods industry is likely to sell 3 percent to 5 percent more next year after stagnating in 2025.
Luxury Set for 2026 Revival but Shoppers ‘Betrayed’ by Pricing, Bain Says
The global luxury goods industry is likely to sell 3 percent to 5 percent more next year after stagnating in 2025.
Luxury
Rolex Rejects Retail Push Amid Industry Upheaval
In a rare public appearance, CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour reaffirmed the brand’s wholesale model and urged unity as Swiss watchmakers battle a market downturn.
Rolex Rejects Retail Push Amid Industry Upheaval
In a rare public appearance, CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour reaffirmed the brand’s wholesale model and urged unity as Swiss watchmakers battle a market downturn.
Global Markets
Worldview | Japanese Retailers Hit by China Travel Warning
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Indian jewellery exports, Nigerian e-tailer Jumia and Brazilian fashion giant Azzas 2154.
Worldview | Japanese Retailers Hit by China Travel Warning
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Indian jewellery exports, Nigerian e-tailer Jumia and Brazilian fashion giant Azzas 2154.
Retail
A Trump Supreme Court Tariff Defeat Would Add to Trade Uncertainty
Experts anticipate that Trump will shift to other trade tactics as his tariff’s are met with tough scrutiny in US Supreme Court oral arguments.
A Trump Supreme Court Tariff Defeat Would Add to Trade Uncertainty
Experts anticipate that Trump will shift to other trade tactics as his tariff’s are met with tough scrutiny in US Supreme Court oral arguments.
Sustainability
The Human Cost of Trump’s Tariffs | The Debrief
A surprise 50 percent duty on Indian apparel has frozen orders and shuttered factories across key hubs. The Debrief asks reporter Shayeza Walid what’s happening on the ground, who’s bearing the brunt and what relief could actually help.
The Human Cost of Trump’s Tariffs | The Debrief
A surprise 50 percent duty on Indian apparel has frozen orders and shuttered factories across key hubs. The Debrief asks reporter Shayeza Walid what’s happening on the ground, who’s bearing the brunt and what relief could actually help.
Global Markets
Worldview | Omoyemi Akerele Takes Lagos Fashion Week to the Next Level
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features South Korean exports, Egyptian textile factories and Mexico’s luxury department stores.
Worldview | Omoyemi Akerele Takes Lagos Fashion Week to the Next Level
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features South Korean exports, Egyptian textile factories and Mexico’s luxury department stores.
Retail
What Tariffs? Europe Inc. Adapts as Many Firms Post Gains in US
Companies from luxury players to Unilever are navigating tariffs better than anticipated.
What Tariffs? Europe Inc. Adapts as Many Firms Post Gains in US
Companies from luxury players to Unilever are navigating tariffs better than anticipated.
Retail
Trump Shaves China Tariffs After ‘Amazing’ Xi Meeting
The meeting between US president Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping resulted in an agreement to de-escalate some measures but left fundamental issues unresolved.
Trump Shaves China Tariffs After ‘Amazing’ Xi Meeting
The meeting between US president Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping resulted in an agreement to de-escalate some measures but left fundamental issues unresolved.
Global Markets
Trump, Xi Set to Formalise Trade Truce After Months of Chaos
Initial signals indicate the leaders are readying a pact that could see a rollback of some tariffs, fees and export restrictions threatened or implemented in recent months.
Trump, Xi Set to Formalise Trade Truce After Months of Chaos
Initial signals indicate the leaders are readying a pact that could see a rollback of some tariffs, fees and export restrictions threatened or implemented in recent months.
Retail
How Small Brands Are Handling the End of De Minimis
For a number of independent brands, the end of US’ de minimis exemption is the latest complication that required sharpening operations and making tough choices about where to invest.
How Small Brands Are Handling the End of De Minimis
For a number of independent brands, the end of US’ de minimis exemption is the latest complication that required sharpening operations and making tough choices about where to invest.
Sustainability
India’s Garment Workers Are Paying the Price for Trump’s Tariffs
Two months since the US hit India with 50 percent import duties, labourers in the country’s largest apparel manufacturing hubs face mass layoffs, reduced hours, and indefinite furloughs. The message from factories: “Come back once things in America get better.”
India’s Garment Workers Are Paying the Price for Trump’s Tariffs
Two months since the US hit India with 50 percent import duties, labourers in the country’s largest apparel manufacturing hubs face mass layoffs, reduced hours, and indefinite furloughs. The message from factories: “Come back once things in America get better.”
The News in Brief
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.
AII Launches Industry-First Tool Standardising Measurement of Carbon Emissions
The new tool published by the climate-focused nonprofit aims to create a standardised benchmark across textile facilities to accelerate fashion’s efforts to decarbonise.
Marco De Vincenzo Exits Etro
The creative director’s departure after four years was a decision of ‘mutual agreement’ according to the Italian label.
Exclusive: Akt London Enters Sephora
The UK label will roll out its hero deodorant to Sephora US doors and launch its full assortment online as the LVMH-owned retailer expands its body care offering.
Zalando Forecasts 2026 Profit Jump Driven by AI Boost
The European retailer forecast a rise in full-year adjusted operating profit and announced a share buyback, citing the productivity and cost-saving benefits of AI.
Lululemon Founder Warns CEO Candidates That Board Needs Overhaul
Chip Wilson wrote an open letter to potential candidates for the activewear brand’s next chief executive warning them of problems at the company.