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Trump FTC Chair Pledges to Keep Aggressive Merger Enforcement
The organisation’s chairman Andrew Ferguson vowed to aggressively block illegal mergers, reaffirming the agency’s commitment to challenging deals that violate antitrust laws, continuing the stance taken during the Biden administration.
True Religion Acquired by Private Equity Firm Acon Investments
The deal, which included participation from American Eagle’s chief executive, will help the denim maker expand globally.
Sneaker Maker Golden Goose Is Said to Kick Off Milan IPO Soon
Luxury sneaker brand Golden Goose SpA plans to kick off an initial public offering in Milan as soon as this week, according to people familiar with the matter, extending a strong rebound in European listings this year.
Europe Luxury Stocks Slide After Richemont Chairman Says Inflation Is Denting Demand
Luxury goods stocks slumped in Europe, wiping out more than $25 billion in market value after Richemont chairman Johann Rupert said inflation is starting to dent demand across the region.
US Inflation Cooling as Consumer Prices Rise Moderately Again
US consumer prices increased moderately in July as higher rents were mostly offset by declining costs of goods such as motor vehicles and furniture, a trend that could persuade the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates unchanged next month.
Kim Kardashian Hires Wall Street Talent to Bulk Up Buyout Firm
Kim Kardashian’s private equity firm hired a half-dozen financial-industry professionals, including a new chief operating officer who previously worked at alternative investment giant Apollo Global Management Inc.
US Economy Shrinks for a Second Quarter, Raising Recession Odds
Gross domestic product fell at a 0.9 percent annualised rate after a 1.6 percent decline in the first three months of the year, the Commerce Department’s preliminary estimate showed Thursday.