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What to Watch: Fashion’s Next Round of IPOs
A Wall Street offering is tempting for early backers of hot brands, but going public also puts companies…
Shein Set to Go Public on Sept. 1 at $27 Billion Valuation
The Chinese ultra-fast-fashion company is going public at a fraction of its peak valuation pre-COVID-19.
Frasers Vows to Cover Unpaid Harvey Nichols Stylists After Takeover
In a goodwill gesture, Frasers Group has pledged to pay personal shoppers and stylists in full and move them…
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In Luxury, Megabrands Still Have the Upper Hand: Bernstein
Analyst Luca Solca argues that scale still matters, though the challenge remains "second-generation luxury…
July Retail Sales Signal Consumer Caution
EY-Parthenon economists said the strong spending seen this spring "is unlikely to be sustained," although…
Tariff Refunds Boost Bottom Line for Dillard’s in Second Quarter
The Arkansas-based department store noted strength in women's accessories and lingerie in the period.
Tapestry’s Annual Sales Hit $8B as Coach Continues to Drive Growth
The company, which also owns Kate Spade, hit its three-year target in year one.
Harrods Resumes Profit Growth in Fiscal 2025 as Al-Fayed-related Costs Ease
After a loss in fiscal-year 2024 linked to Al-Fayed abuse compensation, Harrods said it remains "cautiously…
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter Buys LVMH’s Stake in SirDavis Whiskey Brand
The premium liquor named after her great-grandfather was developed as a joint venture with Moët Hennessy and…
Harvey Nichols Warns It Will ‘Collapse’ Without Rescue as Pre‑pack Sale Nears
According to market sources, Frasers Group will buy Harvey Nichols under a pre-pack deal as soon as Tuesday.
How CEO Patrice Louvet Helped Get Ralph Lauren Back in the Saddle
He gave WWD a peek at first-quarter gains, a rosier outlook and how the company raised its average unit…
Capri Holdings Cuts Outlook on Inventory, Middle East Concerns
The Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo parent had a stronger first quarter, but pointed to trouble brewing later in…
Chanel Posted Double-digit Growth in First Half, Report Says
The privately held company declined to comment on a Bloomberg report that comparable revenue rose 16 percent…