Asics Buys Marathon Registration Platforms to Boost Running-Shoe Sales
The Japanese sportswear brand is accelerating global expansion by acquiring race-registration platforms to deepen engagement with runners.
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Financial Markets
Tiffany Sales Miss Estimates as Global Uncertainty Hurts Demand
Tiffany & Co. posted second-quarter sales that missed analysts’ estimates as global economic uncertainty weighed on demand.
Tiffany Sales Miss Estimates as Global Uncertainty Hurts Demand
Tiffany & Co. posted second-quarter sales that missed analysts’ estimates as global economic uncertainty weighed on demand.
Financial Markets
Express Misses 2Q Forecasts
Express Inc. reported fiscal second-quarter net income of $10.1 million.
Express Misses 2Q Forecasts
Express Inc. reported fiscal second-quarter net income of $10.1 million.
Financial Markets
Perry Ellis Reports 2Q Loss
Perry Ellis reported a loss of $3.6 million in its fiscal second quarter.
Perry Ellis Reports 2Q Loss
Perry Ellis reported a loss of $3.6 million in its fiscal second quarter.
Financial Markets
Coty Declines as Investors Wait for Post-P&G Deal Strategy
Coty Inc. shares fell the most in more than seven weeks after the company posted its second straight net loss and investors wait for more insight about its pending merger with Procter & Gamble Co.’s beauty brands.
Coty Declines as Investors Wait for Post-P&G Deal Strategy
Coty Inc. shares fell the most in more than seven weeks after the company posted its second straight net loss and investors wait for more insight about its pending merger with Procter & Gamble Co.’s beauty brands.
News & Analysis
Claire’s Corners Bondholders With $800 Million Debt Swap Plan
Claire’s is turning to its creditors to help it avoid becoming the latest mall chain to succumb to a mountain of debt.
Claire’s Corners Bondholders With $800 Million Debt Swap Plan
Claire’s is turning to its creditors to help it avoid becoming the latest mall chain to succumb to a mountain of debt.
Financial Markets
JC Penney Reports Smaller Loss in 2Q as Sales Improve
JC Penney reported a smaller loss in the second quarter as the department store operator's sales improved, fuelled by such moves as bringing back appliances and refreshing other areas of the store.
JC Penney Reports Smaller Loss in 2Q as Sales Improve
JC Penney reported a smaller loss in the second quarter as the department store operator's sales improved, fuelled by such moves as bringing back appliances and refreshing other areas of the store.
Retail
Macy's to Shut 100 Stores and Invest Online
Macy's said it would close about 100 stores and boost investment in its online operations as it seeks to turn around its business after six quarters of falling sales.
Macy's to Shut 100 Stores and Invest Online
Macy's said it would close about 100 stores and boost investment in its online operations as it seeks to turn around its business after six quarters of falling sales.
Retail
Ralph Lauren Losing Battle for America’s Preppies
While the power of prep lives on, Ralph Lauren has lately ceded ground to newer competitors that have added twists to the old look.
Ralph Lauren Losing Battle for America’s Preppies
While the power of prep lives on, Ralph Lauren has lately ceded ground to newer competitors that have added twists to the old look.
News & Analysis
Hugo Boss Lowers Profit Outlook as Sales Slow
Hugo Boss lowered its profit forecast for 2016 as it reported a fall in second-quarter sales, highlighting the challenge facing new chief executive officer Mark Langer.
Hugo Boss Lowers Profit Outlook as Sales Slow
Hugo Boss lowered its profit forecast for 2016 as it reported a fall in second-quarter sales, highlighting the challenge facing new chief executive officer Mark Langer.
Financial Markets
Falling Tourism Prompts Kate Spade Forecast Cut
A dearth of tourists to the US — put off visiting by the strong dollar — has slowed foot traffic, forcing the company to mark down merchandise.
Falling Tourism Prompts Kate Spade Forecast Cut
A dearth of tourists to the US — put off visiting by the strong dollar — has slowed foot traffic, forcing the company to mark down merchandise.
Financial Markets
Macy’s, Kohl’s Fall on Concern About Slow Department-Store Sales
Shares of Macy’s, Nordstrom and Kohl’s fell after reports about weak summer sales reignited fears of a department-store slump.
Macy’s, Kohl’s Fall on Concern About Slow Department-Store Sales
Shares of Macy’s, Nordstrom and Kohl’s fell after reports about weak summer sales reignited fears of a department-store slump.
Financial Markets
L’Oréal Sales Miss Analyst Estimates on Western Europe Slowdown
L’Oréal reported second-quarter sales that missed analysts’ estimates as rising demand for its beauty products in North America was offset by worsening conditions in its home market of France.
L’Oréal Sales Miss Analyst Estimates on Western Europe Slowdown
L’Oréal reported second-quarter sales that missed analysts’ estimates as rising demand for its beauty products in North America was offset by worsening conditions in its home market of France.
The News in Brief
Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
Fashion Startup Founder Pleads Guilty in $300 Million Fraud
Christine Hunsicker admitted she falsified financial statements to promote CaaStle Inc. as a valuable, growing business when in reality it was struggling.
Victoria’s Secret Forecasts Its Best Year Since L Brands Split
The underwear company is anticipating net sales of at least $6.85 billion in the current fiscal year, exceeding analyst estimates and marking the highest revenue since its split from L Brands Inc in 2021.
Uniqlo Aims to Grow Tenfold in India With Summer-Centric Clothes
The Japanese brand is accelerating its expansion in India to capture a greater share of the rapidly growing apparel market and affluent consumer base.
Oasis Pressures Kao in Latest Japan Activist Investor Push
Activist fund Oasis Management Co. is calling on the Japanese personal care company to convene an extraordinary general meeting, seeking a probe into its supply-chain risk management and internal control.
American Eagle Forecasts Sales Growth Above Estimates on Demand From Wealthy Shoppers
The retailer surpassed annual sales forecasts but expects a $60 million drag from import tariffs in the first half of 2026.
Missoni Family Exits Namesake Brand
The transaction gives FSI, a Milan-based private equity fund, a controlling share in the Italian luxury house, as more founder-owned brands turn to investors to fund growth and weather a tough global market.