US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
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Goop Hires Editor-in-Chief from Allure
Danielle Pergament is one of several new editorial recruits joining the content-and-commerce company, which plans to expand its fashion offering and collaborations.
Goop Hires Editor-in-Chief from Allure
Danielle Pergament is one of several new editorial recruits joining the content-and-commerce company, which plans to expand its fashion offering and collaborations.
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The BoF Podcast: Inside the Hearst Media Empire with David Carey
President of Hearst Magazines David Carey speaks to Imran Amed about the magazine industry’s state of flux, as well as the opportunities and challenges of leading the Hearst media empire.
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Hearst Media Empire with David Carey
President of Hearst Magazines David Carey speaks to Imran Amed about the magazine industry’s state of flux, as well as the opportunities and challenges of leading the Hearst media empire.
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Bag Snob Launches Influencer Agency, Signs Diet Prada
Tina Craig, Suzanne Droese and Lynsey Eaton speak to BoF about launching 'Estate Five' and how they plan to redefine influencer management.
Bag Snob Launches Influencer Agency, Signs Diet Prada
Tina Craig, Suzanne Droese and Lynsey Eaton speak to BoF about launching 'Estate Five' and how they plan to redefine influencer management.
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Meet Fashion's First Computer-Generated Influencer
@lilmiquela wears Chanel, Prada and Supreme, works with fashion magazines and advocates for social change. Does it matter that she is a virtual avatar?
Meet Fashion's First Computer-Generated Influencer
@lilmiquela wears Chanel, Prada and Supreme, works with fashion magazines and advocates for social change. Does it matter that she is a virtual avatar?
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Amy Odell Exits Hearst
Odell, who oversees Cosmopolitan.com, is leaving the publishing house and will be replaced by Marie Claire's site director Jessica Pels.
Amy Odell Exits Hearst
Odell, who oversees Cosmopolitan.com, is leaving the publishing house and will be replaced by Marie Claire's site director Jessica Pels.
Financial Markets
Highsnobiety Raises $8.5 Million Venture Round
The influential streetwear site will use the new funding to scale its branded content, e-commerce and events businesses.
Highsnobiety Raises $8.5 Million Venture Round
The influential streetwear site will use the new funding to scale its branded content, e-commerce and events businesses.
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Shares Fall After Facebook Changes News Feed to Deprioritise Publishers
Facebook said its new ranking system would hurt non-advertising content from publishers and brands, like news stories and viral video posts, but not change the ranking of advertising that has been paid for.
Shares Fall After Facebook Changes News Feed to Deprioritise Publishers
Facebook said its new ranking system would hurt non-advertising content from publishers and brands, like news stories and viral video posts, but not change the ranking of advertising that has been paid for.
Financial Markets
L'Officiel and US Partner GEM Group Announce $50 Million Investment Fund
The partners will support global and emerging brands with capital and marketing support.
L'Officiel and US Partner GEM Group Announce $50 Million Investment Fund
The partners will support global and emerging brands with capital and marketing support.
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Fast-Rising Business Publication Quartz Launches Lifestyle Play
Quartzy, which goes live Wednesday, will include expanded coverage of fashion and travel, offering a compelling harbour for luxury advertising.
Fast-Rising Business Publication Quartz Launches Lifestyle Play
Quartzy, which goes live Wednesday, will include expanded coverage of fashion and travel, offering a compelling harbour for luxury advertising.
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Paper Magazine Acquired by Tom Florio’s New Media Group
BoF can exclusively reveal that Florio and Paper’s Drew Elliott, together with strategic partner XRM Media, plan to invest in video and viral strategies while building off the magazine’s rich cultural history.
Paper Magazine Acquired by Tom Florio’s New Media Group
BoF can exclusively reveal that Florio and Paper’s Drew Elliott, together with strategic partner XRM Media, plan to invest in video and viral strategies while building off the magazine’s rich cultural history.
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Gossamer, a Media Brand for New Cannabis Culture
With its minimalist design and millennial POV, the venture is targeting a new generation of smokers with a ‘green lens’ on travel, food and culture.
Gossamer, a Media Brand for New Cannabis Culture
With its minimalist design and millennial POV, the venture is targeting a new generation of smokers with a ‘green lens’ on travel, food and culture.
News & Analysis
Top Executive Fired From Vox Media Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
Following the release of the Shitty Media Men list, Vox Media’s editorial director and former Curbed CEO and founder Lockhart Steele has been
Top Executive Fired From Vox Media Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations
Following the release of the Shitty Media Men list, Vox Media’s editorial director and former Curbed CEO and founder Lockhart Steele has been
The News in Brief
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.
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.