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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Global Markets
Trump Tariffs Get Personal for the Harris Tweed Makers of the Hebrides
Donald Trump’s tariffs are threatening the livelihoods of Harris Tweed weavers in the Outer Hebrides, posing a threat to the centuries-old craft and the economic stability of the island communities.
Trump Tariffs Get Personal for the Harris Tweed Makers of the Hebrides
Donald Trump’s tariffs are threatening the livelihoods of Harris Tweed weavers in the Outer Hebrides, posing a threat to the centuries-old craft and the economic stability of the island communities.
Beauty
Korean Beauty Start-Ups Bet Booming US Demand Outlasts Tariff Pain
South Korean cosmetic start-ups like Beauty of Joseon, Torriden and d’Alba are in talks with major US retailers to expand their brick-and-mortar presences in the world’s biggest consumer market.
Korean Beauty Start-Ups Bet Booming US Demand Outlasts Tariff Pain
South Korean cosmetic start-ups like Beauty of Joseon, Torriden and d’Alba are in talks with major US retailers to expand their brick-and-mortar presences in the world’s biggest consumer market.
Retail
Why Tariffs Haven’t Led to Soaring Prices – Yet
Fashion brands will eventually need to offset higher costs for imports. But after raising prices again and again since the pandemic, some retailers are more worried about alienating shoppers than how they’ll pay their customs duties.
Why Tariffs Haven’t Led to Soaring Prices – Yet
Fashion brands will eventually need to offset higher costs for imports. But after raising prices again and again since the pandemic, some retailers are more worried about alienating shoppers than how they’ll pay their customs duties.
Global Markets
Worldview | Vietnam’s Crackdown on Counterfeit Luxury Goods
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Indian cosmetics giant Nykaa, overseas Chinese shoppers and Jumia’s push to counter Temu in Nigeria.
Worldview | Vietnam’s Crackdown on Counterfeit Luxury Goods
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Indian cosmetics giant Nykaa, overseas Chinese shoppers and Jumia’s push to counter Temu in Nigeria.
Retail
Why Brands Are Still Betting on the US
Tariffs have slowed, but haven’t stopped a wave of American expansion. Here’s why some are choosing to stick around.
Why Brands Are Still Betting on the US
Tariffs have slowed, but haven’t stopped a wave of American expansion. Here’s why some are choosing to stick around.
Global Markets
What’s Next for Trump’s Trade War After Court Blocks Tariffs
The ruling may not be a permanent setback for Trump’s push to reshape global trade. The administration may disregard the trade court’s decision, as judges have no ability to take action against a US president, who has broad immunity for official actions.
What’s Next for Trump’s Trade War After Court Blocks Tariffs
The ruling may not be a permanent setback for Trump’s push to reshape global trade. The administration may disregard the trade court’s decision, as judges have no ability to take action against a US president, who has broad immunity for official actions.
Retail
Retailers Pummelled by Trump’s Trade War Entertain More ‘Take-Private’ Offers
Hit hard by President Trump’s trade war and volatile markets, some publicly traded retailers are increasingly considering offers to sell to private equity.
Retailers Pummelled by Trump’s Trade War Entertain More ‘Take-Private’ Offers
Hit hard by President Trump’s trade war and volatile markets, some publicly traded retailers are increasingly considering offers to sell to private equity.
Luxury
Trump Tariffs Hit European Luxury, Shares Tank
LVMH and Hermès stock fell about 3 percent and 4 percent respectively, in line with sector peers including Kering, Prada and Burberry, after the US president announced a 50 percent duty on imports from the European Union.
Trump Tariffs Hit European Luxury, Shares Tank
LVMH and Hermès stock fell about 3 percent and 4 percent respectively, in line with sector peers including Kering, Prada and Burberry, after the US president announced a 50 percent duty on imports from the European Union.
Retail
This Week: Liberation Day’s Long Tail
As more retailers report earnings, the industry is hoping more countries follow China in reaching agreements to lower tariffs.
This Week: Liberation Day’s Long Tail
As more retailers report earnings, the industry is hoping more countries follow China in reaching agreements to lower tariffs.
Retail
Retail’s Looming Inventory Problem
Amid tariff whiplash, retailers are scrambling to balance demand with delayed shipments. Too much stock — or too little — could spell disaster for fall and holiday collections.
Retail’s Looming Inventory Problem
Amid tariff whiplash, retailers are scrambling to balance demand with delayed shipments. Too much stock — or too little — could spell disaster for fall and holiday collections.
Retail
The Tactics Small Brands Are Using to Navigate Tariffs
Amid global trade uncertainty, independent brands with strong US customer bases need to rethink everything, from pricing and production to warehousing and long-term market strategy.
The Tactics Small Brands Are Using to Navigate Tariffs
Amid global trade uncertainty, independent brands with strong US customer bases need to rethink everything, from pricing and production to warehousing and long-term market strategy.
Retail
The Trade War’s Off, For Now. What’s Next for Fashion? | The Debrief
The US and China's 90-day trade truce is welcome news for fashion, but uncertainty lingers. BoF’s Cathleen Chen and Marc Bain join The Debrief to break down the immediate impact, lasting challenges and strategies brands should adopt in uncertain times.
The Trade War’s Off, For Now. What’s Next for Fashion? | The Debrief
The US and China's 90-day trade truce is welcome news for fashion, but uncertainty lingers. BoF’s Cathleen Chen and Marc Bain join The Debrief to break down the immediate impact, lasting challenges and strategies brands should adopt in uncertain times.
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.