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.
watches
China
Swatch CEO Plays down China Turbulence
Swatch is not worried by economic and market turbulence in China, chief executive Nick Hayek said, noting its sales to Chinese customers will rise when stripping out exchange rate swings.
Swatch CEO Plays down China Turbulence
Swatch is not worried by economic and market turbulence in China, chief executive Nick Hayek said, noting its sales to Chinese customers will rise when stripping out exchange rate swings.
Technology
Fitbit Exec Says Smartwatches Still ‘More Hype Than Reality’
While acknowledging that Apple Inc. has started to popularize the smartwatch, the category is “more hype than reality,” said Woody Scal, Fitbit’s chief revenue officer.
Fitbit Exec Says Smartwatches Still ‘More Hype Than Reality’
While acknowledging that Apple Inc. has started to popularize the smartwatch, the category is “more hype than reality,” said Woody Scal, Fitbit’s chief revenue officer.
Technology
Swatch CEO Signals Plans to Add to Smartwatch Range
Swatch plans to add to its new smartwatch range, the Swiss watchmaker's chief executive said in an interview published on Saturday.
Swatch CEO Signals Plans to Add to Smartwatch Range
Swatch plans to add to its new smartwatch range, the Swiss watchmaker's chief executive said in an interview published on Saturday.
Technology
Apple Helps Push US Watch Sales to Biggest Drop in Seven Years
US watch sales fell the most in seven years in June, one of the first signs Apple Inc.’s watch is eroding demand for traditional timepieces.
Apple Helps Push US Watch Sales to Biggest Drop in Seven Years
US watch sales fell the most in seven years in June, one of the first signs Apple Inc.’s watch is eroding demand for traditional timepieces.
Technology
Will Luxury Smartwatches Work?
Several luxury watchmakers have jumped on the wearable tech bandwagon.
Will Luxury Smartwatches Work?
Several luxury watchmakers have jumped on the wearable tech bandwagon.
Retail
Apple Faces Old Question of What’s Next Even After Record Profit
Apple Inc., after posting its best fiscal third-quarter profit ever, is facing fresh questions over whether it can keep making hit products.
Apple Faces Old Question of What’s Next Even After Record Profit
Apple Inc., after posting its best fiscal third-quarter profit ever, is facing fresh questions over whether it can keep making hit products.
Global Markets
Swiss Watch Sales Surge in Britain as Chinese Hunt for Bargains
UK imports of Swiss watches surged 29 percent in the first half as Chinese shoppers find that luxury timepieces are cheaper in Europe.
Swiss Watch Sales Surge in Britain as Chinese Hunt for Bargains
UK imports of Swiss watches surged 29 percent in the first half as Chinese shoppers find that luxury timepieces are cheaper in Europe.
Technology
LVMH to Launch Apple Watch Rival
LVMH will launch a rival product to Apple Inc's Apple Watch, according to Jean-Claude Biver President of the LVMH Watch Division.
LVMH to Launch Apple Watch Rival
LVMH will launch a rival product to Apple Inc's Apple Watch, according to Jean-Claude Biver President of the LVMH Watch Division.
Technology
Apple Watch Attracts Few Buyers in Swiss Home of Luxury Watches
Apple Inc. began selling its smartwatch in Switzerland Friday, luring young consumers to ditch four centuries of Swiss heritage in favour of Silicon Valley gadgets.
Apple Watch Attracts Few Buyers in Swiss Home of Luxury Watches
Apple Inc. began selling its smartwatch in Switzerland Friday, luring young consumers to ditch four centuries of Swiss heritage in favour of Silicon Valley gadgets.
News & Analysis
Swiss Watch Exports Drop Most Since 2009 Amid Apple Watch Debut
Swiss timepiece exports had their biggest monthly drop in more than five years as the strong franc and the introduction of the Apple Watch weighed on deliveries.
Swiss Watch Exports Drop Most Since 2009 Amid Apple Watch Debut
Swiss timepiece exports had their biggest monthly drop in more than five years as the strong franc and the introduction of the Apple Watch weighed on deliveries.
Technology
Watchmakers Race Apple to Introduce Smartwatches in Switzerland
Swiss watch shops will be stocked with a whole new range of smartwatches in coming weeks as producers race Apple Inc. to get a lead in Switzerland, the home of brands such as Rolex and Patek Philippe.
Watchmakers Race Apple to Introduce Smartwatches in Switzerland
Swiss watch shops will be stocked with a whole new range of smartwatches in coming weeks as producers race Apple Inc. to get a lead in Switzerland, the home of brands such as Rolex and Patek Philippe.
Luxury
Montblanc to Apple: Our Swiss Smartwatch Will Outlast Yours
Montblanc, owned by South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richemont, has created a luxury item with high-tech appeal by putting the electronics in the watchband rather than the timepiece.
Montblanc to Apple: Our Swiss Smartwatch Will Outlast Yours
Montblanc, owned by South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richemont, has created a luxury item with high-tech appeal by putting the electronics in the watchband rather than the timepiece.
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.