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Tod's Biggest Shareholder Della Valle Buys More Stock

Tod's, famous for its Gommino loafers, has been struggling to revive the appeal of its brands to attract younger luxury shoppers.

Tod's Biggest Shareholder Della Valle Buys More Stock

Tod's, famous for its Gommino loafers, has been struggling to revive the appeal of its brands to attract younger luxury shoppers.


Kering Faces €1.4 Billion Italian Tax Claim

Some business carried out by Kering employees in locations including Milan and Paris was billed through a Swiss unit, incurring lower tax rates, according to reports.

Kering Faces €1.4 Billion Italian Tax Claim

Some business carried out by Kering employees in locations including Milan and Paris was billed through a Swiss unit, incurring lower tax rates, according to reports.


The RealReal in Talks with Banks for IPO

The company, valued at $745 million, has sent out a request for proposals to prospective advisors and underwriters to manage the listing this year.

The RealReal in Talks with Banks for IPO

The company, valued at $745 million, has sent out a request for proposals to prospective advisors and underwriters to manage the listing this year.


VF's Results Ease China Concerns

Vans parent company VF Corp.’s quarterly beat, aided by a sales increase in China, is fuelling a rally in branded apparel peers that include Canada Goose.

VF's Results Ease China Concerns

Vans parent company VF Corp.’s quarterly beat, aided by a sales increase in China, is fuelling a rally in branded apparel peers that include Canada Goose.


LVMH Takes Minority Stake in Gabriela Hearst

The investment in the nascent New York-based label was made by the conglomerate's venture arm.

LVMH Takes Minority Stake in Gabriela Hearst

The investment in the nascent New York-based label was made by the conglomerate's venture arm.


Nike's Dutch Tax Deals Probed by EU in Latest Fiscal Crackdown

The probe will weigh tax rulings that calculated Nike's royalty payments for intellectual property use in the EMEA region.

Nike's Dutch Tax Deals Probed by EU in Latest Fiscal Crackdown

The probe will weigh tax rulings that calculated Nike's royalty payments for intellectual property use in the EMEA region.


Fast Retailing Blames Warm Winter for Profit Fall

The Uniqlo owner also outlined a tough second quarter as it offloads the inventory at a discount.

Fast Retailing Blames Warm Winter for Profit Fall

The Uniqlo owner also outlined a tough second quarter as it offloads the inventory at a discount.


The Year Ahead: Trade Reshaped by Uncertainty

The apparel trade could be reshaped by new barriers, trade tensions and uncertainty. However, there may also be new opportunities from growing South-South trade and the renegotiation of trade agreements.

The Year Ahead: Trade Reshaped by Uncertainty

The apparel trade could be reshaped by new barriers, trade tensions and uncertainty. However, there may also be new opportunities from growing South-South trade and the renegotiation of trade agreements.


Hudson's Bay Chairman to Buy Stake Held by Ontario Pension Fund

Richard Baker's entity Rupert of the Rhine LLC will purchase about 18 million shares at C$9.45 each.

Hudson's Bay Chairman to Buy Stake Held by Ontario Pension Fund

Richard Baker's entity Rupert of the Rhine LLC will purchase about 18 million shares at C$9.45 each.


The Year Ahead: Caution as Economic Downturn Looms

A potential turn in the economic cycle is prompting concern among industry executives over prospects for the coming year.

The Year Ahead: Caution as Economic Downturn Looms

A potential turn in the economic cycle is prompting concern among industry executives over prospects for the coming year.


Last-Minute Demand Boosts John Lewis Christmas Sales

Britain's biggest department stores operator said demand was 'very strong' on Christmas Eve, indicating that shoppers had delayed rather than cut spending.

Last-Minute Demand Boosts John Lewis Christmas Sales

Britain's biggest department stores operator said demand was 'very strong' on Christmas Eve, indicating that shoppers had delayed rather than cut spending.


Nike Shares Rise After Strong Quarterly Results

Shares rose 8 percent on Friday, after solid quarterly results eased concerns about escalating Sino-American trade tensions.

Nike Shares Rise After Strong Quarterly Results

Shares rose 8 percent on Friday, after solid quarterly results eased concerns about escalating Sino-American trade tensions.