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L Catterton Acquires Majority Stake in Ganni

With new backing from the LVMH-linked private equity firm, the distinctive Danish label has its sights set on global growth.  

L Catterton Acquires Majority Stake in Ganni

With new backing from the LVMH-linked private equity firm, the distinctive Danish label has its sights set on global growth.  


Europe's Warm Autumn Slows Growth at Inditex

The Zara owner reported a slowdown in sales growth in its third quarter, although analysts pointed to a brighter end of the year.

Europe's Warm Autumn Slows Growth at Inditex

The Zara owner reported a slowdown in sales growth in its third quarter, although analysts pointed to a brighter end of the year.


Inside Dr. Martens’ Billion-Dollar Ambitions

After a period of trouble, the counterculture boot-maker is thriving. How far can it go? And when will its private equity owner exit?

Inside Dr. Martens’ Billion-Dollar Ambitions

After a period of trouble, the counterculture boot-maker is thriving. How far can it go? And when will its private equity owner exit?


Vancouver’s ‘Golden Time’ Unleashing Luxury Boom

An influx of rich Chinese has made the Canadian city, known for its outdoor lifestyle and ability to produce homegrown international brands, increasingly strategic to the global luxury sector.

Vancouver’s ‘Golden Time’ Unleashing Luxury Boom

An influx of rich Chinese has made the Canadian city, known for its outdoor lifestyle and ability to produce homegrown international brands, increasingly strategic to the global luxury sector.


Apax Makes Waves on the Battlefield of Luxury E-Commerce

With MatchesFashion and now Moda Operandi in its portfolio of investments, what is Apax Partners’ endgame in fashion e-commerce?

Apax Makes Waves on the Battlefield of Luxury E-Commerce

With MatchesFashion and now Moda Operandi in its portfolio of investments, what is Apax Partners’ endgame in fashion e-commerce?


Carmen Busquets Leads Seed Funding for Maison-De-Mode.com

The luxury ethical retailer plans to use the capital to help scale the business further by growing the size of the company's team, investing in new technologies and expanding into new product categories.

Carmen Busquets Leads Seed Funding for Maison-De-Mode.com

The luxury ethical retailer plans to use the capital to help scale the business further by growing the size of the company's team, investing in new technologies and expanding into new product categories.


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.


Political Headwinds Take Luxury Rebound Off Course

November’s political agenda, dominated by the Trump administration and Brexit woes, sent the SLI off course.

Political Headwinds Take Luxury Rebound Off Course

November’s political agenda, dominated by the Trump administration and Brexit woes, sent the SLI off course.


Hudson's Bay Posts Wider-Than-Expected Loss on Lower Retail Sales

The owner of the Saks Fifth Avenue luxury retailer said comparable sales during the quarter were impacted by lower traffic and deeper discounts.

Hudson's Bay Posts Wider-Than-Expected Loss on Lower Retail Sales

The owner of the Saks Fifth Avenue luxury retailer said comparable sales during the quarter were impacted by lower traffic and deeper discounts.


Social Goods | Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Misconduct, Police Raid Gucci Offices

This week, photographer Bruce Weber is sued by a male model for sexual harassment, while Gucci offices were raided over tax evasion.

Social Goods | Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Misconduct, Police Raid Gucci Offices

This week, photographer Bruce Weber is sued by a male model for sexual harassment, while Gucci offices were raided over tax evasion.


Report: Italian Financial Police Visit Gucci Offices in Tax Probe

Milan prosecutors suspected the Kering-owned brand may have paid taxes on profits generated by sales in Italy in another country with a more favourable tax regime, according to a source.

Report: Italian Financial Police Visit Gucci Offices in Tax Probe

Milan prosecutors suspected the Kering-owned brand may have paid taxes on profits generated by sales in Italy in another country with a more favourable tax regime, according to a source.


Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Owner Beats Forecasts

PVH posted revenue of $2.36 billion in the third quarter.

Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Owner Beats Forecasts

PVH posted revenue of $2.36 billion in the third quarter.