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Scooter Braun Invests in Editorialist

Editorialist’s luxury content-and-commerce business joins the music entrepreneur’s growing list of investments under Ithaca Ventures.

Scooter Braun Invests in Editorialist

Editorialist’s luxury content-and-commerce business joins the music entrepreneur’s growing list of investments under Ithaca Ventures.


Ahead of Michael Kors Takeover, Jimmy Choo's Profit Almost Triples

The luxury shoemaker reported its pre-tax profit for the half year hit £18.1 million, helped by its retail and licensing businesses, as well as demand for its men's offering.

Ahead of Michael Kors Takeover, Jimmy Choo's Profit Almost Triples

The luxury shoemaker reported its pre-tax profit for the half year hit £18.1 million, helped by its retail and licensing businesses, as well as demand for its men's offering.


Abercrombie & Fitch Looks to Hollister for Lessons in Tapping Gen-Z

While the struggling mall retailer has been bolstered by good results from teen friendly Hollister, its namesake brand is still working to find its footing. CEO Fran Horowitz outlines the plan for BoF.

Abercrombie & Fitch Looks to Hollister for Lessons in Tapping Gen-Z

While the struggling mall retailer has been bolstered by good results from teen friendly Hollister, its namesake brand is still working to find its footing. CEO Fran Horowitz outlines the plan for BoF.


J. Crew Names New CFO as Sales Drop Deepens

J. Crew’s total revenue fell 2 percent to $560.9 million for the quarter ended July 29, while sales at stores open at least a year declined 5 percent.

J. Crew Names New CFO as Sales Drop Deepens

J. Crew’s total revenue fell 2 percent to $560.9 million for the quarter ended July 29, while sales at stores open at least a year declined 5 percent.


Chanel Sees Dip in Sales, Profits

Chanel International BV — a Dutch holding company that is part of the Chanel empire —saw a year-on-year loss of 9 percent in 2016, with a turnover of $5.67 billion, according to new reports.

Chanel Sees Dip in Sales, Profits

Chanel International BV — a Dutch holding company that is part of the Chanel empire —saw a year-on-year loss of 9 percent in 2016, with a turnover of $5.67 billion, according to new reports.


Report: SMCP to File for IPO With a Valuation of up to $2.4 Billion

The French company behind fashion brands Sandro, Maje and Claudie Pierlot, which is controlled by China's Shandong Ruyi, is expected to list in Paris this autumn.

Report: SMCP to File for IPO With a Valuation of up to $2.4 Billion

The French company behind fashion brands Sandro, Maje and Claudie Pierlot, which is controlled by China's Shandong Ruyi, is expected to list in Paris this autumn.


Why Private Equity Is Betting on Payment-Processing Technology

As e-commerce systems and technology become increasingly sophisticated, private equity firms are looking to invest in the cashless future of retail.

Why Private Equity Is Betting on Payment-Processing Technology

As e-commerce systems and technology become increasingly sophisticated, private equity firms are looking to invest in the cashless future of retail.


Evaluating Raf Simons’ First Year at Calvin Klein

It’s been one year since Raf Simons took creative control of Calvin Klein. Is it working?

Evaluating Raf Simons’ First Year at Calvin Klein

It’s been one year since Raf Simons took creative control of Calvin Klein. Is it working?


Osman Sells Majority Stake to Luxcite

The London-based brand's founder, Osman Yousefzada, said the capital will be used to deepen wholesale partnerships and ramp up direct-to-consumer sales.

Osman Sells Majority Stake to Luxcite

The London-based brand's founder, Osman Yousefzada, said the capital will be used to deepen wholesale partnerships and ramp up direct-to-consumer sales.


YNAP Sales Hit €1 Billion as Mobile Grows

The online luxury retailer Yoox Net-a-Porter reported first-half earnings that beat estimates as the company’s mobile platform grew to account for more than half of sales.

YNAP Sales Hit €1 Billion as Mobile Grows

The online luxury retailer Yoox Net-a-Porter reported first-half earnings that beat estimates as the company’s mobile platform grew to account for more than half of sales.


Gucci Isn't the Only Brand Fuelling Growth at Kering

The luxury conglomerate's growth trend continues at an impressive pace, thanks to sales increases in nearly every region and from more brands than powerhouses Gucci and Saint Laurent.

Gucci Isn't the Only Brand Fuelling Growth at Kering

The luxury conglomerate's growth trend continues at an impressive pace, thanks to sales increases in nearly every region and from more brands than powerhouses Gucci and Saint Laurent.


LVMH Profit Grows at Fastest Rate Since 2011 as Asia Rebounds

Profit from recurring operations rose 23 percent to €3.64 billion ($4.23 billion) in the first half, the French luxury goods conglomerate reported Wednesday.

LVMH Profit Grows at Fastest Rate Since 2011 as Asia Rebounds

Profit from recurring operations rose 23 percent to €3.64 billion ($4.23 billion) in the first half, the French luxury goods conglomerate reported Wednesday.