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Report: Google Owner Alphabet in Bid to Buy Fitbit

Fitbit shares rose 27 percent on the news, giving the company a market capitalisation of $1.4 billion.

Report: Google Owner Alphabet in Bid to Buy Fitbit

Fitbit shares rose 27 percent on the news, giving the company a market capitalisation of $1.4 billion.


Authentic Brands Declares Victory in Barneys Bid, But It's Not a Done Deal

Authentic Brands Group said it had succeeded in its bid for the luxury retailer, but two competing bidders say they are still in the running.

Authentic Brands Declares Victory in Barneys Bid, But It's Not a Done Deal

Authentic Brands Group said it had succeeded in its bid for the luxury retailer, but two competing bidders say they are still in the running.


Hudson’s Bay to Go Private at $1.45 Billion Valuation

The bid comes as investors hope to reinvigorate the fading 349-year-old department-store chain.

Hudson’s Bay to Go Private at $1.45 Billion Valuation

The bid comes as investors hope to reinvigorate the fading 349-year-old department-store chain.


Authentic Brands Group Bids $271 Million For Barneys, Plans to Close All 7 Stores

The licensing group is the preferred bidder in an auction that runs through Oct. 22. If the bid succeeds, liquidation could start soon after.

Authentic Brands Group Bids $271 Million For Barneys, Plans to Close All 7 Stores

The licensing group is the preferred bidder in an auction that runs through Oct. 22. If the bid succeeds, liquidation could start soon after.


Geopolitical Uncertainty Plays Tug of War on Luxury Index

Riots in Hong Kong, Brexit and continued tensions between the USA and its trading partners have caused the Savigny Luxury Index to fluctuate this month.

Geopolitical Uncertainty Plays Tug of War on Luxury Index

Riots in Hong Kong, Brexit and continued tensions between the USA and its trading partners have caused the Savigny Luxury Index to fluctuate this month.


Fast Fashion Retailer C&A May Raise up to $540 Million in Brazil IPO

C&A intends to raise funds to pay down $190 million in intercompany loans and to expand the business.

Fast Fashion Retailer C&A May Raise up to $540 Million in Brazil IPO

C&A intends to raise funds to pay down $190 million in intercompany loans and to expand the business.


Barneys Considers Buyout Proposal From Retail Investor Group

The effort is being led by Sam Ben-Avraham, known for his roles in starting New York retail store Atrium and streetwear brand Kith, said people familiar with the matter.

Barneys Considers Buyout Proposal From Retail Investor Group

The effort is being led by Sam Ben-Avraham, known for his roles in starting New York retail store Atrium and streetwear brand Kith, said people familiar with the matter.


Luxury Stocks Push European Shares Lower

All eyes are on the US Federal Reserve ahead of a widely expected interest rate cut.

Luxury Stocks Push European Shares Lower

All eyes are on the US Federal Reserve ahead of a widely expected interest rate cut.


Madewell Files for IPO, Will Split From J.Crew

The IPO could garner a substantial valuation and help pay down a meaningful portion of J. Crew Group Inc.'s over $1.7 billion debt.

Madewell Files for IPO, Will Split From J.Crew

The IPO could garner a substantial valuation and help pay down a meaningful portion of J. Crew Group Inc.'s over $1.7 billion debt.


Fashion Retailer C&A Files to Begin IPO Process in Brazil

One of the biggest clothing retailers in Brazil, has started procedures for an initial public offering (IPO) on the country's B3 stock exchange.

Fashion Retailer C&A Files to Begin IPO Process in Brazil

One of the biggest clothing retailers in Brazil, has started procedures for an initial public offering (IPO) on the country's B3 stock exchange.


There’s a New Stock Market Darling in the World of Fast Fashion

British online retailer Boohoo posted a record market value of £3.3 billion, while Asos shares fall.

There’s a New Stock Market Darling in the World of Fast Fashion

British online retailer Boohoo posted a record market value of £3.3 billion, while Asos shares fall.


Topsports to Seek Approval Next Week for $1 Billion IPO

The sportswear retailer is planning to make its Hong Kong stock market debut, seeking to raise around $1 billion.

Topsports to Seek Approval Next Week for $1 Billion IPO

The sportswear retailer is planning to make its Hong Kong stock market debut, seeking to raise around $1 billion.