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Luxury

Zegna Revenues Rise 7.4%

The Italian luxury group’s first-quarter performance surpassed market expectations powered by solid growth in direct-to-consumer sales in the US.

Luxury

Zegna Revenues Rise 7.4%

The Italian luxury group’s first-quarter performance surpassed market expectations powered by solid growth in direct-to-consumer sales in the US.


Beauty

Around the World With Hailey Bieber’s Rhode

This week, Priya Rao has an interview with the most-talked-about founder in beauty, and dives into Swan’s viral bachelorette partnership.

Beauty

Around the World With Hailey Bieber’s Rhode

This week, Priya Rao has an interview with the most-talked-about founder in beauty, and dives into Swan’s viral bachelorette partnership.


Sports

Inventory Clean-Up Helps Puma Beat First-Quarter Expectations

The German sportswear maker also announced it had appointed former Hugo Boss CEO Mark Langer as its chief financial officer, effective Friday.

Sports

Inventory Clean-Up Helps Puma Beat First-Quarter Expectations

The German sportswear maker also announced it had appointed former Hugo Boss CEO Mark Langer as its chief financial officer, effective Friday.


Global Markets

Oil Prices Soar to Wartime High with US and Iran Stuck in Standoff

Brent oil surged to more than $126 a barrel on Thursday, before paring gains to $121.40 as traders factor in an even longer closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Global Markets

Oil Prices Soar to Wartime High with US and Iran Stuck in Standoff

Brent oil surged to more than $126 a barrel on Thursday, before paring gains to $121.40 as traders factor in an even longer closure of the Strait of Hormuz.


Luxury

Prada Posts Modest Q1 Growth as Miu Miu Cools

Revenue advanced 3% as broader sector softness and geopolitical pressures weighed on performance.

Luxury

Prada Posts Modest Q1 Growth as Miu Miu Cools

Revenue advanced 3% as broader sector softness and geopolitical pressures weighed on performance.


Beauty

Can the ‘MAC of Italy’ Make It in America?

European cosmetics giant Kiko Milano has racked up over $1 billion in sales with storefronts across the globe from Chile to India. Until now, success in the hyper-competitive US market has been more elusive, however.

Beauty

Can the ‘MAC of Italy’ Make It in America?

European cosmetics giant Kiko Milano has racked up over $1 billion in sales with storefronts across the globe from Chile to India. Until now, success in the hyper-competitive US market has been more elusive, however.


Beauty

Reliance Retail Acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Hair Care Brand Anomaly

The company will leverage its omnichannel network to scale the label, citing India as a priority market.

Beauty

Reliance Retail Acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Hair Care Brand Anomaly

The company will leverage its omnichannel network to scale the label, citing India as a priority market.


Beauty

Estée Lauder Considers Bid for Puig at €18-19 per Share, Source Says

Cosmetics giant Estée Lauder is considering launching a takeover bid for all of Puig’s Class B shares at 18 to 19 euros ($21 to $22.20) a share, ​said ⁠a source close to the matter.

Beauty

Estée Lauder Considers Bid for Puig at €18-19 per Share, Source Says

Cosmetics giant Estée Lauder is considering launching a takeover bid for all of Puig’s Class B shares at 18 to 19 euros ($21 to $22.20) a share, ​said ⁠a source close to the matter.


Beauty

Unilever Sales Rise on Strong Demand in India, Brazil

The UK multinational’s sales rose more than expected as consumers in emerging markets snapped up its cleaning products and Dove soap, offsetting lacklustre demand in the US.

Beauty

Unilever Sales Rise on Strong Demand in India, Brazil

The UK multinational’s sales rose more than expected as consumers in emerging markets snapped up its cleaning products and Dove soap, offsetting lacklustre demand in the US.


Beauty

Exclusive: Amouage Sales Hit $190 Million in First Quarter

The Omani fragrance house charted record growth, despite disruptions in its home region.

Beauty

Exclusive: Amouage Sales Hit $190 Million in First Quarter

The Omani fragrance house charted record growth, despite disruptions in its home region.


Sustainability

Explainer: Fashion’s New Tariff Threat

A US trade probe into forced labour could trigger new tariffs and import bans, forcing fashion brands to implement more robust supply-chain transparency.

Sustainability

Explainer: Fashion’s New Tariff Threat

A US trade probe into forced labour could trigger new tariffs and import bans, forcing fashion brands to implement more robust supply-chain transparency.


Entrepreneurship

How to Build a Profitable Handbag Business From Scratch

With profitability now within reach, the London-based luxury leather goods brand Metiér is raising fresh capital to fuel its next chapter.

Entrepreneurship

How to Build a Profitable Handbag Business From Scratch

With profitability now within reach, the London-based luxury leather goods brand Metiér is raising fresh capital to fuel its next chapter.