Abercrombie & Fitch Co. taps new CFO as sales surge 14%

The Abercrombie and Hollister brands both saw strong double-digit growth in the third quarter, despite weather disruptions.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 2, 2024

Capri shuffles leadership at Michael Kors

Chairman John Idol takes over the CEO spot from Cedric Wilmotte, who is leaving the organization as part of a cost-cutting initiative.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 27, 2024

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Wolverine names Under Armour, Designer Brands vet as chief product officer

Mike Maloney will lead product development, merchandise strategy and market expansion for the company’s Work Group.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 26, 2024

Thom Browne prevails in Adidas stripe legal dispute

A federal judge in the U.K. rejected the activewear giant’s claims and decided that the average consumer can tell the difference between the designs.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 26, 2024

Vuori doesn’t need money. Investors keep knocking anyway.

A recent $825 million fundraise from General Atlantic and Stripes tipped the brand into the $5 billion valuation range. Investor Jon Kossow says the company still doesn’t need the cash to fund its own operations.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 26, 2024

Shein facility receives certification for zero-waste, landfill management

The accreditation helps with the fast fashion company’s strategy to show it is implementing new recycling initiatives.

By Laurel Deppen • Updated Nov. 26, 2024

As Gap Inc. makes progress in Q3, all eyes are on the CEO

Richard Dickson has caught investors’ attention with a string of improvements across the portfolio since his arrival last year from Mattel.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 25, 2024

AAFA calls on ILA and USMX to avoid strike, resume negotiations

The trade organization also asked the Biden Administration to expand its efforts in protecting international shipping lanes in the Red Sea from attacks.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 22, 2024

VF to lay off 242 employees at Virginia distribution center

The facility’s closure, announced earlier this year, comes as the company faces declining earnings and a recent S&P downgrade.

By Lara Ewen • Updated Nov. 22, 2024

Crocs taps legendary shoe designer to lead creative innovation

Starting in December, Steven Smith will join the company to design in house for the Crocs and Heydude brands. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 22, 2024

Mulberry to adjust prices as it seeks revenue turnaround

After rejecting multiple bids from Frasers, the luxury company is looking to streamline its internal structure and rethink product strategies.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 21, 2024

Nike’s counterfeit legal dispute with StockX heats up

The athleticwear giant is asking for a partial summary judgment in its yearslong lawsuit against the resale marketplace.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 20, 2024

Wolverine World Wide debuts global innovation hub in Boston

The company is building out its corporate workspaces as a way to attract talent and encourage creativity as it goes through a strategic transformation.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 20, 2024

Kering appoints new CEOs at Saint Laurent, Balenciaga

The changes come amid plummeting revenue at the conglomerate and luxury sector challenges across the industry.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 19, 2024

Ralph Lauren sources ‘single digit percentage’ of its products from China

The fashion brand's globally-diversified production footprint makes it well-positioned to mitigate potential tariff hikes, CEO Patrice Louvet said.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 19, 2024

H&M, McKinsey execs to lead the former Renewcell

Jonatan Janmark was named CEO of the company, now called Circulose, and Helena Helmersson was appointed chair of the board.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 19, 2024

S&P downgrades VF due to declining revenue at key brands

A report questioned the Vans owner’s competitive edge, adding that turnaround efforts could take a while.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 18, 2024

Aeffe sees profit boost following sale of Moschino beauty

While revenue fell nearly 18% over the first nine months of 2024, the company expects an internal reorganization to have a positive effect moving forward.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 15, 2024

Only 16% of global companies on track for 2050 net-zero goals: Accenture

“The fact that so few of the G2000 companies are on track to reach net-zero emissions is alarming,” the director of shareholder advocacy at Trillium Asset Management said.

By Lamar Johnson • Nov. 15, 2024

Burberry plans a strategic shift as profits nosedive

The company’s H1 revenue fell 22%, but CEO Joshua Schulman said the brand was working to course correct and return to its original purpose.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 14, 2024

Trump’s tariffs: How manufacturers can prepare

Frontloading commodity imports could be a temporary solution, but diversified sourcing will be critical long term, experts say.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 14, 2024

Tapestry and Capri terminate merger agreement

After losing a lawsuit against the FTC, both companies agreed to cancel the deal, calling the legal process “uncertain and unlikely to be resolved.”

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 14, 2024

Phillip Lim announces departure from eponymous label

The creative director and co-founder of 3.1 Phillip Lim is stepping down after almost 20 years, calling his tenure “an adventure of a lifetime.”

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 13, 2024

Shein will continue to face RICO charges in copyright infringement lawsuit

A federal judge denied the fast fashion giant’s request to dismiss racketeering claims.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 13, 2024

Steve Madden to slash China sourcing as tariff concerns escalate

The fashion brand is among several companies looking to limit their exposure to President-elect Donald Trump's promised tariff hikes.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 13, 2024