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Can Anything Shake Consumers’ Addiction to Fast Fashion?

22 July 2020 • By Rachel Deeley and Aminah Khan

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Can Anything Shake Consumers’ Addiction to Fast Fashion?

Low-cost, high-volume fashion has come under fire for its environmental impact and unethical manufacturing practices. And yet, its cheap-chic combination remains compelling to both shoppers and investors.

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Alibaba and JD.com Face US Threat. Should Brands Be Concerned?

11 June 2020 • By Casey Hall

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Alibaba and JD.com Face US Threat. Should Brands Be Concerned?

New US legislation could cause an exodus of Chinese tech giants from American stock exchanges. At a time when fashion companies are more reliant than ever on these e-commerce players the stakes are high.

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Investor Calls Hudson's Bay Chairman's Offer 'Inadequate'

18 June 2019 • By Reuters

18 June 2019 • By Reuters

The shareholder called on the Canadian department store operator to explore strategic alternatives and hire an independent investment bank to evaluate the value of its real estate and retail banners.

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Investor Calls Hudson's Bay Chairman's Offer 'Inadequate'

The shareholder called on the Canadian department store operator to explore strategic alternatives and hire an independent investment bank to evaluate the value of its real estate and retail banners.

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Chinese Firm Acquires Majority Stake in Jason Wu

2 May 2019 • By Zoe Suen

2 May 2019 • By Zoe Suen

The New York-based womenswear brand is changing hands in a deal that could boost its business in the fast-growing luxury market.

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Chinese Firm Acquires Majority Stake in Jason Wu

The New York-based womenswear brand is changing hands in a deal that could boost its business in the fast-growing luxury market.

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Lululemon to Unveil Growth Plans at First Analyst Day Since 2014

23 April 2019 • By Bloomberg

23 April 2019 • By Bloomberg

The upscale yogawear maker is hosting its first analyst day since 2014, when it’s expected to share its strategy for the next few years and disclose new financial targets.

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Lululemon to Unveil Growth Plans at First Analyst Day Since 2014

The upscale yogawear maker is hosting its first analyst day since 2014, when it’s expected to share its strategy for the next few years and disclose new financial targets.

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Chinese Investors Woo European Brands. It’s Complicated.

17 April 2019 • By Laure Guilbault

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Chinese Investors Woo European Brands. It’s Complicated.

Chinese backers have snapped up distressed European fashion labels hoping to tap the country’s millions of heritage-hungry millennials. But things haven’t always gone to plan.

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Moncler CEO Says No One Has Asked to Buy Company

15 April 2019 • By Reuters

15 April 2019 • By Reuters

This follows Eurazeo's sale of its entire 4.8 percent stake in Moncler for about €445 million.

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Moncler CEO Says No One Has Asked to Buy Company

This follows Eurazeo's sale of its entire 4.8 percent stake in Moncler for about €445 million.

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The Pros and Cons of Private Equity

15 April 2019 • By Lauren Sherman

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The Pros and Cons of Private Equity

Private equity firms typically seek scalable fashion brands that promise a speedy return on investment. The results can be disastrous or magnificent, depending on the case.

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Mastercard to Invest in Africa Online Retailer Jumia

1 April 2019 • By Bloomberg

1 April 2019 • By Bloomberg

The US credit card giant joins shareholders such as French drinks maker Pernod Ricard, MTN Group and Rocket Internet.

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Mastercard to Invest in Africa Online Retailer Jumia

The US credit card giant joins shareholders such as French drinks maker Pernod Ricard, MTN Group and Rocket Internet.

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Anya Hindmarch Sold to Marandi Family

28 March 2019 • By Sarah Kent

28 March 2019 • By Sarah Kent

The brand has parted ways with long-time Qatari backer Mayhoola for Investments after a challenging period of restructuring.

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Anya Hindmarch Sold to Marandi Family

The brand has parted ways with long-time Qatari backer Mayhoola for Investments after a challenging period of restructuring.