Markets

North Korean Worries Impact Luxury Sentiment

7 September 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

7 September 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

Tensions over North Korea during August have offset positive corporate news in the luxury sector, all the more given the importance of neighbouring countries to the industry.

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North Korean Worries Impact Luxury Sentiment

Tensions over North Korea during August have offset positive corporate news in the luxury sector, all the more given the importance of neighbouring countries to the industry.

Valuation Jitters Prompt Luxury Sell-Off

7 July 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

7 July 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

The Italian government’s bailout of several major banks proved the proverbial final straw and prompted a late sell-off in luxury stocks.

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Valuation Jitters Prompt Luxury Sell-Off

The Italian government’s bailout of several major banks proved the proverbial final straw and prompted a late sell-off in luxury stocks.

US-Led Uncertainty for Luxury

8 June 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

8 June 2017 • By Pierre Mallevays

Positive news and prospects for the sector have been overshadowed by softness in the US market, a global cyber-attack and further probes into Trump’s ties with Russia.

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US-Led Uncertainty for Luxury

Positive news and prospects for the sector have been overshadowed by softness in the US market, a global cyber-attack and further probes into Trump’s ties with Russia.

Global Currents

China’s Fashion Giants Get Sophisticated

28 April 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn

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China’s Fashion Giants Get Sophisticated

Global fashion brands are facing increased competition as China’s large domestic players invest heavily in branding and retail experience in a bid to become more sleek, sophisticated and cosmopolitan.

When the Name Game Gets Serious in China

28 April 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn

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When the Name Game Gets Serious in China

In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.

Why Brands Fear China’s Consumer Rights Day

31 March 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn

31 March 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn

In this month’s China Edit, why global companies like Nike, Esprit and Guess are targeted by China’s consumer protection groups, why Korean brands are vulnerable, and more.

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Why Brands Fear China’s Consumer Rights Day

In this month’s China Edit, why global companies like Nike, Esprit and Guess are targeted by China’s consumer protection groups, why Korean brands are vulnerable, and more.

News & Analysis

Under Armour Credit Rating Cut to Junk Amid Slowdown

1 February 2017 • By Bloomberg

1 February 2017 • By Bloomberg

S&P pointed to concerns that “margins will weaken due to intense competition in North America, a shift in growth toward less-profitable international markets and the athletic footwear segment.”

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Under Armour Credit Rating Cut to Junk Amid Slowdown

S&P pointed to concerns that “margins will weaken due to intense competition in North America, a shift in growth toward less-profitable international markets and the athletic footwear segment.”

News & Analysis

Under Armour Tumbles After Fourth-Quarter Sales Miss Estimates

31 January 2017 • By Bloomberg

31 January 2017 • By Bloomberg

Revenue rose 12 percent to $1.31 billion, Under Armour said in a statement Tuesday. Analysts estimated $1.41 billion, on average.

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Under Armour Tumbles After Fourth-Quarter Sales Miss Estimates

Revenue rose 12 percent to $1.31 billion, Under Armour said in a statement Tuesday. Analysts estimated $1.41 billion, on average.

News & Analysis

Coach Beats Second Quarter Profit Forecasts

31 January 2017 • By Associated Press

31 January 2017 • By Associated Press

Coach Inc. on Tuesday reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $199.7 million.

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Coach Beats Second Quarter Profit Forecasts

Coach Inc. on Tuesday reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $199.7 million.

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H&M Bucks Retailers' Gloom as Profit Beats Estimates

31 January 2017 • By Bloomberg

31 January 2017 • By Bloomberg

Hennes & Mauritz AB provided some much-needed good news for Europe’s struggling clothing retail market.

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H&M Bucks Retailers' Gloom as Profit Beats Estimates

Hennes & Mauritz AB provided some much-needed good news for Europe’s struggling clothing retail market.