The Business of Fashion
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Shares of the American fashion group’s stock fell as much as 7.5 percent on Monday as the company’s president succeeded long-time chief executive Emanuel Chirico. The plan was originally announced in September 2020.
It’s unlikely that PVH’s dip has anything to do with Larsson’s new role, however. Instead, investors may be disappointed that the company did not pre-announce its upcoming fourth quarter and end-of-year 2020 earnings. Many fashion stocks are also being sold off because big investors, including hedge funds, are trying to steer clear of the types of stocks targeted by the rise of individual investors looking to shake up Wall Street.
Antitrust enforcers said Tapestry’s acquisition of Capri would raise prices on handbags and accessories in the affordable luxury sector, harming consumers.
As a push to maximise sales of its popular Samba model starts to weigh on its desirability, the German sportswear giant is betting on other retro sneaker styles to tap surging demand for the 1980s ‘Terrace’ look. But fashion cycles come and go, cautions Andrea Felsted.
The rental platform saw its stock soar last week after predicting it would hit a key profitability metric this year. A new marketing push and more robust inventory are the key to unlocking elusive growth, CEO Jenn Hyman tells BoF.
Nordstrom, Tod’s and L’Occitane are all pushing for privatisation. Ultimately, their fate will not be determined by whether they are under the scrutiny of public investors.