Fossil names new communications, people chief
Fossil Group on Monday announced the appointment of Shannon Freeze to the role of chief people and communications officer at the U.S. watchmaker, effective February 23. Read More
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Target steps up investment in store staffing, cuts about 500 other roles
Target said on Monday it is streamlining its retail model as it looks to put money towards more hours for frontline store employees, eliminating around 500 office and supply chain jobs. Read More
Francesca’s files for bankruptcy
Specialty fashion retailer Francesca’s has voluntarily filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. Read More
Kering’s fourth-quarter sales fall less than expected as Gucci slide continues
Kering reported on Tuesday a slightly smaller-than-expected drop in fourth-quarter sales, as investors await details of CEO Luca de Meo’s plans to revive the Gucci owner’s flagging fortunes. Read More
Warpaint London acquires Barry M
Affordable cosmetics specialist warpaint London had two bits of news this week, one an acquisition and another a trading update. And both look positive for the business. Read More
Farfetch study shows evolution in UK consumers’ luxury purchases
Farfetch has released a new UK consumer study and it reveals that high-end shoppers are “moving away from impulse splurges and logo-led status buys, prioritising versatility, sustainability, and long-term value”. Read More
Climate inaction puts 34% of fashion industry profits at risk
The fashion industry is heading for a 34% drop in profits by 2030 unless companies move quickly to rein in their climate footprint, according to a report by the Apparel Impact Institute. Read More
‘The worst, ever’: MAGA rages about Bad Bunny’s halftime set
President Donald Trump’s MAGA movement furiously denounced Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show, denigrating the Puerto Rican superstar and claiming he does not truly represent America. Trump, who previously called Bad Bunny a “terrible choice” to head up the NFL’s largest annual broadcast, chimed in with complaints about the show’s first-ever mostly-Spanish performance: “Nobody…
USA Coach Mauricio Pochettino Still Dreams Of Winning Champions League, Premier League
Mauricio Pochettino has once again indicated that he wants to return to Tottenham as he claimed their recent achievements are “not enough” for a club of that stature. Despite his current commitments with the United States national team, the Argentine said his ultimate ambition is to win the Champions League and Premier League. The pull…
Inside The Garage: With NASCAR Lawsuit in Rearview, What Does it Mean for Drivers?
Here’s what’s happening this week Inside The Garage: That 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports will field an extra car to attempt to make the Daytona 500 this week is just a subtle sign of what it meant to get through their lawsuit against NASCAR before the start of the 2026 season. Both organizations had…