China’s extended 618 shopping festival ended quietly despite a record number of orders on JD.com, as discount fatigue, economic concerns and shifting consumer habits continued to weigh on retail enthusiasm. Read More
Recently-rebranded De Beers London, the retail arm of diamonds giant De Beers Group, has named Emmanuelle Nodale as its new CEO. Read More
Brunello Cucinelli adds “docudrama star” to his list of professions, which already includes designer, brand builder, philanthropist and savant. Read More
Couture, by legal definition a French term, very occasionally finds its highest expression outside of France, like this week in Naples, when Max Mara presented its Atelier Collection for FW 2025. Read More
John Lewis has announced the appointment of a new chief customer officer with experienced fashion retail exec Anna Braithwaite set to take up the role on 1 October. Read More
UK retail property giant Landsec said this week that it’s “reached the next major milestone in its transformation of Gunwharf Quays after breaking ground at Marlborough Square”. Read More
After two elections, a cancelled ballot and government tutelage, the Bangladeshi Garment Manufacturers’ Federation has finally chosen a new president, at a tense moment for the sector. Read More
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said Japan was being “tough” in trade talks and the European Union had not yet offered what he considered a fair deal. Read More
Luxury brand Swaine is to unveil a dedicated retail space in Harrods on 27 June, marking what it says is “a significant milestone in its continued retail expansion”. Read More
Major global brand development and licensing platform Authentic Brands Group has announced the appointment of Tim Derner as global head, marketplaces. Read More
