Duty-Free Dilemma: As Passenger Numbers Soar, Airport Retail Sales Lag, Forcing Brands to Rethink Their Ground Game

The halcyon days of duty-free shopping are decidedly over. Despite a robust recovery in global passenger numbers, which have now returned to pre-pandemic levels, sales within airport retail hubs are…

Dolce & Gabbana Appoints Stefano Cantino as Co-Chief Executive Officer, Succeeding Stefano Gabbana as Chairman

The esteemed Italian luxury house Dolce & Gabbana has announced a significant leadership transition, appointing Stefano Cantino, a seasoned executive with a distinguished career at Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Prada,…

Nike Prepares for a World Cup Offensive, Seeking to Reignite Growth Through Football’s Global Spectacle

The impending FIFA World Cup, a quadrennial event that captivates billions worldwide, is poised to become a pivotal stage for Nike’s strategic resurgence, with the sportswear giant reportedly making significant…

Luxury Giants Brace for Q1 Earnings as Market Dynamics Shift

The first quarter of 2026 is poised to be a pivotal period for the global luxury sector, with industry titans LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, Kering, and Hermès scheduled to…

Stefano Gabbana Resigns from Dolce & Gabbana, Stake Sale Under Consideration Amidst Creditor Negotiations

The resignation of Stefano Gabbana from his eponymous fashion house, Dolce & Gabbana, marks a significant turning point for the iconic Italian luxury brand. While the company has confirmed his…

Old School Apparel: From South African Dorm Room to Global Athleisure Powerhouse Through Strategic Sports Partnerships

A burgeoning South African clothing startup, Old School Apparel, has rapidly ascended from its humble beginnings in a college dorm room to become a significant contender in the global athleisure…

US Consumer Prices Surge to Multi-Year Highs Amidst Geopolitical Tensions and Lingering Tariffs

US consumer prices experienced their most significant surge in nearly four years in March, a development driven by a confluence of factors including elevated oil prices stemming from the ongoing…

Botswana Eyes Majority Control of De Beers in Landmark Bid

The government of Botswana is intensifying its pursuit of a controlling stake in De Beers, the world-renowned diamond giant, signaling a significant shift in the global diamond industry landscape. Currently…

Ask Imran Anything: On Boring Fashion, the Meaning of Luxury and Building Outside the System | The BoF Podcast

In its second installment of the "Ask Me Anything" series, The Business of Fashion Podcast, hosted by founder and CEO Imran Amed, delved into a spectrum of critical issues facing…

Hermès Expands French Leather Goods Production Amidst Shifting Luxury Landscape and Geopolitical Tensions

The venerable French luxury house Hermès has inaugurated its 25th leather goods manufacturing facility in France, a significant expansion of its production capacity that underscores the brand’s unwavering commitment to…