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Luxury

De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club

The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.

Luxury

De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club

The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.


Beauty

L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist

L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.

Beauty

L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist

L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.


Luxury

Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East

The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.

Luxury

Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East

The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.


Beauty

Glossier Appoints New CMO

Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.

Beauty

Glossier Appoints New CMO

Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.


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Luxury

Watch Exports Bounced Back in February Before War in Middle East

Swiss watch exports saw a 9.2 percent rise in February, driven by a strong rebound in the US market.

Luxury

Watch Exports Bounced Back in February Before War in Middle East

Swiss watch exports saw a 9.2 percent rise in February, driven by a strong rebound in the US market.


Luxury

Swatch CEO Warns Iran War Is Weighing on Watchmaker’s Sales

The company has more than 200 stores in the Middle East, said chief executive officer Nick Hayek.

Luxury

Swatch CEO Warns Iran War Is Weighing on Watchmaker’s Sales

The company has more than 200 stores in the Middle East, said chief executive officer Nick Hayek.


Retail

Macy’s Issues ‘Prudent’ 2026 Guidance on Geopolitical Risks

The retailer issued a cautious full-year forecast for sales and profit despite strong performance at Bloomingdale’s, which has benefited from shoppers seeking alternatives to struggling rival Saks Global.

Retail

Macy’s Issues ‘Prudent’ 2026 Guidance on Geopolitical Risks

The retailer issued a cautious full-year forecast for sales and profit despite strong performance at Bloomingdale’s, which has benefited from shoppers seeking alternatives to struggling rival Saks Global.


Beauty

India Probes Fragrance Giants Over Deals Not to Poach Workers

India's antitrust watchdog is investigating global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances over accusations of striking anti-poaching deals that can harm ​workers, regulatory documents show.

Beauty

India Probes Fragrance Giants Over Deals Not to Poach Workers

India's antitrust watchdog is investigating global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances over accusations of striking anti-poaching deals that can harm ​workers, regulatory documents show.