Inside Coupang’s Tug of War With Farfetch Coupang, the South Korean e-commerce powerhouse, has been locked in a fierce battle with luxury e-tailer Farfetch since acquiring it a year ago. The acquisition was intended to revamp Farfetch’s operations and drive it towards profitability. Recent reports indicate that Coupang’s efforts are indeed yielding results, with Farfetch […]
Alibaba commits $52 billion to AI and cloud infrastructure
Alibaba’s $52 Billion Commitment to AI and Cloud Infrastructure: A Strategic Move to Dominate the Market Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce giant, has recently made headlines with its bold commitment to invest a staggering $52 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud infrastructure. This move marks a strategic push by the company to strengthen its market […]
Saks Needs to Earn Back Brands’ Trust
Saks Needs to Earn Back Brands’ Trust Relations between the owner of Saks, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman and its vendors are at an all-time low. But both sides need each other more than they’d like to admit. The world of luxury retail is built on relationships as much as it is on the products […]
China’s tech giants take on US rivals in stock market surge
China’s Tech Giants Challenge US Competitors in Stock Market Surge In the realm of global tech supremacy, the battle between China and the United States has been an ongoing saga. Recently, China’s tech giants, known as the “Terrific Ten” and “Seven Sisters,” have been making significant waves in the stock market, particularly fueling Hong Kong’s […]
Rednote Fades as TikTok Doubles Downloads on Return to iPhones
Rednote Fades as TikTok Doubles Downloads on Return to iPhones In the fast-paced world of social media apps, the competition is fierce and the trends are ever-changing. Recently, TikTok made a powerful comeback to Apple Inc.’s iPhone app store and Alphabet Inc.’s Google Play, and the impact was swift and significant. Downloads of the popular […]
Forever 21 Plans Hundreds of Store Closures in Second Bankruptcy
Forever 21 Faces Major Restructuring: Over 200 Store Closures on the Horizon The once-thriving fast-fashion retailer, Forever 21, is now navigating through stormy waters as it prepares to shut down a significant number of its stores across the United States. The company, known for its trendy and affordable clothing options, is set to close at […]
OTB’s Annual Sales Fall 4% Despite Growth at Diesel and Margiela
OTB Struggles with 4% Sales Decline Despite Success Stories at Diesel and Margiela Italian fashion conglomerate OTB, known for its renowned brands such as Diesel, Jil Sander, Maison Margiela, Marni, and Viktor&Rolf, faced a challenging year in 2024. Despite individual success stories within the group, OTB reported a 4.4% decline in turnover, amounting to €1.8 […]
Modi and Musk discuss technology, space, and Starlink’s India plans
Modi and Musk Discuss Technology, Space, and Starlink’s India Plans In a groundbreaking meeting of minds, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and tech tycoon Elon Musk recently engaged in discussions that could potentially reshape the landscape of technology, space exploration, and internet connectivity in India. Among the myriad topics on the agenda, one that stood […]
US Clothing Prices Fall in January
US Clothing Prices Fall in January In a surprising turn of events, the latest reports indicate that clothing prices in the United States have taken a downward plunge in January. This unexpected shift comes at a time when prices for all goods have been on the rise, making the decline in apparel costs even more […]
Mytheresa’s Profits Soar Ahead of Its YNAP Acquisition
Mytheresa’s Profits Skyrocket in Anticipation of YNAP Acquisition Mytheresa, the renowned German luxury e-tailer, has recently made waves in the business world by more than doubling its adjusted earnings in the second fiscal quarter ending in December. This impressive financial performance not only showcases the company’s resilience in the face of economic challenges but also […]