Retail

Amsterdam, beyond the hype: Market seducing Spanish brands… and putting them to the test

I have been living in Amsterdam for just over four years and, subjectively, I fully understand what it is about this city that attracts both talent and Spanish brands. Its manageable size, a life that moves between canals and bicycles, and the balance between tradition and modernity in one of the world's most international capitals are all part...

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The State of Fashion 2026: Turbulence is the new normal

The annual State of Fashion report by global management consulting firm McKinsey & Company and BoF Insights, The Business of Fashion’s data and advisory team, has revealed that 46 percent of fashion executives expect industry conditions to worsen in 2026, an increase from 39 percent in last year’s report. The report, which reveals how changes in...

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Fashion's deforestation challenge: COP30 urges action among leather supply chains

COP30 remains ongoing in Belém, Brazil, where its close proximity to the Amazon rainforest has highlighted an urgency for businesses to act on deforestation risks. Heightened scrutiny towards some of fashion’s biggest players, alongside upcoming European regulations, has intensified pressure on the sector. Despite growing awareness, significant...

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Richemont H1 financial results show resilient growth

For the six-month period ended 30 September 2025, Richemont delivered resilient growth despite persistent macroeconomic and geopolitical headwinds. Group sales reached 10.6 billion euros (12.3 billion dollars), up 10 percent at constant exchange rates and 5 percent at actual rates, with a strong acceleration in the second quarter where sales...

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