Why the £160,000 ‘Oscars goodie bag’ could come with a five-figure debt

The bundle of luxury goods given to Academy Award nominees is an unofficial cash-in – and could mean a hefty tax bill for its recipients

The luxury market is tricky to crack but the rewards can be great

Businesses selling high-end products face low volume sales and fierce competition. But with the right branding, the sense of customer loyalty can’t be beaten

Luxury brands are failing in their storytelling

Luxury has a rich heritage to draw on – why aren’t brands telling stories better? There are lessons to be learned from new players

Can luxury brands hack their own growth?

Exclusive brands have shied away from scaling their businesses by exploiting digital networks, but shrinking marketing budgets could change their minds

Luxury brands must redefine the way they do business

Retailers cannot solve the economic slowdown in China by opening more stores. Instead, they should focus on services and experiences