Burberry says impact of coronavirus worse than Hong Kong rallies
British brand closes 24 of its 64 stores in mainland China as shopper numbers plummet
Retail industry
‘Death of an icon’: the downfall of Barneys New York
What was once New York’s premier fashion store is entering its last days before closing – but luxury lives on elsewhere
The jackets that keep you both warm … and green
Fashion brands focus on their eco-credentials after warnings about polyester fabrics and unethically-sourced down
Customer-centric thinking and cybersecurity among UK Retail Banking Trends 2020
The trends impacting the UK retail banking industry. According to SpendEdge’s latest report, the UK retail banking industry is expected to change significantly due to increasing customer expectations, changing regulatory requirements, new competitors, and technologies. Banks need to keep an eye on these factors and evaluate their impact on organizations. Also, they need to … Read more
Fortnum & Mason reports bumper year despite Hong Kong protests
Profits rise 26% to £12m, offsetting slump in footfall as retailer’s new shop hit by pro-democracy clashes
Louis Vuitton owner LVMH to buy Tiffany for $16bn
Bernard Arnault’s luxury goods empire to acquire US jeweller in cash deal