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By Reuters Published June 4, 2025 EU antitrust regulators are asking retailers and payments companies whether a standardized summary of fees by Visa and Mastercard and more transparency on the charges would address their concerns, according to documents seen by Reuters. Reuters The latest questionnaires sent on Tuesday, which came nearly two months after the […]

By Bloomberg Published June 3, 2025 Signet Jewelers Ltd. raised its profit outlook for the full year and lifted the low end of its sales guidance, signaling confidence in the new chief executive’s overhaul strategy and consumers’ willingness to spend despite economic turbulence.   Zales The owner of the Kay Jewelers and Zales chains expects

High-profile government, media and marketing specialist Karen Blackett is set to bring a “wealth of experience” to the British Fashion Council’s (BFC) board of directors. She succeeds June Sarpong, whose board tenure ends this month. Recognised as a “globally-renowned business leader”, Blackett has held senior positions at leading marketing agencies and has extensive expertise in

By Bloomberg Published June 3, 2025 Metals refiner Johnson Matthey Plc sees muted demand for platinum jewelry among Chinese consumers, in spite of a recent surge in imports by manufacturers that’s straining global supplies of the metal. Bloomberg The world’s second-biggest refiner of platinum group metals said strong physical demand from China has exacerbated tightness

Scandinavian tech accessories brand Nudient has made its London retail debut at curated design, fashion, and lifestyle destination Goodhood Store in East London. With it comes the unveiling of its latest luggage collection, featured within an in-store installation that transforms the line into “sculptural masterpieces”. Called ‘The Art of Packing Art’ the installation’s designed in

FatFace is big advocate of purpose-driven fashion and the British lifestyle brand is renewing its association with the Marine Conservation Society in a big way. Under a new “impactful partnership” its very-own FatFace Foundation is pledging £500,000 to support the Atlantic Coast Programme dedicated to cleaner, healthier oceans.  Building on over £275,000 already raised in

Make way for Seissense, a new challenger brand entering the UK’s busy activewear sector. Pronounced ‘Sea Sense’ it arrives at retail following two years of “extensive development” featuring a comprehensive (50+ pieces) collection, available exclusively online. Encompassing men’s and women’s lines, it’s divided into distinct product categories spanning four pillars:Essentials — everyday performance wear for both

Global apparel brand Pepe Jeans London has launched its largest store in India to date, opening a new flagship outlet in Jaipur’s Vaishali Nagar. Located on Amrapali Marg, the two-storey store measures 3,138 square feet and offers the label’s full range of apparel and accessories for men, women, and boys. Casual western wear looks by

Translated by Nicola Mira Published June 3, 2025 Italian eyewear group Marcolin and Guess have announced the early renewal of their exclusive licensing agreement for the design, production and international distribution of Guess and Marciano sunglasses and eyeglasses. The deal, which was previously set to run until 2030, has been further extended until 2040. Marcolin

Authentic Brands Group announced on Tuesday the expansion of its partnership with Boardriders Japan (BRJ), to include the Volcom and Spyder brands the region. Volcom The New York-based management said the agreement builds upon its existing partnership with BRJ, which oversees the regional business for Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, Element, and VonZipper. Alongside Volcom and