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French Luxury Brands to Celebrate Franco-American Ties With New York Exhibition
The show coincides with the 250th anniversary of American independence.
The EU Council Greenlights Historic EU-Mercosur Trade Partnership
An interim agreement aimed at reducing tariffs between the EU and the South American bloc will remain in…
Zohran Mamdani Gets a Warm Welcome From Thousands in New York City
An intergenerational crowd turned up Thursday afternoon to celebrate New York City's 112th mayor.
Italy Takes Aim at Ultra-Fast Fashion With New Levy
The Italian Senate passed the 2026 "Budget Act," which introduces a new levy on extra-EU parcels valued at…
Raistlin Lau and Bosco Law Inaugurate WWD x Sourcing Journal Global Fashion and Business Conference in Hong Kong
Lau said the event reflected Hong Kong's unique position as a gateway between the Chinese mainland, Asia, and…
Paris Court Rejects France’s Bid to Block Shein
The government had sought to block the website due to illegal items listed on its marketplace, following…
Bessent: Supreme Court Could Decide the Fate of Trump’s Tariffs in January. But Refunds? Not So Fast.
Those hoping for a Christmas miracle when it comes to a Supreme Court ruling on President Donald Trump's…
Why the EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Matters for Luxury
On Wednesday, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni joined French President Emmanuel Macron in an attempt to…
EU Approves 3-Euro Fee on Small Parcels, Targeting Shein and Temu
The measure aims to curb a flood of low-value Chinese imports and level the playing field for EU retailers.
Italy Luxury Association Altagamma Nets President From Buoyant Nautical Sector
Azimut|Benetti Group chair Giovanna Vitelli succeeds two-term president Matteo Lunelli, the CEO of the…
Swatch Group, Citizen Watch Investigated by Italian Competition Authority Over Pricing Practices
The Italian competition watchdog said brands under the watchmaking groups could be imposing the retail prices…
Non-food Treasures Like Limoges Porcelain and Donegal Tweed Eligible for EU Provenance Protection
Europe's glassblowers, potters, cutlers, jewelers and other makers will be able to register their product…
China-Japan Tension Puts Strain on Tourist Spending
Following Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan, stocks related to retail and travel…
EU Moves to End Duty-free Small Parcels, Targeting Ultra-fast Fashion Players Shein and Temu
Echoing the U.S. closure of the de minimis loophole, the EU will accelerate a customs crackdown and impose…
Lululemon Celebrates Product Innovation and Joy of Movement With ‘Well-being Playground’ at CIIE
The athleisure brand celebrated 10 years of Align, its recent well-being-themed report, and hosted a special…