L’Oréal: Sales, Armani Stake, and Kering Deal Impact
L'Oréal reports sales growth amid market challenges. Considers Armani stake post-Giorgio Armani's will. Kering deal, including Creed, expands fragrance presence. Focus on China & US markets.
Ulta Beauty: New CFO, Sales Growth & Expansion
Ulta Beauty appoints Christopher DelOrefice as CFO, replacing Paula Oyibo. Q2 internet sales grew by 9.3%. Growth partly attributed to Space NK acquisition, marking international expansion.
HanesBrands: Sales Growth Expected in 2026, CEO Transition
HanesBrands anticipates sales growth in 2026, driven by market share gains. CEO Bratspies to step down. Raised full-year outlook to $3.53B in 2025. Focus on cost cuts and brand investment.
L’Oréal Q2 2025 Sales: Growth & Challenges
L'Oréal's Q2 2025 sales rose 2.4%, boosted by China. Haircare excelled, but skincare disappointed. The group navigates economic stress and invests in dermatological brands for future growth. Focus: Innovation.
Coca-Cola’s Growth: Marketing, Innovation, and Resilience
Coca-Cola's Q2 profits beat expectations through strategic marketing, innovation, and a resilient 'all-weather' approach. Digital marketing, targeted campaigns and product launches drive growth amid global challenges.
Target’s Strategic Shift: Sales Growth & New Stores
Target aims to reverse slumping sales with strategic investments, new stores, and a focus on private labels. Expansion includes shop-in-shops and a multiyear growth strategy. Sales growth by 2030.
Richemont Sales Rise, Jewelry Shines, Watches Lag
Richemont's sales increased 4% to EUR21.4B, driven by strong jewelry sales offsetting a decline in watches. Price hikes will be moderate. Asia-Pacific decreased 7%, but Japan, the Americas, the Middle East and Europe led growth.
NRF expects ‘slower trajectory for consumer spending’ in 2025 as tariffs fuel uncertainty, inflation fears
Sarah Wells, founder and CEO of a company selling bags and apparel for new mothers, said during the event that the uncertainty spurred by tariffs represents “the biggest challenge that my small business faces this year.”