A record 158.9 million US consumers plan to shop on Super Saturday
Around 158.9 million US consumers plan to shop on the last Saturday before Christmas, known as Super Saturday.
Douglas considering expanding to Middle East
German retailer Douglas is considering entering the Middle East in a bid to expand its footprint beyond continental Europe.
Douglas sales up 3.5% in FY2024/25
Douglas reported sales rose by 3.5%, excluding the sold-off online pharmacy Disapo, to €4.58bn in the financial year 2024/25.
Olive Young to launch wellness store concept
Olive Young is to launch a wellness-focused store concept called Olive Better in January 2026.
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Saudi Arabia’s Match Perfumes expands to US
Saudi Arabian fragrance brand Match Perfumes has expanded to the US.
Ulta Beauty appoints Mia Young SVP of Merchandising
Ulta Beauty has appointed Mia Young Senior Vice President of Merchandising.
Orveda opens first flagship store in Thailand
Coty's skincare brand Orveda has opened its first flagship store in Thailand.
Olive Young sees strong spend from foreign shoppers at its stores
CJ Olive Young reported that foreign visitors spent KR₩ 1 trillion ($681m) in its brick-and-mortar stores in Korea from January to November this year.
Ulta Beauty net sales up 12.9% in Q3, raises outlook
Ulta Beauty reported net sales grew 12.9% to $2.9bn in the third quarter.
Macy’s net sales down 0.6% in Q3
Macy’s net sales were down 0.6% in the third quarter to $4.7bn.
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Marionnaud to launch pop-ups at Paris cafés
Marionnaud is launching two pop-ups at Good News cafés in Paris from December 8 to 10.
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Kohl’s Corporation names Michael Bender CEO
Kohl’s Corporation has named Michael Bender CEO.
CJ Olive Young to expand to UAE
CJ Olive Young is to expand to the UAE in partnership with healthcare distributor Life Healthcare Group.
CK Hutchison said to be exploring listing AS Watson Group
Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison is exploring listing its health and beauty retailer AS Watson Group.
Bath & Body Works aims to cut $250m in costs, lowers 2025 guidance
Bath & Body Works aims to reach $250m in cost savings over two years.
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Ulta Beauty launches AI-powered robotic manicures by 10Beauty
Ulta Beauty has launched a full-service, AI-powered robotic manicure machine by robotics company 10Beauty.
Interview with Douglas Group CEO Sander van der Laan
Sander van der Laan, CEO of Europe’s biggest beauty retailer, the Douglas Group tells BW Confidential how he sees the state of the market in the region, and gives his views on
Walmart appoints John Furner CEO
US-based retailer Walmart has appointed John Furner as President and CEO.
Ulta opens first store in Middle East
US-based retailer Ulta Beauty is to open its first store in the Middle East tomorrow
Galeries Lafayette ends partnership with BHV owner over Shein stores
Galeries Lafayette and SGM Group are to terminate affiliation agreements for seven department stores in France.
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Gap Inc unveils beauty collection for Old Navy
Gap Inc has unveiled Old Navy Beauty Co., a new collection of skincare, bodycare and haircare products.
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Boots opens new fragrance-only store
Boots opened its new fragrance-only concept store today at Broadgate Central in London.
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Amorepacific to launch first multi-brand pop-up
Amorepacific is to launch its first multi-brand pop-up called Seoul in the City, in partnership with Sephora.