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Michael Chalhoub on Driving Luxury Retail Growth in the Middle East and Beyond
Michael Chalhoub, CEO of the Chalhoub Group, shares strategies for luxury retail growth in the Middle East, expanding Level Shoes to the US, and navigating market complexities.
Read moreGlobal Economic Outlook 2026: Ira Kalish of Deloitte on AI, China and Luxury Growth
Ira Kalish, Chief Global Economist at Deloitte, outlines how tariffs, artificial intelligence, demographics and global wealth trends are reshaping economic growth and influencing the future of luxury markets worldwide.
Read moreDaniel Herrmann's Playbook for Building COS Into a Global Fashion Force
Daniel Herrmann, Managing Director of COS, shares how product excellence, disciplined brand building, and flagship store investment are fueling growth for the global fashion brand.
Read moreLane Crawford's Blueprint for Reinventing the Department Store Model
Lane Crawford is reimagining the department store model through independent designers, customer co-creation, and relationship-driven retail. Discover how the 175-year-old Hong Kong retailer is building the future of luxury commerce.
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From Neuralink to Science Corporation: Max Hodak on Brain Implants, AI, and the Next Frontier of Human Intelligence
Max Hodak, former Neuralink co-founder and now CEO of Science Corporation, explains how brain-computer interfaces are moving from science fiction to real medical breakthroughs, with the PRIMA retinal implant already restoring vision for patients with macular degeneration.
Inside the Strategy Keeping Legacy Brands Relevant in Modern Retail
Legacy brands from 10 Corso Como, AWWG, Neuhaus, and BAIT demonstrate that staying relevant requires embedding innovation into culture, protecting core expertise while pursuing strategic collaborations, and building emotional connections with consumers rather than relying on discounts.
Marco Garcia on Amouage: Driving Growth in Luxury Fragrances with Authenticity and Digital Innovation
Amouage CEO Marco Garcia has quadrupled the Omani luxury fragrance house's business in five years by focusing on authenticity, digital storytelling, and transparency - engaging younger, culturally curious consumers through purpose-driven products and blockchain-backed traceability.
Shoptalk Luxury Abu Dhabi: How the Global Retail Industry Is Redefining the Art of Luxury
The first Shoptalk Luxury conference in Abu Dhabi brought together global leaders across fashion, hospitality, and technology to explore how luxury retail is evolving through experiential design, data-driven personalization, and cross-industry collaboration.
Derek Sulger on Shanghai Tang and the Future of Experiential Luxury Retail
Derek Sulger, chairman of Shanghai Tang, shared insights on how the iconic brand is redefining experiential luxury retail. Shanghai Tang blends Chinese cultural heritage, hospitality, and fashion to create immersive customer experiences that resonate with the modern Asian luxury consumer.
Michael Chalhoub on Driving Luxury Retail Growth in the Middle East and Beyond
Chalhoub Group CEO Michael Chalhoub shares how the 70-year-old luxury retailer achieved 8% growth amid market contraction, plans to expand Level Shoes to Miami by 2027, and balances heritage brands with innovation across the Middle East and beyond.
Global Economic Outlook 2026: Ira Kalish of Deloitte on AI, China and Luxury Growth
Ira Kalish, Chief Global Economist at Deloitte, outlines how tariffs, artificial intelligence, demographics and global wealth trends are reshaping economic growth and influencing the future of luxury markets worldwide.
Daniel Herrmann's Playbook for Building COS Into a Global Fashion Force
Daniel Herrmann, Managing Director of COS, shares how product excellence, disciplined brand building, and flagship store investment are fueling growth for the global fashion brand.
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Reinventing Retail for AI-Native Shoppers
As AI reshapes how consumers discover and buy products, leaders from Frasers Group and Microsoft share how retailers can adapt to agentic commerce and AI-native shoppers.
How Macy’s is Reinventing Private Brands
Macy's is revitalizing its private brand portfolio by blending heritage with innovation, launching new brands like On 34th, State of Day, and Mode of One to meet evolving consumer trends and strengthen its market position.
Global Expansion Strategies of Valentino and Victoria's Secrets
Valentino and Victoria's Secret reveal their global expansion blueprints, emphasizing tailored experiences, omnichannel integration, strategic partnerships, improved logistics, and sustainability to drive international growth.
Unifying the Organization to Enable Seamless Shopping
Retail leaders from Chalhoub Group, Holland & Barrett, and Camper are driving seamless omnichannel experiences through unified strategies, data-driven decisions, and cultural transformation.
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How Amazon is Now in the Sustainable Retail Game
Amazon's Second Chance Store: A Sustainable Retail Revolution In the heart of London, Amazon has unveiled its 'Second Chance Store', a pioneering step in sustainable shopping. This physical store at...
Frasers Group Widens Retail Holdings with Stakes in Currys and Boohoo
In a series of strategic acquisitions, Frasers Group has recently broadened its portfolio with an 8.9% stake in electronics retailer Currys, as well as a 5% stake in online fashion giant Boohoo. This...
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Daniel Herrmann's Playbook for Building COS Into a Global Fashion Force
Daniel Herrmann, Managing Director of COS, shares how product excellence, disciplined brand building, and flagship store investment are fueling growth for the global fashion brand.
Marine Layer's Patch Bar Shows Why Customisation Is Becoming Core to Modern Retail
At an underground New York event, Marine Layer's Patch Bar offered a live example of how customisation is moving from novelty to the heart of retail experience.
Brieane Olson on What New Gen Z and Gen Alpha Research Means for Retail
At NRF, PacSun CEO Brieane Olson joined Business of Fashion senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young for an in-depth look at new Gen Z and Gen Alpha research. The conversation explored mental health, value-driven shopping, social commerce, and how PacSun is building a community-first retail model for the next generation.
Brighten Your Winter Days with a Journey to FARM Rio: A Luxury Women's Wear Experience
Escape winter's chill with FARM Rio, a luxury women's wear brand offering vibrant, Brazilian-inspired fashion rooted in culture and sustainability. Their bold prints and commitment to planting a tree with every purchase bring joy and a touch of the tropics to your wardrobe.
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Target and OpenAI Reveal How Retail Will Shift From "Using AI" to "Running on AI" in 2026
At NRF 2026, Target CTO Prat Vemana and OpenAI's Ashley Kramer share how AI is transforming retail through conversational search, agentic AI, team member productivity, and vendor automation.
How FairPrice Group Is Redefining Grocery Retail With AI and Omnichannel Innovation
FairPrice Group is redefining grocery retail by combining AI, omnichannel innovation, and social purpose. At NRF, CEO Vipul Chawla explains how technology is making stores more human, profitable, and future-ready.
Ahold Delhaize: Adapting to New Consumer Demands with Value, Quality, and Convenience
Ahold Delhaize is revolutionizing its grocery operations by prioritizing value, quality, and convenience through data-driven strategies, an omnichannel approach, and AI-powered tools.
Albertsons Media Network: Transforming Shopper Connections
Albertsons Media Collective is revolutionizing retail media by leveraging data-driven insights to connect brands with over 100 million loyal consumers, fostering sustainable growth and meaningful connections.