Retailers Struggle to Build Consumer Trust

Despite AI technology coming to the rescue with solutions to clean up retail’s counterfeit problem, the fraud economy keeps growing. With many misconceptions about the impact of counterfeits, Entrupy Inc.,…

L.A.’s Independent Jewelers on Economic Shifts and Consumer Demand

With global economic uncertainty reshaping luxury markets, the fine jewelry industry is undergoing its own transformation. Independent designers are at the heart of the shift, navigating the impact of soaring…

Huda Kattan Takes Full Ownership of Huda Beauty from TSG Consumer

Just a year after re-assuming her role as chief executive officer, Huda Beauty founder Huda Kattan is tacking on “owner” to her title, too. The super influencer was among the…

Fragrance Sales Soften Amid Market Challenges and Consumer Shifts

NEW YORK — Is the fragrance effect still in motion? Sales of fragrance — the surprise hero category for beauty since the coronavirus pandemic began — are definitely showing signs of…

L’Oréal-Backed Chinese Consumer Co-creation Fund Invests In Foundation Brand First Cover

Cathay Consumer Co-Creation Fund, a Chinese investment vehicle co-established by L’Oréal, Kerying, Cathay Capital and Pernod Ricard, has made its first color cosmetics investment with First Cover, a brand focused…

Consumer Spending Rebounds in March, But Will It Last?

U.S. retail sales grew in March after two straight months of declines, in an apparent stocking up by Americans to beat looming tariff-related price hikes. Total retail sales, excluding automobiles…