Forecasts and Analysis
William McComb on the Offensive
The transformation from Liz Claiborne Inc. to Fifth & Pacific Cos. Inc. will be made official today when the firm’s stock starts trading under the ticker FNP.
— May 15, 2012
No End in Sight for Euro-Zone Woes
Political upheaval in Greece, a welter of depressing economic news and rising unemployment are all taking their toll on retail — and the consumer psyche.
— May 14, 2012
Luxury Sales Seen Topping $260B in 2012
Accessories and the hard luxury category will remain the best performing divisions, according to a new Bain & Co. and Fondazione Altagamma study.
— May 7, 2012
BRIC Potential Strong, but Problems Persist
Fordham Law Institute event, "Fashion = Art + Commerce," highlights the pros and cons of growing economies.
— Apr 30, 2012
Mixing High and Low a New Retail Reality
The extreme cross-shopper shops both luxe and discount, fulfilling practical and psychological needs along the way.
— Apr 30, 2012
Consumer Confidence Dips Slightly
Short-term outlook weighed down consumers’ optimism, with the labor front expectations continuing its slide from last month.
— Apr 24, 2012
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