What to Watch
What to Watch: Which Athletic Footwear Brand Will Race to the Top in 2026?
Here is what to know about the state of the athletic market as another year commences.
What to Watch: M&A Surprises Can’t Be Ruled Out for the Footwear Sector in 2026
All eyes will be on Puma, but other names could resurface if there are offers at the "right price."
What to Watch: Nike, On Holdings, Amer Sports and Steven Madden Are Top 2026 Shoe Stock Picks
Wall Street analysts are bullish on Nike, On Holding, Amer Sports and Steve Madden.
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Dinosaurs No Longer? Department Stores Poised for Modest Gains in 2026
The sector is stabilizing, seeking organic growth and regaining relevance.
What to Watch: Beauty’s Executive Musical Chairs to Continue
Consolidations, AI and company performance are all expected to impact the executive job market in the year…
All Eyes on the Weak U.S. Dollar in 2026
Non-U.S. beauty companies head into the new year grappling with impacts from the soft currency.
Beauty in 2026: Geographies to Watch
South Korea, the Middle East and Africa are in industry experts' sights.
What to Watch: Male Celebrities Continue to Shape Men’s Fashion in 2026
Nineties sport, denim and the return of the tie are a few of the key trends to look for as red carpet…
As Smaller Home Players Struggle Amid Tariffs, a New Wave of Consolidation Brews
Industry experts see acquisitions of solution-driven firms on the rise, as tariffs grip small and…
What to Watch: How Saks Global Is Consolidating, Integrating and Reshaping Its Luxury Operations
Vendors want greater clarity on the "reset" plan for Saks Fifth Avenue and the Neiman Marcus Group, and…
What to Watch: Industry Sanguine on Holiday Sales
U.S. retailers are looking for consumers to stay resilient and expect low-single-digit sales gains and…
A GLP-1 Pill Is Coming to Shake Up the Weight Loss Drug Market
Eli Lilly is on track to release orforglipron next year, which has showed an average of 12 percent weight…
Arab-inspired Fragrance Brands Are Just Getting Started
From TikTok-viral Lattafa's affordable scents to Amouage's high-perfumery extraits, Middle Eastern fragrance…