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IT Holding Profits Down in Qtr.
IT Holding saw lower profits and sales in the first quarter as it shifts to focus on its core apparel and…
Armani, EMAAR Sign Hotel Deal
Giorgio Armani and EMAAR Hotels & Resorts finalized their pact on Tuesday to create a chain of hotels and…
Prada, Miu Miu Soar But Lang and Sander Send Group Into Red
Prada Group touted double-digit sales jumps for its Prada and Miu Miu brands but the firm posted a loss in…
Raf Simons to Design Jil Sander
Hoping to turn off the rumor mill but ignite a new buzz, Prada Group on Thursday appointed Raf Simons as…
Giorgio Armani Profits Dip 5.7 Percent in ’04 But Fall Outlook Bullish
Giorgio Armani lifted its 2004 sales by 3.5 percent, but higher advertising spending bit into profits, which…
Versace’s Latest Plan: U.S., Accessories Keys To Breaking Even in ’07
Versace chief executive officer Giancarlo Di Risio said losses widened and revenue dropped in 2004, but…
Pulling It Together
As several Italian textile shows unite under one name, others go it alone to fill a niche.
Benetton Net Declines 16.9%
MILAN — Benetton saw flat sales in the first quarter of the year as higher costs bit into profits.
Net profit…
Benetton at 40: Challenges and Change
Ponzano Veneto, Italy — Luciano Benetton turned 70 last Friday. His round spectacles and waves of white-gray…
Bulgari Earnings Up 9.1%
MILAN — Double-digit sales growth in the U.S. and Japan propelled Bulgari in the first quarter, but higher…
Yarns Go the Tech Route
MILAN — Yarn makers at the recent Filo trade show turned to technology as a way to keep ahead, adding new…
The Prada Way: Bertelli Still Backs the Multibrand Approach
For Prada ceo Patrizio Bertelli, the multibrand luxury empire model remains as seaworthy as his America's Cup…
Prada Says Sander in Red, Considering Lang Sale
Jil Sander saw double-digit sales growth, but stayed in the red for 2004 as its parent, Prada Holding…
Europe Watch: Buying Swiss … Upping The Stake
BUYING SWISS: Mariella Burani Fashion Group has bought 100 percent of Swiss luxury retailer Bernie’s AG for…
Business Suffers in Rome Despite Crowds
ROME — As an estimated two million pilgrims began their journey home over the weekend — following an…