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Alessandro Benetton Ups Stake
Benetton executive deputy chairman purchased 45,500 shares this week, or more than 1 million euros of the…
Damiani Signs Deal for Youth Brand in Japan
Italian jeweler Damiani SpA has signed a five-year deal with BGioielli Ltd. for the distribution of its youth…
Prada Denies It’s Seeking Investor
Prada SpA is not considering the sale of a minority stake to a Dubai-based investor and still intends to list…
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Strategic, overseas buyers spur market.
Design Houses Wary as Milan Shows Begin
As the spring collections begin their European leg, uncertainty hangs over fashion houses and retailers.
Prada IPO on Hold
Listing won't happen until stock markets recover.
IT Holdings Confirms Sale Talks
The parent company of Italian fashion group IT Holding SpA has confirmed it is in negotiations with a firm…
IT Holding Might Be Seeking Investor
Is IT Holding looking for a stakeholder?
Swarovski Plans Job Cuts at Key Plant
Crystal giant responds to competition from emerging markets.
Damiani Marks Relaunch of Calderoni 1840 Brand
Italian jeweler Damiani SpA celebrated the relaunch of the upscale Calderoni 1840 brand it acquired two years…
Damiani Sets Calderoni 1840 Unit
Milan boutique for re-launched upscale brand is on via Montenapoleone.
Swarovski to Cut Workforce in Austria
Crystal maker to modernize plant; faces fierce competition from low-cost producers.
Gigli Gets Rid of Design Team
Firm cancels Milan show
Bulgari Shares Downgraded
Citigroup became the latest bank to downgrade Bulgari SpA's stock to "sell" over concerns the jeweler faced…
Tod’s in Eyewear Deal
Tod's SpA is moving into eyewear.