World Retail Congress 2008
US: Warnaco boss invests in Calvin Klein effect
The Warnaco Group's chief has hailed the global awareness of its Calvin Klein businesses - billed as the company's driving…
SWEDEN: H&M named top European retail brand
Swedish fashion chain H&M has been crowned Europe's top performing retail brand at The World Retail Congress in Barecelona this…
World Retail Congress: quote/unquote – day two
This week's World Retail Congress in Barcelona has attracted key executives from the apparel and footwear industries, together with other…
INDIA: Bharti to expand domestic retail interests
Indian conglomerate Bharti Enterprises is looking to grow its domestic retail arm, having signed a deal to co-operate with Wal-Mart…
World Retail Congress 2008: in pictures
Barcelona's World Retail Congress 2008 is in full swing, and these images illustrate some of the key moments so far. Some distinguished…
COMMENT: It’s not too late to enter China
One of the strangest questions pitched at the World Retail Congress so far has been as to whether it's too…
HONG KONG: Li & Fung boss predicts BRIC retail expansion
One of the bosses of global supplier Li & Fung believes that the emerging markets of Brazil, Russia, India and…
UK: Topshop sets out for global growth
Arcadia Group owner Sir Philip Green wants to position his Topshop chain as a global brand with flagship stores in…
World Retail Congress: quote/unquote
This week's World Retail Congress in Barcelona has attracted key executives from the apparel and footwear industries, together with other business…
FRANCE: Galeries Lafayette eyes China store
French luxury goods chain Galeries Lafayette is looking at launching a department store in Shanghai, China, just-style has learnt. Galeries…