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L’Oréal Sees Fragrance Market Split Between Affordable Mists and Luxury Perfumes

Ut World September 9, 2026 0

The global fragrance market is currently growing at around 5-6%, slower than the double-digit growth rates seen in previous years, while becoming increasingly polarised between affordable products and high-end perfumes, L’Oréal Chief Financial Officer Christophe Babule said at a Barclays Continue Reading

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V. P. Nandakumar: Deep Roots, Wider Reach

Ut World September 9, 2026 0

  A village-born financier, a global Lions gift and the long argument that prosperity must enrich the soil beneath it.   Valapad, Thrissur — In July 2026, Lion V. P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram Finance Ltd, was recognised on a global stage for a contribution of US$1.5 million to the Lions Clubs […]Continue Reading

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Amazon Plans First-Ever Sterling Bond Sale as AI Funding Needs Grow

Ut World September 8, 2026 0

Amazon has hired banks to arrange its first-ever sterling bond sale, as major technology companies increasingly turn to international debt markets to fund the massive costs associated with the artificial intelligence boom. According to a bank memo seen by Reuters, the company is considering issuing bonds with maturities of three, six, 12 and 19 years. […]Continue Reading

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PVH Reports 3% Sales Decline as Calvin Klein Slumps

Ut World September 3, 2026 0

PVH Corp. reported a 3% decline in second-quarter sales to $2.097 billion, with a sharp drop in Calvin Klein revenue weighing on the results. Calvin Klein sales fell 7%, partly due to the timing of wholesale shipments in the Americas, while Tommy Hilfiger sales remained steady. By region, revenue declined 6% in EMEA amid weak […]Continue Reading

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IKEA Announces Fresh Price Cuts Across Europe to Boost Furniture Demand

Ut World September 1, 2026 0

Swedish budget furniture retailer IKEA has announced a new wave of price cuts across Europe as it seeks to revive demand amid rising housing costs and a broader cost-of-living squeeze. The company said it is investing a total of €1.2 billion ($1.39 billion) in price reductions after two consecutive years of declining revenue, aiming to […]Continue Reading

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MAKE IN INDIA ON HIGH SEAS: KOCHI FIRM UNVEILS FIVE INDIGENOUS WATERCRAFT LINES TO CUT IMPORTS, EYE GLOBAL MARKETS

Ut World August 31, 2026 0

Kochi-based watercraft specialist MKEL Marine has launched five lines of indigenously designed and manufactured watercraft as it seeks to reduce India’s dependence on imported high-end boats and establish Kerala as a hub for high-performance boating and composite engineering. The range was unveiled at the company’s facility in Njarakkal by circumnavigator Commander Continue Reading

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Partners Group Faces €6 Billion Refinancing Challenge

Ut World August 31, 2026 0

Partners Group Holding AG is facing mounting pressure to refinance around €6 billion ($7 billion) of debt across three portfolio companies — Emeria SASU, Ammega Group BV and luxury watchmaker Breitling AG — with billions of euros in loans maturing in 2028. The debt of all three companies is trading well below face value, while […]Continue Reading

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Zara Home Unveils Floral-Inspired Capsule

Ut World August 28, 2026 0

Inditex’s Zara Home has launched a new capsule collection developed in collaboration with Berlin-based floral design studio Studio Mary Lennox. The collection explores the relationship between flowers, art, design and architecture, drawing inspiration from the studio’s creative workspace and floral practices. The range features functional yet sculptural objects designed to Continue Reading

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Samsung Ordered to Pay $11.6 Million to Swatch

Ut World August 27, 2026 0

Samsung Electronics has been ordered by London’s High Court to pay Swatch Group AG $11.6 million after a judge ruled that the technology company unlawfully used copied designs of luxury watch brands on its smartwatches. The ruling follows a trademark dispute involving digital watch displays made available through Samsung’s app store. Swatch had sought around […]Continue Reading

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Harini Anand Set for Miss Asia Global 2026

Ut World August 27, 2026 0

Karnataka’s Harini Anand has been crowned Miss Asia Global India 2026 and will represent India at the prestigious Miss Asia Global 2026 pageant, scheduled to be held in Penang, Malaysia, in October. Harini was crowned at a ceremony held at SAJ Earth Resort, Kochi, by Dr. Ajit Ravi, Chairman of Pegasus, along with MD Pegasus […]Continue Reading