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Thursday, August 20

Retail

Walmart Posts Healthy Quarter, Raises Its 2026 Outlook

CEO John Furner flagged double-digit e-commerce gains driven by "price, speed and convenience across a broad assortment."

Watches

U.S. Momentum Boosted Swiss Watch Exports in July

Overall exports rose 9.6 percent last month, with double-digit growth in the U.S. and a doubling in France offsetting weakness across Asia.

Beauty Features

Coty Ends Fiscal Year on Positive Sales Note Despite Gucci License Loss, Taps New CFO for Next Growth Phase

The beauty company surpassed Wall Street sales estimates, talked life post-Gucci, and appointed Soraya Benchikh CFO.

Sustainability

How Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan Could Unlock Circular Production

A new report suggests the Central Asian countries have emerging opportunities.

Color Cosmetics

Rimmel London Signs First Soccer Deal With Chelsea FC Women 

The deal is an extension of Rimmel’s recent push into sport-led storytelling through partnerships, social collaborations and cultural activations that link beauty and athletic performance.

Fashion Features

Inside the WWD Archives: Fashion Friends, Foes and Style

Fashion thrives on style chemistry, and the right partnership can elevate a look, shape and era, creating lasting influence.

People

Max McNown Is an ‘Emotional Person,’ and He’s OK With That

The rising country music artist’s songs and videos offer fans a peek into his family life.