1. Major Stewardship Shifts In Investor Engagement With Fast Fashion. A significant shift is occurring in how investors engage with the fast fashion industry, reflecting broader stewardship trends and proxy season developments. – Read More on Responsible Investor
2. Tourist Spending Surge In Japan Poses New Challenges For Luxury Brands. The recent influx of tourist spending in Japan is creating unexpected complications for luxury brands, impacting their regional strategies and operations. – Read More on Reuters
3. Controversy Over Gold-Dipped Sneakers Leads To Lawsuit. Nike has initiated legal action against a collaborator who was commissioned to create gold-dipped sneakers for LeBron James, illustrating the intricate legal dynamics within corporate partnerships. – Read More on The Wall Street Journal
4. Setback For Amazon-Linking Site In Obtaining Retail Trademark. A recent decision by the Trademark Board denies a retail trademark to a website known for linking to Amazon products, underscoring the stringent criteria and complexities involved in trademark registration. – Read More on Bloomberg
5. Rising Scope 3 Emissions Challenge Fashion Giants’ Science-Based Targets. Despite having science-based targets in place, major fashion brands are seeing an increase in Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the complexities of achieving sustainability goals. – Read More on Edie