
Sports brand Puma adapts supply chain for China tariffs impact, hints at US price hikes
Puma, like Adidas and Nike, faces major impact if Trump reinstates steep Southeast Asia tariffs, currently paused until July.
Fri May 09 2025

Adidas sold last pair of Yeezy sneakers
This concludes the liquidation of the lucrative shoe line made with rapper Ye, after the brand cut ties with him in October 2022.
Wed Mar 05 2025

Adidas posts first loss in 30 years and warns on US
Adidas has been battling to right itself after it cut ties with Kanye West, suspending sales of the profitable Yeezy sneakers line.
Wed Mar 13 2024

Adidas slumps as Kanye split triggers new profit warning
Adidas ended its partnership with the rapper and fashion designer now known as Ye after he made antisemitic remarks.
Fri Feb 10 2023

Adidas launches probe into misconduct allegations against Kanye West
Adidas said it initiated the probe after receiving an anonymous letter making several allegations against the musician, who now goes by Ye.
Fri Nov 25 2022

Adidas under pressure over Kanye West after anti-Jewish outbursts
West has been one of the top names used by Adidas to boost sales, especially online.
Tue Oct 25 2022

Adidas puts partnership with Kanye West under review
After repeated efforts to privately resolve the situation, Adidas said have taken the decision to place the partnership under review.
Fri Oct 07 2022

adidas x Gucci and the $1,600 umbrella that's being ridiculed in China
The 'sun umbrella' from the adidas x Gucci collection has been the subject of much criticism in China for its lack of waterproofing.
Mon May 23 2022

Welcome to fashion's latest playground, the metaverse
After Nike and adidas, luxury fashion houses are the latest companies entering the metaverse.
Tue Dec 07 2021

Hachiko, Japan's most famous dog, now has his own pair of adidas sneakers
The iconic sneakers are adorned with a beige faux fur, chosen to recall the dog's coat, and contrasting with the three brown stripes.
Sat Sep 18 2021

China warns companies against politicising actions regarding Xinjiang
Chinese social media users last week began circulating a 2020 statement by H&M announcing it would no longer source cotton from Xinjiang.
Mon Mar 29 2021

Man United v Liverpool game sparks complaints from colour-blind fans
United have used a white-and-black change kit this season but switched to what supplier Adidas described as a 'legend earth green' strip.
Tue Jan 19 2021

Uyghurs forced to pick cotton in Xinjiang. Here's what you need to know
Media reports citing government documents have implicated Xinjiangs cotton supply chain of forced labour.
Wed Dec 16 2020

Recovering from memory loss, Kanye West focuses on fashion comeback
West is expected to be at Wednesday's New York presentation of his latest Yeezy collection of high-end athleisure wear for sports brand Adidas.
Wed Feb 15 2017

Christine Lagarde: Trailblazing woman at the IMF
Christine Lagarde is a high-flying former lawyer who rose to become the first woman to lead the International Monetary Fund but who may find her stellar career blemished for negligence.
Mon Dec 19 2016

Trump confronts South Africa's Ramaphosa with false claims of white genocide
Trump clashes with Ramaphosa over false claims of white genocide but both leaders agreed to continue trade talks and economic cooperation.
Thu May 22 2025

G7 finance leaders try to downplay tariff disputes, find consensus
G7 leaders seek unity on trade and Ukraine while facing divisions over tariffs Russia sanctions and China's economic practices.
Thu May 22 2025

EU launches probe into alleged dumping of tyres from China
The EU currently has anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures on imports of tyres for buses and lorries from China.
Thu May 22 2025

China says US trade talks important but multilateralism key to solution
China says US trade talks help but stresses multilateralism is key to resolving global trade tensions amid recent tariff disputes.
Thu May 22 2025

Importers race to turn US warehouses into tariff-free zones
US firms rush to bonded warehouses to delay China tariffs, but rising costs and policy uncertainty make long-term bets risky.
Thu May 22 2025

Donald Trump Jr says on running for president: 'that calling is there'
Don Jr hints at a future run, influences GOP politics, and faces scrutiny over Trump family business ties in the Gulf region.
Wed May 21 2025

US states mount court challenge to Trump's tariffs
States sue Trump over tariffs, citing abuse of emergency powers as legal and economic concerns grow.
Wed May 21 2025

UK suspends trade talks with Israel over new Gaza offensive
UK halts trade talks with Israel over Gaza offensive, condemns aid blockade and settler violence, warns of further action if war continues.
Wed May 21 2025

EU to review agreement with Israel over Gaza concerns, Kallas says
EU to review Israel ties over Gaza crisis and rights concerns as most members back move while Israel rejects criticism and defends actions.
Wed May 21 2025

Ringgit ends higher against greenback on concerns over US fiscal health
Ringgit strengthens as US dollar weakens due to Moodys downgrade, US fiscal risks, and capital shifts toward Asia ahead of G7 talks.
Wed May 21 2025