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Levi Strauss (NYSE: LEVI) raises outlook, but tariff boost complicates the signal
Levi Strauss lifted its FY2026 earnings outlook after Q3 adjusted EPS reached US$0.48, but tariff refunds contributed materially to the margin expansion while direct-to-consumer growth fell short of management's expectations.
Fast Retailing (TSE: 9983) record FY26 puts Western growth under the microscope
Fast Retailing delivered a fifth consecutive record year as North America and Europe overtook Greater China in combined UNIQLO revenue, but a roughly JPY 23 trillion valuation leaves little room for the international expansion engine to stall.
Europe sea arrivals fall 39% but migrant deaths rise above 2,290 as routes become more dangerous
Sea arrivals to Europe are down 39% in 2026, but at least 2,292 migrants have died or disappeared as crossings shift toward more dangerous routes.
Europe faces 510,000-bpd jet fuel deficit as Iran war reshapes global aviation supply
Europe could face a 510,000-barrel-per-day jet fuel deficit in the fourth quarter as disrupted Middle Eastern supply sends buyers as far as South Korea.
Europe faces new Trump demand to repay U.S. for Ukraine aid worth billions
Donald Trump says his administration will seek reimbursement from European countries for U.S. military assistance previously provided to Ukraine, while temporarily prioritising American weapons stocks amid the Iran war.
TCS wins METRO IT transformation as €32.4bn wholesaler centralises systems across Europe and Asia
Tata Consultancy Services will consolidate METRO’s country-specific applications into a more centrally governed technology model as the wholesaler pushes delivery, digital sales and scalable growth across more than 30 countries.
Why e.l.f. Beauty is using Sephora exclusivity to make its $1bn rhode bet much bigger
rhode enters Sephora across 19 European markets after e.l.f. Beauty's $1bn deal, testing whether rapid distribution can sustain premium beauty momentum.
Rituals generated €2.43bn in revenue, then decided 1,500 physical stores needed changing at once
Rituals invests €40m to refit 1,500 boutiques in 30 countries, testing whether physical retail can keep pace with €2.43bn beauty growth across Europe.
Pony AI Robotaxi sales reach $12.1m as fleet targets 3,500 vehicles by year-end
Pony AI Robotaxi revenue surged 691% as its fleet neared 2,000 vehicles. See how global expansion is testing the path to profitability.
adidas Q2 2026: ADS shares plunge 17% despite record €6.7bn in quarterly sales
adidas posted record €6.7bn Q2 sales and lifted FY26 revenue guidance, yet ADS shares fell 17% as a €924m World Cup marketing bill flagged H2 margin risk.