Business

How Messi carried Adidas ahead of Nike in sportswear's media race

Adidas closed the first half of 2026 as the sportswear industry's most visible brand, generating 1.9 billion dollars in Media Impact Value (MIV) between January 1 and June 30, according to data from Launchmetrics. The figure represents a 12 percent increase over the second half of 2025 and places the German brand ahead of Nike, which recorded...

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Trump takes control of Hormuz: imposes a 20 percent toll on all cargo

Madrid – In the latest update on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East between Iran and the US, and the status of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, US president Donald J. Trump has reaffirmed that the maritime corridor remains open for the passage of goods. This security guarantee is provided by the US, and as a result, a 20 percent toll will...

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People

Olivier Rousteing appointed creative director of Rabanne

Rabanne has confirmed the appointment of Olivier Rousteing as its new creative director, marking one of the most closely watched leadership transitions in the luxury sector this season. The 40-year-old French designer succeeds Julien Dossena, who announced his departure on June 24, 2026 after a 13-year tenure at the Puig-owned house. “Joining...

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Fashion

Martin Margiela's Tabi boots set new auction record at 385,020 euro sale

A pair of Martin Margiela's painted graffiti Tabi boots from 1991 sold for 364,000 euros at auction on July 9, setting a new world record for the designer at auction and anchoring a sale that more than quadrupled its low estimate. The white glove auction, held in collaboration with Maurice Auction, totalled 1,385,020 euros including fees. The...

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