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Levi Strauss expands executive roles to drive operational success

Levi Strauss & Co. has announced a series of strategic leadership changes to accelerate its transformation into a best-in-class omnichannel retailer. These changes focus on leveraging the Levi's brand, increasing speed and agility, and prioritising consumer obsession and innovation. The restructuring aims to streamline decision-making, drive...

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Levi's Q4 revenues increase 12 percent, but FY25 forecast concerns investors

Though Levi Strauss fourth quarter net revenues of 1.8 billion dollars, rose 12 percent, the company’s outlook for the upcoming fiscal year has raised investor concerns, leading to about a 7 percent drop in the company’s share value in extended trading. The company projects a 1 percent to 2 percent decline in revenue and adjusted diluted EPS...

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Sephora North America CEO to join as member of Levi Strauss board

Artemis Patrick will join the Levi Strauss & Co. to serve as a member of the board, effective February 1, 2025. She will also serve as a member of the board’s audit and nominating, governance and corporate citizenship committees, effective March 1, 2025. Patrick is currently president and CEO of Sephora North America, where she is responsible...

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Levi’s and Undercover unveil anniversary collaboration

San Francisco-based denim brand Levi’s has unveiled a new collaboration with Undercover in celebration of the Japanese brand’s 35th anniversary. Founded in 1990 by Japanese designer Jun Takahashi, Undercover has become known for blending high fashion with streetwear and underground influences. For the second Levi’s x Undercover collection, the...

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Levi’s defends iconic tab trademark in legal battle with Philipp Plein

Levi Strauss & Co., the denim giant, has long safeguarded its trademarks with the fervour of a company that understands the vital role of intellectual property in fashion. Now, the company has launched a case against Philipp Plein, alleging that the designer's use of a tab on garments infringes on Levi’s iconic and trademarked label, which has...

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Levi's launches jeans fit guide on Amazon Alexa

Denim and lifestyle brand Levi’s is looking to leverage the power of conversational commerce with a new industry-first innovative jeans fit guide with Amazon Alexa. The fit guide on Alexa is exclusive to Germany until the end of December and aims to bolster Levi’s direct-to-consumer-first strategy by focusing on reimagining the online shopping...

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Levi Strauss names Dario Aguilar as MD, Latin America

Levi Strauss & Co. has appointed Dario Aguilar as the managing director for Latin America, effective December 2, 2024. Reporting to EVP and chief commercial officer Gianluca Flore, the company said, Aguilar will be responsible for overseeing the commercial operations in the region across channels. “I am pleased to welcome Dario to our commercial...

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Levi's signs Pakistan Accord

Levi Strauss & Co. has signed a legal agreement to ensure the safety of garment workers in Pakistan, the Clean Clothes Campaign (CCC) said. The American denim brand is the 129th signatory to the Pakistan accord. The Pakistan Accord, which will come into effect in 2023, is a legally binding agreement between fashion brands and trade unions. The...

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Levi Strauss & Co. publishes inaugural climate transition plan, aims to be net zero by 2050

Denim and lifestyle brand Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) has published its inaugural climate transition plan, which includes a roadmap for the company to reach both its near-term greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction target by 2030 and its goal of being a Net Zero emissions company by 2050. Following in the footsteps of the H&M Group and...

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Daniel Geballe to join Levi Strauss board in April 2025

Levi Strauss has elected Daniel Geballe to serve as a member of the board, effective April 26, 2025. Geballe would replace current member David Friedman, who is set to retire next year. The company said in a release that Geballe currently serves as a managing director at SJF Ventures, where he leads investments in early-stage companies creating...

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Levi Strauss announces strategic review of Dockers to drive growth

For the third quarter, Levi Strauss net revenues of 1.5 billion dollars were flat on a reported basis, and 2 percent higher on a constant-currency basis. Levi Strauss announced that it has initiated a formal review of strategic alternatives for the Dockers brand, which could include a potential sale or other strategic transaction. The company’s...

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Levi’s unveils campaign with Beyoncé

The previously teased collaboration between denim specialist Levi’s and 32-time Grammy-winning singer Beyoncé has finally been revealed. For ‘Reiimagine’, Beyoncé takes centre stage in a campaign inspired by Levi’s legacy, reimagining classic looks and films previously released by the brand. With help from Emmy Award-winning cinematographer...