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US Denim Jeans Market Report: 2014 Edition
M2 - Wed Mar 12, 4:25AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/243f93/us_denim_jeans) has announced the addition of the "US Denim Jeans Market Report: 2014 Edition" report to their offering. The US apparel industry is large, mature, and highly fragmented. This industry has stretched the boundaries of its creativity and imagination to find new ways to increase selling opportunities and achieve competitive edge globally. The global economic downturn has had a severe effect over the apparel industry, but the denim market has regained its pace relatively faster as compared to other apparel segments. Denim jeans have become a necessity and wardrobe staple as it offers comfort and a longer life span compared to other types of apparel. Jeans can be worn on different kinds of social and even official occasions. Over the years, denim has revealed its capability to overcome age and gender barriers. In the US, denim is the most extensively produced and used apparel. The growth of denim category is further fuelled by the growth in premium denim market. The market is projected to grow further in years to come due to economic, social and demographic trends. The denim jeans market in the US is highly consolidated as famous brands like Levi's, Lee and Wrangler holds a large part of total market share. Levi's (All Brands), Wrangler and Lee are the topmost denim brands for men, while Levi's (All Brands), American Eagle Outfitters and Old Navy are the leading denim brands for women in the US. This report analyzes the development of the "US Denim Jeans Market", with a focus on its segments including: women's and men's denim jeans market. It also studies the import/export pattern in the US. The major trends, drivers facilitating growth of the US denim jeans market, as well as the issues being faced by the industry are being presented in this report. The four major players in the US denim industry, VF Corporation, Fifth & Pacific Companies, True Religion and Levi's Strauss are being profiled in the report highlighting their key financials and strategies for growth. Key Topics Covered 1. Market Overview 1.1 Overview 1.2 Manufacturing Process 1.3 Types of Jeans 1.4 Apparel Supply Chain 2. Market Size 2.1 Global Market 2.2 The US Market 3. Market Dynamics 3.1 Key Trends 3.2 Growth Drivers 3.3 Challenges 3.4 Significant Developments 4. Competitive Landscape 5. Company Profiles 6. Market Outlook 6.1 Market Forecast 6.2 Forecast Methodology Companies Mentioned - Levi Strauss & Co. - Liz Claiborne - True Religion - VF Corporation For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/24...enim_jeans About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
What Kate Spade Needs in 2014
Andrew Marder, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Feb 27, 12:00PM CST
Welcome to the world of Kate Spade . A new shining dawn of black-and-white striped dresses, tote bags with "toffee apple" written on them, and comparable-store sales of 30%. Kate Spade is the last dark chocolate truffle in the empty box that was...
Fifth & Pacific Earnings Miss, Alters Name - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Feb 26, 11:40AM CST
Fifth & Pacific fourth-quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted earnings from continuing operations soared by a whopping 275% to 15 cents per share, while it fell substantially short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 29 cents.
Fifth & Pacific Companies (FNP) in Focus: Stock Up 12.0% - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Feb 26, 8:21AM CST
Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise by over 12% on the day.
'Fast Money' Recap: Taking a Breather
at The Street - Wed Feb 26, 4:00AM CST
The trading panel discussed consumer spending and Tesla's wild ride.
Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. Reports 4th Quarter And Full Year Results
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 25, 6:39AM CST
Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. (NYSE:FNP) today announced results for the fourth quarter of 2013. For the fourth quarter of 2013 on a GAAP basis, income from continuing operations, which includes the Juicy Couture Brand and excludes the Lucky Brand, was $161 million, or $1.29 per diluted share, compared to income from continuing operations of $52 million, or $0.42 per share, for the fourth quarter of 2012. Lucky Brand Jeans results are now reported as discontinued operations, after successfully closing on that business on February 3, 2014.
After Bouncing Around a 52-Week Low, Is Handbag Designer Coach a Good Bet?
Robert Hanley, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Feb 22, 9:00AM CST
Unlike fast-rising peers Michael Kors and Fifth & Pacific , iconic handbag designer Coach 's stock price has been sitting near a 52-week low, hurt by weak results in its large North American business. The company's latest financial update...
The Outlook for Luxury Apparel in 2014
Andrew Marder, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Wed Feb 19, 3:00PM CST
Luxury apparel retailers have been on a bit of ride recently, with ups and downs sudden enough to turn even the toughest stomach. Brands at the highest end of the spectrum seem to have found the price ceiling for customers in new international...
FIFTH & PACIFIC COMPANIES, INC. TO RELEASE FOURTH QUARTER 2013 RESULTS ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2014
Thomson Reuters ONE - Tue Feb 18, 3:29PM CST
New York, NY February 18, 2014 - Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. (NYSE:FNP) will release its Fourth quarter results on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 before the market opens. The Company will also sponsor a conference call on February 25, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss these results.
Will Kate Spade Follow in Fifth & Pacific's Footsteps or Go the Way of Coach?
Andrew Marder, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Feb 15, 7:30AM CST
At the end of February, Fifth & Pacific will be no more. At the beginning of the year, the company announced that it was going to change its name to Kate Spade & Company following the release of its fourth-quarter results on Feb. 25. Kate...
Kate Spade Completes Previously Announced Acquisition of Hong Kong and Southeast Asia Brand Operations from Globalluxe
Thomson Reuters ONE - Tue Feb 11, 3:24PM CST
NEW YORK, NY, February 11, 2014 -- Kate Spade, LLC & Kate Spade Hong Kong Ltd. (together, "Kate Spade"), both wholly-owned subsidiaries of Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. (NYSE: FNP), announced the acquisition of the KATE SPADE businesses in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand from their long term partner Globalluxe. The total transaction value was approximately $34 million, including $4 million for working capital and other previously agreed adjustments with the payment to Globalluxe due in the first quarter of 2014 . In Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, KATE SPADE will directly own and operate the related businesses previously operated by Globalluxe. In Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, KATE SPADE announced that Valiram, its new partner in these countries will operate the kate spade new york and KATE SPADE SATURDAY businesses through distribution agreements and will fund approximately $1.5 million of the transaction value to acquire operating assets in certain regions. In Thailand, Kate Spade has entered into a direct distribution agreement with AT Luxury, Globalluxe's current sub-distributor.
Toxic Toys, Clothes, and Baby Products More Common Than You Might Think
Brian Stoffel, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Feb 08, 6:00AM CST
We laugh when we see ads like the one below. "How silly people were back then, thinking they could give their kids cocaine for a toothache!" we say to ourselves. The problem is, our kids might look back on us and think the same thing -- only now, we...
Is Coach Still a Good Buy?
Ayush Singh, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Feb 06, 4:45PM CST
With competition in the luxury market space heating up, customers have more options than ever. Coach might be manufacturing great luxury items, but customers no longer seem enamored by its products. Let's examine if its stock is still a...
Ralph Lauren's 3 Pillars of Growth Will Drive the Business Forward
Anh HOANG, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Feb 06, 4:34PM CST
Ralph Lauren has experienced sluggish market performance in the past 12 months, declining by more than 7.4% and significantly underperforming the S&P 500 index's gain of 17.7% during the same period. However, Ralph Lauren seems to be...
Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. Announces Commencement of Asset Sale Offer for 10.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2019
Thomson Reuters ONE - Wed Feb 05, 3:05PM CST
NEW YORK, NY - February 5, 2014 - Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: FNP) announced today the commencement of an offer to purchase (the "Offer") up to $75.0 million aggregate principal amount (the "Offer Amount") of 10.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2019 (the "Notes") issued by the Company, in accordance with the terms of the indenture governing the Notes, dated as of April 7, 2011 (as amended and supplemented to date, the "Indenture"), at a purchase price of 100% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest to the date of payment. The Offer will expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on March 7, 2014, unless extended (the "Expiration Time"). If the aggregate principal amount of Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) in the Offer exceeds the Offer Amount, the Trustee will select the Notes to be accepted for purchase on a pro rata basis (with such adjustments as may be needed so that only Notes in minimum amounts of $2,000 and integral multiples of $1,000 will be so purchased). Tenders may be validly withdrawn no later than the Expiration Time.
Fifth & Pacific Companies completes divestiture of Lucky Brand Jeans for USD225m
M2 - Tue Feb 04, 6:15AM CST
Fifth & Pacific Companies Inc (NYSE:FNP) announced on Monday the completion of the sale of Lucky Brand Dungarees Inc to an affiliate of Leonard Green & Partners LP (LGP) for total consideration of USD225m.
FIFTH & PACIFIC COMPANIES, INC. COMPLETES SALE OF LUCKY BRAND JEANS
Thomson Reuters ONE - Mon Feb 03, 3:12PM CST
Divestitures of Juicy Couture and Lucky Brand Jeans expected to result in estimated net proceeds of $370 to $380 million
The Most Important Line From Coach's Conference Call
Joseph Solitro, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Feb 01, 7:30AM CST
Coach , once the most loved handbag maker in the United States, has seen its market share tumble and the stock has followed suit. It recently reported dismal quarterly earnings, causing the stock to fall further. The most interesting aspect of the...
A Retailer of Many Names Might Have Found Its Niche
Marshall Hargrave, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Tue Jan 21, 12:18PM CST
Fifth & Pacific was formerly known as Liz Claiborne. As of last week, Fifth & Pacific will officially change its name to Kate Spade as it transitions to a one-brand company. It also has a new CEO to match--former Fifth & Pacific CEO...
Procera Networks gets multi-million dollar EMEA order
M2 - Wed Jan 15, 9:26AM CST
Procera Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: PKT) said it has received a first-time, multi-million dollar order from a Tier 1 Europe, Middle East, and Africa mobile operator.