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☆ Levi's 501 jeans are our 'No. 1 seller' in Asia, says CEO
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-26 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailLevi's 501 jeans are our 'No. 1 seller' in Asia, says CEOChip Bergh, CEO of Levi Strauss, tells CNBC's Christine Tan what makes the Levi's 501 jeans iconic and how the brand is evolving to stay connected with Gen Z consumers.

Persons: Chip Bergh, Levi Strauss, Christine Tan Organizations: Gen Locations: Asia

☆ Levi Strauss Heir to Challenge Mayor London Breed of San Francisco
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-26 | by ( Heather Knight | More About Heather Knight | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Daniel Lurie, an heir to the Levi Strauss clothing fortune, announced on Tuesday that he would run against Mayor London Breed of San Francisco next year, at a time when the city is struggling to overcome a number of crises in its downtown core. Mr. Lurie, 46, planned to launch his campaign Tuesday at a community center in the city’s Potrero Hill neighborhood, a longtime working-class area now dotted with multimillion-dollar homes and upscale shops. Breed may be vulnerable in her bid for re-election and may have lost the support of some moderate allies. Mr. Lurie said in an interview that he intended to campaign on solving the city’s quality-of-life problems, and that he blames Ms. He said that he decided to run for mayor when he was walking his 9-year-old son and 12-year-old daughter to school, and they saw a man stumbling down the street, naked and screaming.

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☆ Target strikes deal with jeweler Kendra Scott as it gets ready for holiday season
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-12 | by ( Melissa Repko | In Melissa-Repko | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Shoppers will soon see jewelry designed by Kendra Scott at about 150 Target stores. Target said Tuesday that it has struck a deal with jeweler Kendra Scott to carry exclusive collections of earrings, bracelets and more, as it looks to get its sparkle back ahead of the key holiday season. With the new deal, colorful jewelry designed by Kendra Scott for Target will be available online and at about 150 stores. Most items cost less than $40, Target said. The big-box retailer declined to share the deal's financial terms, but described it as "a long-term strategic partnership."

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That has made it tricky to predict consumer spending. The swirl of confusing trends tees up a closely watched retail earnings season that could offer more clarity about consumers and the economy. As inflation cools, the growth of average hourly earnings has begun to outpace the rise in the consumer price index. He called low unemployment "the big offset that's helped consumer spending hang in." "I thought with all of the revenge travel that's been happening, that would impact consumer spending on goods," she said.

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NEW YORK/LONDON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Lean times faced by many U.S. and European companies may last longer than expected as they try to sell off their bulging inventories in an economic climate where demand is stalling. Full-to-bursting warehouses means fewer orders for manufacturers, which translates into lower levels of business activity and, ultimately, weaker growth. Now, global demand is falling as borrowing costs have risen, so companies have started running down stocks. Maersk controls about one-sixth of global container trade, transporting goods for a host of major retailers and consumer goods companies. Refinitiv I/B/E/S data shows U.S. and European companies are expected to report their worst quarterly results in years.

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☆ Here's what CEOs are saying about consumers this earnings season
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-08 | by ( Krystal Hur | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Consumers have more cash on hand now than before the pandemic, according to a July analysis from the JPMorgan Chase Institute. So, what do corporate earnings reveal about the health of the consumer? “The consumer is in good financial shape, particularly the premium consumer base that we target,” Ed Bastian, chief executive of Delta Air Lines (DAL), said last month. “Both the lower-income consumer and our higher-income consumers are showing really good strength,” said Brian Niccol, chief executive of Chipotle, during the company’s post-earnings call. “The macro effects of higher inflation and a slowing US economy have put increased pressure on the price-sensitive consumer,” said Chip Bergh, chief executive of Levi Strauss.

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Eva Marie Uzcategui | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesIt's not your imagination: Companies are getting stingier with customer rewards. Raising the barSome of the biggest shifts in customer perks have come in the airline industry. At many retailers, customers must now pay a return fee if they want to ship back unwanted clothing, shoes or other items. "To drive that online demand, free shipping and free returns were put in place, but now we all know it costs significant money," he said. Both companies aim to make sure membership isn't shared with people who aren't paying, particularly as the companies chase new avenues of growth.

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London Breed sailed to victory as the mayor of San Francisco. Times were good; the pandemic had yet to happen. If homelessness and crime worried San Franciscans, few of them blamed her. Now San Francisco is reeling, its downtown plagued by fentanyl markets and tent camps, its employers straining to repopulate office buildings with a decidedly more remote labor force. More than 70 percent of voters have told pollsters that the city is on the wrong track, and some 66 percent disapprove of the mayor’s job performance.

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The benchmark S&P 500 (.SPX) was solidly higher for most of the afternoon, but stocks sold off toward the end of the session. "The jobs report today I think is consistent with what the Fed would like to see," said Josh Jamner, investment strategy analyst at ClearBridge Investments. Among S&P 500 sectors, defensive groups fell the most, with consumer staples (.SPLRCS) down 1.3%. For the week, the S&P 500 fell about 1.2%, the Dow slid roughly 2% and the Nasdaq dropped 0.9%. The S&P 500 posted 11 new 52-week highs and five new lows; the Nasdaq Composite recorded 45 new highs and 63 new lows.

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The U.S. added the fewest jobs in 2-1/2 years in June, although persistently strong wage growth pointed to still-tight labor market conditions, U.S. government data showed. "The jobs report today I think is consistent with what the Fed would like to see," said Josh Jamner, investment strategy analyst at ClearBridge Investments. According to preliminary data, the S&P 500 (.SPX) lost 12.42 points, or 0.28%, to end at 4,399.17 points, while the Nasdaq Composite (.IXIC) lost 18.33 points, or 0.13%, to 13,660.72. Energy (.SPNY) and materials (.SPLRCM) were among the biggest-gaining S&P 500 sectors, while defensive groups including consumer staples (.SPLRCS) lagged. Friday's jobs report kicks off a busy month of data including reports on inflation and corporate earnings ahead of the Fed meeting at the end of July.

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"But at the same time, it just puts the Fed in a position where they've got more work to do." Wall Street's main indexes ended sharply lower in a broad selloff in the previous session, with the benchmark S&P 500 posting its biggest daily percentage drop in six weeks, after employment data on Thursday showed the number of jobs more than doubled in June. Six of the 11 major S&P 500 sectors advanced in mid-day trading, with commodity stocks such as energy (.SPNY) and materials (.SPLRCM) up over 1% each and outperforming the broader market. Among other movers, the S&P 500 banking index (.SPXBK) gained 1.4%. The S&P index recorded three new 52-week highs and four new lows, while the Nasdaq recorded 28 new highs and 49 new lows.

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[1/2] The Levi Strauss & Co. label is seen on clothes in a store at the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in Central Valley, New York, U.S., February 15, 2022. Shares of the company fell about 6% in extended trading, as it joined peer American Eagle Outfitters (AEO.N) in predicting a weak outlook for consumer spending. Levi’s net revenues for the second quarter that ended May 28 declined by 9%, its steepest quarterly drop since the first quarter of 2021, according to Refinitiv data. The annual reported net revenue is expected to increase 1.5% to 2.5% from a year earlier, the apparel maker said, narrowing its previous forecast range of 1.5% to 3%. The apparel maker posted a net loss of $1.6 million for the second quarter, compared with a net income of $49.7 million a year earlier.

Persons: Levi Strauss, Andrew Kelly, Levi's, Chip Bergh, Bergh, Michael Ashley Schulman, Granth, Kate Masters, Shweta Agarwal, Muralikumar Organizations: Woodbury, REUTERS, American Eagle Outfitters, Nordstrom, Revenue, Running, Capital Advisors, Thomson Locations: Central Valley , New York, U.S, North America, Bergh, Levi's U.S, Europe, Americas, Bengaluru, New York

☆ Stocks making the biggest premarket moves: Levi Strauss, Biogen, Alibaba and more
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-07 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

The Levi Strauss & Co. label is seen on jeans in a store at the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in Central Valley, New York, U.S., February 15, 2022. Check out the companies making the biggest moves before the bell:Levi Strauss — The apparel retailer fell 7.7% after slashing its profit outlook for the year postmarket Thursday. Levi now expects adjusted earnings per share of $1.10 to $1.20 for the year, down from $1.30 to $1.40 previously. Alibaba — U.S. listed shares of the Chinese ecommerce retailer gained about 3% before the opening bell. First Solar - Shares added 1.7% after the solar company secured a five-year revolving credit and guarantee facility worth $1 billion.

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"Today's numbers confirm the job market is still strong... and this report gives the green light to the Fed to raise rates," said Peter Cardillo, chief market economist at Spartan Capital Securities. Five out of the 11 major S&P 500 sectors declined in early trading on Thursday. Wall Street's main indexes ended sharply lower in a broad selloff, with the benchmark S&P 500 posting its biggest daily percentage drop in six weeks. Among other early movers, the S&P 500 banking index (.SPXBK) gained 1%. The S&P index recorded one new 52-week highs and three new lows, while the Nasdaq recorded 13 new highs and 22 new lows.

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☆ Three-Stock Lunch: Meta, Biogen and Levi Strauss
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-07 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThree-Stock Lunch: Meta, Biogen and Levi StraussGina Sanchez, chief market strategist at Lido Advisors, joins ‘Power Lunch’ to discuss her thoughts on three stocks: Meta, Biogen and Levi Strauss.

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☆ Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Rivian, Levi Strauss, Biogen, First Solar and more
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-07 | by ( Brian Evans | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Rivian Automotive — The electric vehicle maker popped more than 16% after Wedbush raised its price target on shares to $30 from $25, citing an improved outlook. Levi Strauss — Shares of the jeans maker slumped 6.7% after the company cut its full-year profit forecast on Thursday. Levi Strauss now expects an adjusted $1.10 to $1.20 per share compared to a previous range of $1.30 to $1.40. First Solar — The solar company climbed 4.6% after receiving a five-year revolving line of credit as well as a guarantee for a $1 billion facility. The firm said it sees sales of TG Therapeutics' treatment for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, Briumvi, to come in above expectations for the second quarter.

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☆ Levi Strauss trims annual profit forecast on higher costs, slowing consumer spending
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

July 6 (Reuters) - Levi Strauss & Co (LEVI.N) cut its annual profit forecast on Thursday, in a sign that higher costs were weighing on the denim maker's margins at a time when its wholesale sales remained under pressure in North America. Annual reported net revenue is expected to increase 1.5% to 2.5% from a year earlier, the apparel maker said, narrowing its previous forecast range of 1.5% to 3%. Industry peer American Eagle Outfitters (AEO.N) had also cut its full-year revenue forecast in May amid weak consumer spending environment. San Francisco-based Levi's has been grappling with higher costs, more promotions and supply chain snarls despite multiple price hikes on its products. Its quarterly revenue fell 9.1% to $1.34 billion, roughly in-line with analysts' expectations, according to Refinitiv data.

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☆ Levi Strauss slashes guidance as wholesale revenue drops
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-06 | by ( Gabrielle Fonrouge | In Gabrielle-Fonrouge | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Levi Strauss on Thursday drastically cut its profit outlook for the year after the apparel retailer reported a steep drop off in wholesale revenues and soft sales in the U.S., its largest market. During the quarter, Levi reported adjusted earnings of 4 cents per share. It now expects adjusted earnings per share of $1.10 to $1.20, compared to a previous range of $1.30 to $1.40. The retailer now expects sales to grow between 1.5% to 2.5% compared to a prior range of 1.5% to 3%. "Just in light of the recent performance, and the current macro headwinds, and just the consumer dynamics in this market."

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☆ Stock futures are little changed as investors look toward Friday jobs report: Live updates
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-06 | by ( Brian Evans | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Stock futures were little changed Thursday evening, as investors refocused their attention on the upcoming June payrolls report and the implications for the Federal Reserve's policy stance. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 futures were flat. That figure far exceeded the 220,000 estimate from economists polled by Dow Jones. This week's main event for economic data looms ahead: the Labor Department's June payrolls report, which is due Friday morning. Economists polled by Dow Jones anticipate an increase of 240,000 positions, a cooldown from May's gain of 339,000 jobs.

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☆ Levi Strauss CEO Chip Bergh goes one-on-one with Jim Cramer
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-06 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Levi Strauss CEO Chip Bergh goes one-on-one with Jim CramerLevi Strauss CEO Chip Bergh joins 'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer to talk the state of retail, consumer trends, and more.

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☆ Our China business is back, says Levi Strauss CEO Chip Bergh
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-06 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailOur China business is back, says Levi Strauss CEO Chip BerghLevi Strauss CEO Chip Bergh joins 'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer to talk the state of retail, consumer trends, and more.

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Club stock Apple finished the second quarter with a 17.6% gain and the first half of the year with a 49% advance. Meta jumped 35% in the second quarter and 138% year to date. Estee Lauder lost 20% in the second quarter and nearly 21% year to date. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 3.4% in the second quarter and 3.8% for the year. But, it was the Nasdaq that outshined them all — soaring nearly 13% in the second quarter and almost 32% in the first six months of the year.

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☆ The recycling idea at Levi's, Adidas, Zara to stop trillions in fast fashion from going to waste
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-11 | by ( Carolyn Chun | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

The multi-trillion dollar fashion industry contributes significant greenhouse gas emissions, between 8% to 10% of total global emissions, according to the United Nations. With the majority of textiles in the fashion industry blended, it is harder to recycle one fiber without harming another. Spinnova partnered with the world's largest pulp and paper company this year, Suzano, to turn wood and waste into recycled textile fiber. Textile waste, by some measures, is a bigger issue than plastics waste, and it has a similar problem. Late last year it worked on a limited collection with fast fashion clothing giant — and consumer consumption flashpoint — Zara, using its recycled textile waste material.

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☆ Kohl's shares jump as retailer reports a surprise profit
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-24 | by ( Melissa Repko | In Melissa-Repko | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Kohl's shares spiked Wednesday as the struggling retailer posted a surprise profit and affirmed its full-year guidance while it chases a turnaround. Kohl's surprise quarterly profit comes after multiple quarters of disappointing sales and a sinking stock price. Since then, Kohl's has tapped its new CEO Kingsbury, former chief executive of off-price retailer Burlington Stores . That contributed to a big loss in Kohl's holiday quarter and weak outlook, which the Wisconsin-based company reiterated Wednesday. During the quarter, Kohl's had its strongest sales performance in February.

☆ We're seeing a bifurcation between low-end and high-end consumers: Levi Strauss CEO
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-02 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWe're seeing a bifurcation between low-end and high-end consumers: Levi Strauss CEOChip Bergh, Levi Strauss CEO, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss Bergh's outlook for consumer demand, why the company's stock have faced recent pressures and why the company maintained its guidance.

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