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Saks Global shuffles leadership team as slew of execs exit

Luxury retail group Saks Global has initiated a reorganisation of its management in a bid to cut costs, with a slew of top executives due to step down from the firm. According to WWD, which initially reported the news, the reshuffle will see chief executive officer, Marc Metrick, become more directly involved with brand partners. The media...

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Saks downgraded as S&P flags risk of default amid 600m dollar rescue deal

Saks Fifth Avenue, the storied American luxury department store, has seen its credit rating slashed to near-default levels by S&P Global Ratings. There are growing concerns about the company’s financial health and its ability to meet obligations to creditors, including fashion brands and suppliers still awaiting payment. S&P downgraded Saks’...

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Amazon and Saks Fifth Avenue team up on luxury storefront

Marketplace giant Amazon has teamed up with US department store Saks Fifth Avenue on a new multi-brand storefront, featuring a curation of luxury fashion and beauty brands that will now be housed under ‘Luxury Stores at Amazon’. Through the new partnership, Amazon Fashion customers can now browse and shop a selection of women’s and men’s...

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Hudson’s Bay to liquidate remaining seven stores

Department store group Hudson’s Bay Company has confirmed that it plans to liquidate its remaining six own brand stores and one Saks Fifth Avenue location. The company deduced that a viable bid for the six-store model was now “unlikely”. From April 25, the remaining stores will therefore join 73 Hudson’s Bay sites, 13 Saks Off 5th locations and...

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Saks Global to layoff 5 percent of corporate workforce

Luxury department store Saks Global is believed to be laying off around 5 percent of its corporate workforce as it continues to merge its operations with Neiman Marcus. According to an internal memo sent to employees and seen by Bloomberg News, the layoffs will impact employees in the finance, legal and operations departments. Staff at Saks...

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Saks Fifth Avenue’s acquisition of Neiman Marcus could be the future of U.S. luxury retail

Saks Fifth Avenue’s recent acquisition of Neiman Marcus marks a pivotal shift in America’s competitive landscape of luxury retail. The creation of Saks Global as the parent company of both brands has immediately elevated its market presence, positioning it as the second-largest player in the luxury department store space by visit share. While...

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Saks celebrates SNL legacy through retail storytelling

In a collaboration that bridges entertainment and luxury retail, Saks Fifth Avenue has transformed its flagship store windows into a nostalgic tribute to Saturday Night Live's 50-year cultural legacy, leveraging the iconic comedy show's brand equity to create a unique retail experience. The immersive installation, curated in partnership with...

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Saks Fifth Avenue enters franchise agreement with Reliance Retail

US luxury department store Saks Fifth Avenue has established a franchise agreement in India with the country’s retail giant, Reliance Retail. This was announced in Reliance Industries’ consolidated results for the quarter ended 31 December, 2024. Here, the group, the parent company of Reliance Retail, revealed that its Premium Brands business...

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Saks Fifth Avenue unveils ‘Saturday Night Live’ collection

American retailer Saks Fifth Avenue is celebrating NBC’s Emmy Award-winning late-night comedy show ‘Saturday Night Live’ 50th anniversary with an exclusive merchandise collection, pop-up stores and window displays. Fans of the comedy show can shop exclusive SNL-inspired merchandise and explore editorial content and videos showcasing memorable...

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Christmas displays from around the world

With Christmas fast approaching, FashionUnited has rounded up the best of this year’s festive displays, from Sir Paul Smith’s takeover at Claridge’s in London to Selfridges maximalist take on the holiday season, Saks Fifth Avenue’s dazzling 100th-anniversary showcase in New York, Fenwick’s 12 Days of Christmas in Newcastle, Dior’s showstopping...

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Saks named as exclusive retail partner for AFEW Rahul Mishra & AK|OK Anamika Khanna in the US

Saks Fifth Avenue has been named as the exclusive retail partner for internationally acclaimed designer brands AFEW Rahul Mishra and AK|OK Anamika Khanna in the United States. AFEW Rahul Mishra, Spring 2025 Collection at Saks Credits: AFEW Rahul Mishra In line with Saks’ commitment to offering an exceptional and international selection of...

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Following merger announcement, Saks COO steps down for helm position at Voomi

Days after the announcement plans to merge the Neiman Marcus and Saks businesses, the latter has already waved goodbye to one of its top executives. RJ Cilley, the former chief operating officer of Saks Fifth Avenue, has stepped down from the luxury retailer to become chief executive officer for HVAC supplier Voomi Supply. His departure comes...