Reckitt Benckiser shares drop as it reports flat 2017 revenues and warns on margins
Reckitt expects like-for-like revenue growth of 2-3% in 2018
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Avon Products' earnings beat forecasts but revenue light as less sales representatives sign up
The NYSE-listed firm said its fourth-quarter revenue was flat at US$1.57mln, a touch below the consensus of US$1.60bn, but adjusted income per share was 12 US cents, beating consensus for 7 US cents
InnovaDerma confident of strong second half as sales of Roots product line pick up strongly
The Skinny Tan brand's transition from self-tanning into a beauty brand progressed further with the launch of multiple new brand and product extensions
Barclays has doubts over Dick’s ability to tap into lucrative ‘athleisure’ trend
It is increasingly popular for people to wear sportswear to the shops and on the school run, but Barclays thinks Dick’s will struggle to attract those kind of customers
Guess? shares dive again as it confirms investigation into Paul Marciano sexual assault claims
The accusations levelled against Marciano follow hot on the heels of similar allegations involving movie producer Harvey Weinstein and Wynn Resorts boss Steve Wynn
Skechers USA Inc shares run higher after fourth quarter slips into loss but sales beat market consensus
“2017 was a monumental year for Skechers as we achieved sales of more than $4 billion for the first time in our 25-year history” - Robert Greenberg
Warpaint London pleased with trading and recent acquisition
Warpaint acquired cosmetics gift-pack specialist Retra Holdings in November for £21mln
Michael Kors, Akamai Technologies, Hasbro, Tesla Inc - PRE-MARKET
Proactive takes a look at what's piquing interest in pre-market deals in New York
Michael Kors swings higher premarket after third quarter beats market expectations
The quarter "delivered better than expected results and saw the successful integration of Jimmy Choo into our luxury group"
Lululemon Athletica's chief executive resigns over misconduct
Laurent Potdevin failed to “exemplify the highest levels of integrity and respect for one another”, Lululemon said of its chief executive's abrupt departure
Estee Lauder shares shine after it raises 2018 adjusted profit guidance as second quarter beats market hopes
"In the holiday season, our brands achieved outstanding results from their e-commerce businesses, and customizable gift options were significant contributors"
Ralph Lauren shares out of fashion as third-quarter same-store sales decline, though total revenue beats forecasts
The NYSE-listed group said its quarterly same-store sales fell 5% globally, and were down 10% in North America
Revlon boss Fabian Garcia to go after losses widen
Putting a brave face on things ... Fabian has quit to "pursue other interests"
Tough trading conditions, margin pressures take their toll at PZ Cussons as first-half profits slump
The Original Source maker blamed “tough trading conditions” as strong profitability in Asia was offset by reduced margins in Europe and Africa
Diploma hires Richard Ingram as new CEO
"Richard is a proven, successful business leader and I'm delighted to welcome him to the board,” said John Nicholas, Diploma chairman
Symphony Environmental renews call for adoption of bio-degradable plastic
Symphony highlighted the benefits of its d2w controlled life plastic in a film shown by the BBC World Service
Avon stock rises as activists call for a sale
The cosmetics seller has been called on to consider its strategic options.
Colgate-Palmolive shares fall as it quarterly earnings fall and sales miss expectations
Chief executive Ian Cook warned that growth in 2018 would be challenged amid uncertainty in global markets
Newell Brands shares tank in New York as major strategic shake-up on cards
The group lowered its full year guidance, now expecting sales growth of 0.8% against a previous forecast of 1.5% to 2%
Abercrombie & Fitch raises forecasts as revival continues, chairman Maritnez to step down
Executive chairman Arthur Martinez announced he will step down at the end of this fiscal year, February 3