Gucci sales slump drags Kering shares down as luxury demand stays weak
Kering's flagship brand continues to lose momentum in a soft global luxury market, weighing on the parent company's stock.
CNA · +14 outlets
Prada holds steady in Q3 as broader luxury market struggles
Prada's resilience contrasts with weakness across much of the sector, where several peers have reported declining sales.
Luxus Plus
British Airways to balance US growth as rivals add new routes
BA plans to defend its position as the largest European carrier in the US while competitors expand transatlantic capacity.
The Points Guy · +8 outlets
Emirates eyes Denver, Detroit and Philadelphia in US expansion
The carrier says new, more fuel-efficient aircraft will let it add US destinations in the coming years.
The Points Guy · +2 outlets
BYD to launch luxury Denza brand in India on November 13
The launch marks BYD's push into India's premium EV segment with a dedicated luxury marque.
Times Now · +14 outlets
Swiss watch brand Zenith could cut up to 200 jobs
The cuts add to signs of strain in the Swiss watch industry as demand for luxury timepieces cools.
Hodinkee · +7 outlets
Monet painting sells for $56.2 million, setting a French auction record
Nearly three-quarters of lots in the sale sold above their high estimates, signaling continued strength at the top of the art market.
Robb Report · +3 outlets
Airbnb's Amex Travel deal puts it inside a key Expedia B2B channel
The exclusive short-term rental partnership with Amex Travel reshapes vacation rental distribution across business-to-business channels.
Skift
Europe's extreme summer heat death toll estimated at more than 50,000
The continent's tourism industry faces pressure to adapt, particularly given limited air conditioning.
Skift · +13 outlets
Travel VC funding falls for a second straight quarter, AI rounds halve
Investors pulled back again in 2026 while incumbents pursued targeted acquisitions.
Skift · +1 outlets
UAE hotels lean on short-haul markets to drive recovery
Luxury properties dependent on long-haul, high-spending guests have been hit hardest by Middle East unrest.
Skift · +1 outlets
Cap d'Antibes triplex penthouse with Kennedy tie lists for $45 million
The six-bedroom residence atop Le Provencal adds to a run of high-priced Riviera listings.
Robb Report · +3 outlets
JetBlue to add free first-class upgrades in 2027
The carrier is extending complimentary premium upgrades to selected customers as it reshapes its fare and loyalty structure.
Caribbean Journal · +14 outlets
Laguna Beach mansion lists at $82.6 million, Orange County's second priciest
The Fred Briggs-designed home overlooking the Pacific was first listed at $112 million.
Robb Report · +8 outlets
PS CEO on running the private terminal and the power of restraint
The private terminal operator's model rests on a 90-minute window and years of regulatory groundwork, a lesson for premium travel venues.
Skift · +1 outlets
Fifteenth-century Florence palazzo converted into six full-service luxury apartments
The La Reserve Firenze project adds to a wave of historic European properties repositioned as high-end hospitality.
Robb Report · +6 outlets
Siam Piwat drives Thailand's luxury retail momentum
The Thai developer is a central force behind the country's growing luxury shopping and tourism appeal.
WWD · +1 outlets
Barbados draws new luxury hotels and a fresh wave of attractions
The island is courting high-end travelers with new properties and expanded things to do.
Caribbean Journal