Bestore(SH:603719) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-22 02:10Investment Dynamics - Wuhan State-owned Assets will become the controlling shareholder of Liangpinpuzi, with a total transaction value of 1.046 billion yuan, resulting in a 21% stake in the company [3] - This transaction is viewed as a long-term strategic choice for Liangpinpuzi, aimed at preparing for development over the next decade [3] Brand Dynamics - Reckitt Benckiser announced the divestiture of its Essential Home business to Advent International for $4.8 billion, retaining a 30% stake, with projected 2024 net revenue of approximately £2 billion [6] - This divestiture aligns with Reckitt's strategy to focus on high-growth, high-margin brands [6] Financial Data - Mango reported a revenue of €1.728 billion for the first half of the year, a 12% increase year-on-year, with international markets contributing 78% of total revenue [17] - Burberry's retail revenue for the first fiscal quarter was £433 million, a 6% decline at reported rates but a significant improvement compared to previous double-digit declines [21] Personnel Dynamics - Shiseido Americas announced layoffs as part of a business transformation to restore growth, with a 19% sales decline in the Americas region [23] - Nordstrom appointed Kelly Dilts as CFO, effective August 29, to oversee core financial functions and strategic initiatives [26] - Burberry appointed four regional presidents to its executive committee, aiming to bring leadership closer to customer decision-making [30]