EXEC: Trump Announces New Trade Deal with Vietnam

The revised deal includes the elimination of Vietnam tariffs on U.S. goods and a higher tariff on Vietnam shipments to the U.S, although it amounts to less than half of the 46 percent tariff imposed by the Trump Administration in early April.

Altri Acquires Majority Stake in Fiber Specialist AeoniQ

Portuguese fiber producer Altri SGPS S.A. has agreed to acquire a majority interest in Swiss clean technology company AeoniQ to support the commercial-scale development of a biodegradable cellulose-based filament designed to replace polyester and nylon.

Puma Extends Partnership with Borussia Dortmund

Puma’s partnership with Borussia Dortmund (BVD), the second most decorated German football team, with eight domestic league championships, five DFB-Pokals and six DFL-Supercups, began with the 2012/13 season.

Perfect Moment Raises $3M in Stock Sale

The London-based skiwear and activewear company reported that it sold 10 million shares for $0.30 a share. In addition, the company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 1.5 million shares to cover over-allotments

Lululemon Sues Costco Over Alleged Copycat Yoga Pants

The brand is seeking a court order to prevent Costco from manufacturing, importing, advertising, and selling the alleged LULU counterfeit products. It also wants Costco to pull all ads that promote the products and is asking for compensation for lost profits.

Gaia Appoints CEO

Kiersten Medvedich, company president, has been promoted to CEO.  She continues to report to Gaia Founder and Executive Chairman Jirka Rysavy. Medvedich joined Gaia in 2016 as senior director of content.